Measure the side profile of the steps and use painter s tape to outline it on a canvas drop cloth.
Covering interior concrete steps.
They cover the entire tread including the nosing to provide excellent slip resistance.
In this video toh senior technical editor mark powers shows how to cover up an ugly concrete stoop with stone veneer and bluestone treads.
Covering your concrete steps with wood can add protection and beauty to your steps.
Leave a finger s width gap between them for mortar.
I am in the process of refacing my front steps i got bluestone for the treads a thinstone ledge strip cut for the risers and thinner bluestone of the.
Apr 15 2017 updated below with pic of started project.
Carpeting is a classic popular option for covering concrete stairs.
Group the riser stones and set them aside.
Carpet comes in myriad colors and textures so it can match any decor.
Do keep in mind that before installing carpet you must first install a liner on the concrete.
Plus just like in your bedroom carpet feels nice beneath your feet and adds a homey warm touch.
Dry fit stones against the risers with an l shaped corner stone at each end.
A spray down or sprayed on concrete overlay is great when you need some texture on the surface for slip resistance or if you use a stencil to create a pattern like the one below.
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Composite tread covers are suitable for all outdoor stairs as well as basement stairs garage steps and stairs near swimming pools.
Concrete steps may serve their purpose but they are not the most attractive looking steps.
A carpet runner is a great addition because it helps to create a slip resistant surface over your stairs.
To cover over concrete stairs run a line of carpet from top to bottom.
When covering wood stairs fairly narrow strips of carpet are typically run down the center portion of the stairs leaving.
They can be installed over concrete metal or wood using construction adhesive or screws.
You can add the carpet runner to coordinate with the interior of your home.
Interior overlays are used when a concrete floor needs to be resurfaced and the owner wants an acid stained look or a polished appearance.
You can spice up their appearance by adding some wood planks on top of them.
The layer of wood you place over the top of the concrete steps can also make them stronger.