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Cut light openings into the stair risers or wall mount the lights. Place lights about every two steps and cut them in the center of each stair riser. Wall lights work well if you have a wall on both sides of the staircase. Wall lights should also be centered. Drill 1/4 inch pilot holes into the riser or wall.
Rhoda, this is absolutely the best tutorial I have seen to date on how to put new treads and risers in on stairs. Ripping up our yucky carpeted stairs and replacing them with treads and risers is at the top of the list for us. Great idea to paint them all first, and let them cure! I canât believe your dad can help you with all this.