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Stair Stringers (7) Stair stringers form the backbone of a set of stairs. By code, stairs need to be at least 36 wide. Although it's usually possible to get away with just using two stringers, we recommend you add a third one down the middle. This extra stringer will ensure your stairs are exceptionally rigid.
nail treads in place. Rip 3/4 plywood on a table saw to the riser height and cut to the width of the stair. Nail a riser on each upright face of the stringers â all the way down. Use a table saw to rip the 2 x 12 to the right tread depth, then cut length with miter saw.Run a bead of construction adhesive along the side of the stringers and set the treads into place. Nail treads in place using #8 framing nails (Image 1).ail a riser on each upright face of the stringers â all the way down. Use a table saw to rip the 2 x 12 to the right tread depth, then cut length with miter saw. Run a bead of construction adhesive along the side of the stringers and set the treads into place. Nail treads in place using #8 framing nails (Image 1).