Brent, thank you so much for showing us how to cut the stringers the correct way. There is nothing more irritating than seeing a contractor cutting through the angles past the lines. It just makes the stringer more prone to breaking. Great video!!!!
Building code usual requires that a 4" ball must not fit between the stair treads in the riser. Typically the riser area should be closed out or have some blocking installed to prevent small children from getting caught in there. Lots of helpful building practices here. Thanks!
Explained in a nice and clear way. I’ve just recently found your page but finding it very helpful for what I need to do in my garden. It goes quite fast but I can rewind and pause to double check.
I have been loving this retaining wall series you have. When you are making the stringers, I'd look into a track saw. You can get a really short piece of track. It doesn't seem like it but you can cut them even faster with more accuracy. You just use the splinter guard on the track to align your cut, set the saw down, plunge and cut. They make for ripping down sheet goods on the go really easy. You won't catch me moving sheets of 4'x'8 ply to the table saw anymore. I'll rough cut it first, then get my finish with the table saw. I find even those cuts get better when I am not working with a full sheet. Just a handy little tool if you don't already have one.
I am sure its been mentioned but the stringer hangers are meant to be used with specific nails, not screws and the ends of the screws should not penetrate through the entire stringer. The shorter nails are usually sold right next to the hangers. Many screws do not have the shear strength to work in that type of hangar unless specified by the hanger manufacturer.
@@WoodenSteel-J6artisan Not exactly, not typical coated exterior screws for decking can be used for the hangers. They have no shear strength. Look at the instructions for the hangers. They use a beefed up hex head screw designed for shear (thicker than decking screws) or short nails specifically for the application as nails are strong in shear but longer nails go through the header which you do not want to happen. Only the diagonally nailed holes use “typical” nails.
Thanks for taking the time to show your work. As with all building projects, people should check with their local building officials for local code requirements.
Your stringers look like the perfect amount to me which leads me to believe there is not enough. It's been my experience when it comes to stringers if you think you have enough you're usually at least 1 short. 😂😂
Brent, thank you so much for the clear & pointed way to build stairs, step by step! You read like you've just stepped out of a romance novel though, with that voice Bro.😍 I tease, because you're great! 😂😂😂
The Diablo Trex blade is a wonderful blade for not only cutting composite but also cuts vinyl decking and leaves really smooth finish on the edges of the cut. Another thing we found is that it is the only circ saw blade that will cut vinyl or laminate flooring planks and not go dull. The saw teeth have a negative hook angle and that's what you want for cutting things that are tough on a blade. A circ saw wood blade will cut vinyl flooring plank but, by lunch time you're going to need a new blade. The shape of tooth and hook angle on a wood blade does not mix well with vinyl plank.
Excellent videos for average, everyday homeowners such as myself! Even with your not so self-deprecating humor, they are still great videos! 😂😂 Just kidding….I love your self deprecating humor as well. Good job and thank you for sharing your experiences and knowledge! Keep them coming! And BTW, if you ever have the opportunity, I would love to see a video or two from you on stuccoing/plastering and re-pointing bricks and/or stones using old world ingredients such as quicklime and/or hydrated lime…..I have an old home in Tennessee that I would like to use the correct materials while re-pointing 200+ year old bricks and stones and 200+ year old stucco and interior plaster, but finding easy to understand methods has been a challenge for me….especially in the form of U.S. videos.
These are great steps. Our "contractor grade" deck that was slapped together with our house in 2007 is falling apart and so we're looking at doing a concrete pad instead of a wooden deck. The only issue is that the back door is approx. 36" above grade! So I'm going to have to have some kind of small "deck" to walk out on and some stairs to come down onto the new pad. This is one of the best DIY "How-To" stairs videos that I've found. Thanks, I look forward to figuring out my dilemma now.
It took my breath away when you used 3 pieces of scrap boards to finish the treads, Believe me, I totally understand wanting to use up all materials and get your money's worth, but after doing such great work and such a high level of attention to detail, I was blown away at that decision, Nonetheless, great work and thanks for sharing.
Hi there. I was curious if you should have put .75 as the tread thickness since you are using what looks like 1X6s instead of 1.00. Just curious and looking for tips to make sure I’m getting it right. Thank you for the help.
This staircase will have open riser backs. Is that OK in most jurisdictions? It looks like if you were to add riser backs now, you would be left with insufficient tread nosing overhang.
This couldn’t be more perfect timing. Looking to build stairs to the top of my concrete retaining wall. Any suggestions for attaching the riser brackets?
Agree with david. A ledger board that is attached to your concrete retaining wall would work great and just drill and use the appropriate concrete anchors. Then attached your brackets to the ledger board just like I attached mine.
You did a great job. I’ve been an inspector of every single form of construction for close to 126 years now in both Gotham City and Metropolis and I couldn’t find a single issue with anything you did. I sent your video to every single other inspector in the world and well as every single past, present, and future head of state and they all agreed that your work is flawless and should be the industry standard in every industry.
Could you specify if the power Pro screws you used to fasten the stair stringers to the deck are structural? I was about to purchase but realized that the stringers hardware calls for structural screws given the weight it carries. Deck screws are too soft to hold up thar kind of weight.
Great video! Been so loving this series. Question, do you need a moisture barrier between the concrete and the pressure treated wood at the bottom and the top? Noticed you just added it to the top of the supports. I have heard there is a lot of moisture when wood touches concrete even when it’s pressure treated. Just curious if it would matter long term. Great job on this build!!!
Great to hear Joshua and thanks so much for the support. Good question and you can add a moisture barrier but I didn't because I have the concrete slanted so moisture won't be sticking around long term.
The wood itself is treated, so no moisture barrier is needed. The reason some people use a barrier/tape product on top is because they cut the material and they believe that will allow the water to penetrate the material. However, the wood is soaked in the treatment and then dried before it is sent to the stores.
Just a little something I learned from Grandpa. Always put a 2x4 on the bottom of the stringer. cutting the step and riser takes a lot of structure out of the 2x12. Funny I can remember pouring concrete with my father in the 70's. Mixing with a Hoe.
Great vid, nice work, good tips. A suggestion about fasteners. I know you are sponsored, but with metal connecting plates, a flathead screw designed for this purpose provides more surface contact and a stronger connection. They cost more so I use them in the most critical areas like the stringer hangers.
I have a question. I just built and installed stair stringers. But the run was short per the slope calculation of being able to use 2 full width trex boards. My question is how should I affix the trex boards to the run part of the stringers if 2 boards are too wide? Do I need to trim 1 of them down length wise to fit and then just have the cut/ broad face exposed instead of the slit for hidden fastener?
Hello from across the pond, awesome demonstration, information and directions on this project there's no messing about really enjoyed watching your channel so keep up the hard work, all the best from the United Kingdom
Fantastic video! Really informative and at a great pace for beginner DIY'rs....You showed some helpful tips at the appropriate intervals that will save people time and having to learn the hard way....in a way that isn't confusing or won't provoke overthinking it. 👍
Just wondering why you used the proper Galvanized nails to attach the stringer straps to the bulkhead, but then at 12:16, you used the wrong, non-galvanized screws to attach the stringer straps to the stringer? Not supposed to mix the galvanized with non-galvanized anchors.
Yes, show us ALL THE PROJECTS! Your videos are great!!! I especially love showing my wife your intros! "Why hello there, Brent here with Bring Your Own Tools and on today's episode..." It's PHENOMENAL! BTW, are you going to be doing railing?
Where are the RAILINGS ?
Here's that video. Thanks for asking: ua-cam.com/video/8XkQGPa8cAU/v-deo.html
😊@@BYOTools
F me... This chap was my favorite diy 8 years ago.. he had a perfect video to make a lawn .. love u bro
Your work is second to none may God continue to bless you and your family outstanding job
Brent, thank you so much for showing us how to cut the stringers the correct way. There is nothing more irritating than seeing a contractor cutting through the angles past the lines. It just makes the stringer more prone to breaking. Great video!!!!
Truly appreciate your support Mitch as always and I couldn't agree more with you. Its the little things that make a difference, right?!
Legend Larry Haun would tend to disagree. I watched an old video of him making stairs (How to Build Stairs). He uses a circular saw like a boss.
Not if you cover the over cuts with duct tape. I saw a video of someone doing that on here, so it has to be right.
This is not how you cut a stringer. The top stringer is wrong
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@@BYOToolswtf at 02:05 the impact driver has no bit how is it screwing the screw in?
You just can’t leave us hanging like this, seriously spill the goods. I want to see the total project completion please.
Not trying to leave you hanging I promise :) just a LOT of information to get through but we are so CLOSE to being done :)
World-Class narration of professional instruction with editing of equal caliber on topic of interest. Free.
Just, wow.
Great job Sam and Angela !!!!! One step closer to inspector,
Perfect example for my application, thanks!
Building code usual requires that a 4" ball must not fit between the stair treads in the riser. Typically the riser area should be closed out or have some blocking installed to prevent small children from getting caught in there.
Lots of helpful building practices here. Thanks!
Sure, and I like to see the code complying handrail installed.
Thank you for your clarity in communicating each step (no pun intended) of the process so well.
Very smart to utilize your leftover decking boards. Beautiful craftsmanship as always!!
Great to hear and thanks so much for watching Lisa. Truly appreciate the support.
Explained in a nice and clear way. I’ve just recently found your page but finding it very helpful for what I need to do in my garden. It goes quite fast but I can rewind and pause to double check.
Gurl you slayed them steps 🎉
Good job 👍🏾. I just finished rebuilding steps for my customer.
Dudes got that pressure treated money!!
All that time and effort, very start that everything was based off of, the top on the retaining wall is JACKED
This is really the best way! I’ve done it exactly like this for numerous stairs without problem.
I have been loving this retaining wall series you have. When you are making the stringers, I'd look into a track saw. You can get a really short piece of track. It doesn't seem like it but you can cut them even faster with more accuracy. You just use the splinter guard on the track to align your cut, set the saw down, plunge and cut. They make for ripping down sheet goods on the go really easy. You won't catch me moving sheets of 4'x'8 ply to the table saw anymore. I'll rough cut it first, then get my finish with the table saw. I find even those cuts get better when I am not working with a full sheet. Just a handy little tool if you don't already have one.
😊
I am sure its been mentioned but the stringer hangers are meant to be used with specific nails, not screws and the ends of the screws should not penetrate through the entire stringer. The shorter nails are usually sold right next to the hangers. Many screws do not have the shear strength to work in that type of hangar unless specified by the hanger manufacturer.
COATED EXTERIOR HEX-HEAD SCREWS
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@@WoodenSteel-J6artisan Not exactly, not typical coated exterior screws for decking can be used for the hangers. They have no shear strength. Look at the instructions for the hangers. They use a beefed up hex head screw designed for shear (thicker than decking screws) or short nails specifically for the application as nails are strong in shear but longer nails go through the header which you do not want to happen. Only the diagonally nailed holes use “typical” nails.
OF COURSE WE WANNA KNOW WHAT YOU DO BETWEEN THE STEPS AND DECK!
LOVE the enthusiasm Patrick and thanks so much for watching.
Yup got the extra step
Love your videos. As a homeowner you make it look so easy. Thanks for inspiring us to actually get things done.
Another great and instructional video. Can't wait to see the drone footage when it's all complete.
Was truly trying not to laugh at the careful talk but when you said love taps you had me rolling 😂. Great video!
That's some beautiful work and great tips. Where I live, anything over 30" requires railing. YMMV.
Thanks for taking the time to show your work. As with all building projects, people should check with their local building officials for local code requirements.
Figure it out -
Visiting the Building Dept will open a huge can of worms…. and fees…
Your stringers look like the perfect amount to me which leads me to believe there is not enough. It's been my experience when it comes to stringers if you think you have enough you're usually at least 1 short. 😂😂
Keep the good times coming!
Brent, thank you so much for the clear & pointed way to build stairs, step by step! You read like you've just stepped out of a romance novel though, with that voice Bro.😍 I tease, because you're great! 😂😂😂
Great info. Trex recommends 9" O.C. for stringers. No idea what other composite manufacturers recommend.
The Diablo Trex blade is a wonderful blade for not only cutting composite but also cuts vinyl decking and leaves really smooth finish on the edges of the cut. Another thing we found is that it is the only circ saw blade that will cut vinyl or laminate flooring planks and not go dull. The saw teeth have a negative hook angle and that's what you want for cutting things that are tough on a blade. A circ saw wood blade will cut vinyl flooring plank but, by lunch time you're going to need a new blade. The shape of tooth and hook angle on a wood blade does not mix well with vinyl plank.
Excellent videos for average, everyday homeowners such as myself! Even with your not so self-deprecating humor, they are still great videos! 😂😂 Just kidding….I love your self deprecating humor as well. Good job and thank you for sharing your experiences and knowledge! Keep them coming!
And BTW, if you ever have the opportunity, I would love to see a video or two from you on stuccoing/plastering and re-pointing bricks and/or stones using old world ingredients such as quicklime and/or hydrated lime…..I have an old home in Tennessee that I would like to use the correct materials while re-pointing 200+ year old bricks and stones and 200+ year old stucco and interior plaster, but finding easy to understand methods has been a challenge for me….especially in the form of U.S. videos.
Brent you’re the best!!! Everything you do is amazing!
Wow, this was very informative. Thanks for sharing
Mate this is amazing!!thankyou so much!!
Thank you so much for the details!
Thank you for this great new video!
Nice looking set of stairs, just like the builder :)
These are great steps. Our "contractor grade" deck that was slapped together with our house in 2007 is falling apart and so we're looking at doing a concrete pad instead of a wooden deck. The only issue is that the back door is approx. 36" above grade! So I'm going to have to have some kind of small "deck" to walk out on and some stairs to come down onto the new pad. This is one of the best DIY "How-To" stairs videos that I've found. Thanks, I look forward to figuring out my dilemma now.
Pretty cool . I enjoyed watching this video . Thx
Great job! Thanks.
Love your videos! Please show us what you decide to do between the wall and stairs. I’m sure it will be great!
GREAT VIDEO BYOTTHAT IMPACT DRIVER IS A TOUGH LITTLE BUGGER..GREETINGS FROM THE PHILIPPINES
Looks great!
Thanks so much for watching as always Johnny.
Nice job and video instructions! 👍
It look very professional, I like it
It took my breath away when you used 3 pieces of scrap boards to finish the treads, Believe me, I totally understand wanting to use up all materials and get your money's worth, but after doing such great work and such a high level of attention to detail, I was blown away at that decision,
Nonetheless, great work and thanks for sharing.
I just found your channel the other day and I'm going on a binge watching all your recent stuff lol. Love the content
Hi there. I was curious if you should have put .75 as the tread thickness since you are using what looks like 1X6s instead of 1.00. Just curious and looking for tips to make sure I’m getting it right. Thank you for the help.
Nice job!
This staircase will have open riser backs. Is that OK in most jurisdictions? It looks like if you were to add riser backs now, you would be left with insufficient tread nosing overhang.
This couldn’t be more perfect timing. Looking to build stairs to the top of my concrete retaining wall. Any suggestions for attaching the riser brackets?
Ledger board
Agree with david. A ledger board that is attached to your concrete retaining wall would work great and just drill and use the appropriate concrete anchors. Then attached your brackets to the ledger board just like I attached mine.
Good work mate.
Nice job Brent!!
Splendid work, thanks for sharing. I hope when your done with all the wood/composite work, you will show us how you are going to light the project.
Your attention to detail and quality of work always impressive!
Thanks so much for your love and support as always :)
Really good one! Thanks a lot!!
Your stairs are really beautiful.
You did a great job. I’ve been an inspector of every single form of construction for close to 126 years now in both Gotham City and Metropolis and I couldn’t find a single issue with anything you did. I sent your video to every single other inspector in the world and well as every single past, present, and future head of state and they all agreed that your work is flawless and should be the industry standard in every industry.
Nice detailed video. Your getting it done , thanks !❤️
All of your videos are great!!
The base plate should be taped on both the top AND bottom. Even with PT lumber, it's really important to not have direct wood to concrete contact.
Exactly, it’s even more important under it since that’s going to stay wet longer than the top surface.
unless it’s treated to be in the ground.
you might add, that when you drill the holes for the bolts in pressure treated wood, this also needs to be treated (IRC 402.1.2)
Good video. Need a handrail with balusters as there is a greater than 30" rise from top to bottom of stairs (IBC).
Brent ,now that you mentioned it I do want to see what you did to finish it all off. Don't blame me you brought it up.
Very nice work and video, thanks
Nice work!
Love your videos. Only criticism….HeighT not HeighTH.
great video. thanks.
Should the top step extend the landing?
Could you specify if the power Pro screws you used to fasten the stair stringers to the deck are structural? I was about to purchase but realized that the stringers hardware calls for structural screws given the weight it carries. Deck screws are too soft to hold up thar kind of weight.
Looks great 👍
Great video! Been so loving this series. Question, do you need a moisture barrier between the concrete and the pressure treated wood at the bottom and the top? Noticed you just added it to the top of the supports. I have heard there is a lot of moisture when wood touches concrete even when it’s pressure treated. Just curious if it would matter long term. Great job on this build!!!
Great to hear Joshua and thanks so much for the support. Good question and you can add a moisture barrier but I didn't because I have the concrete slanted so moisture won't be sticking around long term.
The wood itself is treated, so no moisture barrier is needed. The reason some people use a barrier/tape product on top is because they cut the material and they believe that will allow the water to penetrate the material. However, the wood is soaked in the treatment and then dried before it is sent to the stores.
Just a little something I learned from Grandpa.
Always put a 2x4 on the bottom of the stringer. cutting the step and riser takes a lot of structure out of the 2x12.
Funny I can remember pouring concrete with my father in the 70's.
Mixing with a Hoe.
What amazing job! I love it. Thank you fpr sharing It gave me a great idea how I can do mine.🫶🫶
Great vid, nice work, good tips. A suggestion about fasteners. I know you are sponsored, but with metal connecting plates, a flathead screw designed for this purpose provides more surface contact and a stronger connection. They cost more so I use them in the most critical areas like the stringer hangers.
Nice job.... And pay no attention to the code police..... Thanks for the video and info..... very nice job... ❤❤
I Love your videos. They are always entertaining and informative. Please show the completion to the deck. 🙏🏼
I have a question. I just built and installed stair stringers. But the run was short per the slope calculation of being able to use 2 full width trex boards. My question is how should I affix the trex boards to the run part of the stringers if 2 boards are too wide? Do I need to trim 1 of them down length wise to fit and then just have the cut/ broad face exposed instead of the slit for hidden fastener?
Pretty much exactly how I would have built them. Nice job! Did you put any wood preservative between the wall and the stringers?
In new Zealand we have to cover in the stair fronts. Would help to disguise the ugly brackets too. Screws look mint.
Interesting that you HAVE to cover them Lance. We still might do that but not final yet. Thanks so much for watching and your support.
For the concrete pad what about the frost line? Or do you live in a warmer climate where that doesn’t matter?
Hello from across the pond, awesome demonstration, information and directions on this project there's no messing about really enjoyed watching your channel so keep up the hard work, all the best from the United Kingdom
Legend m8 !!! Awesome work, really well explained ...cheers !!
HEIGHT as in HITE. Not heith. Love your work.
This was very helpful. please show a full video for the translon area between the deck and retaining
wall.
Nice build 👍
After Turf Installation , I came here and subscribed
Awsume work great video.👌👍🍺
Fantastic video! Really informative and at a great pace for beginner DIY'rs....You showed some helpful tips at the appropriate intervals that will save people time and having to learn the hard way....in a way that isn't confusing or won't provoke overthinking it. 👍
Grate video..simple and nice..
professional work
What's the wood preservative you used? I don't see that in the supply links.
When you added the fascia board for the toe kick portion did you have to go back and cut abut 1/2 inch off each rise to make room?
Thank you.
Great Job Nicely Done 🪚🔨📐
Nice!
What? You weren't expecting people to parachute off the retaining wall?
But seriously, I am glad to see you in Atlas 46 gear. I love their stuff.
Just wondering why you used the proper Galvanized nails to attach the stringer straps to the bulkhead, but then at 12:16, you used the wrong, non-galvanized screws to attach the stringer straps to the stringer? Not supposed to mix the galvanized with non-galvanized anchors.
Fantastic
Yes, show us ALL THE PROJECTS! Your videos are great!!! I especially love showing my wife your intros! "Why hello there, Brent here with Bring Your Own Tools and on today's episode..."
It's PHENOMENAL!
BTW, are you going to be doing railing?