Shop Customizable Landing Treads For Your Project
The Hardwood Lumber Company has a legacy of producing high-quality wood stair parts. Whether you need a retrofit landing or you’re designing your own custom staircase–trust us to deliver uncompromising quality and beauty for your home.
Complete Your Staircase With Landing Tread Options
Our stair landing treads can be made from more than 40 domestic and exotic hardwoods. Not sure what wood is best for your staircase?
Some of our popular stair tread and riser wood species include:
Each species of wood offers its own unique profile–both in its appearance and characteristics like hardness and grain size. Learn more about the top wood species options for stair treads to make the best choice for your staircase.
Landing Tread Finish Options
Your landing treads can be shipped unfinished or you can choose from these finish options:
- Tread Coat: A clear, low-VOC prefinished option that protects your treads while showcasing the beauty of its natural wood grain. It offers a durable and easy-to-maintain satin finish.
- Tread Coat With Stain: This option combines the protection of our Tread Coat with a deep stain color, allowing you to add contrast or color without hiding the wood grain.
- Acrylic Polyurethane: A classic choice for a durable and long-lasting finish. This clear topcoat provides a protective layer that resists scratches and wear, available in a variety of sheens. Ideal for a bare, natural wood look that doesn’t sacrifice durability.
- Acrylic Polyurethane With Stain: Enhance the beauty of your chosen wood species with a stain, topped with a protective layer of acrylic polyurethane for maximum durability and a customized look.
- Rubio Monocoat: This hardwax oil finish provides deep penetration and a natural look with exceptional durability. It's a single-coat application that is easy to maintain and environmentally friendly.
- Primed & Painted: For a truly custom look, choose our primed and painted finish. Your landing treads will arrive ready to install with a smooth, painted surface in the color of your choice. Please contact our team for an updated list of our available paint options.
- Primed White: This option provides a clean, classic white base that's ready for you to paint your desired color. It offers a smooth and consistent finish for easy painting.
Landing Tread FAQs
What are landing treads?
Landing treads are horizontal trim pieces installed at the top of a staircase, forming a transition between stair treads and flooring.
What is the purpose of a landing tread?
Landing treads provide a smooth visual and functional transition between stairs and adjoining floors or landings, enhancing appearance and safety.
How thick are landing treads typically?
Landing treads usually range between ¾ inch to 1 inch thick. We offer thicknesses from ½” to ¾”
Do landing treads need to match stair treads exactly?
Typically, landing treads match the stair treads to ensure a cohesive look, though subtle contrasts can be chosen for design interest.
Can landing treads be installed after flooring?
Yes, landing treads are commonly installed after flooring, providing a neat finishing transition.
How are landing treads attached?
Landing treads are typically attached with adhesive and finish nails, providing stability and minimizing movement.
Can landing treads be used with carpeted stairs?
Yes, landing treads can still be installed at transitions between carpeted stairs and hard flooring to provide a finished edge.
Are landing treads necessary for floating floors?
Landing treads are recommended for laminate or floating floors to provide a clean edge, conceal expansion gaps, and improve safety.
Can landing treads be customized to unusual shapes or curves?
Yes, custom-made landing treads can accommodate unique shapes or angles, especially in custom staircases or irregular landings. If you require an unusual shape landing tread, please contact us for a fully customized consultation.
