Thank y’all I’m currently working on my steps was looking at videos.liked your tips.Aloha from Texas,my brother lives in Aiea.owner Of El Charro Mexicano restaurant..
This is great stuff. Helped me out a lot on some stairs that I am about to begin working on. Thanks man hope to see more videos of yours I just subscribed!!
Was thinking the same thing. Never showed putting down the tread either. How much space did you leave for the nosing. Is the nosing glued to the vinyl plank or the subfloor or both?
@@TheScandalTV glue a piece of flooring to the riser and then just butt the stair nose to it use a construction adhesive and done step on it till it's setup
Great job! I gave you a thumbs up and subscribed. Thanks so much! My suggestion is to add a link for all tools needed and how to do the landing with the piece against wall and tell us for 3200 sqf how many boxes of luxury vinal planks was used how many people did the job and how long it took. 😁😁💗💗 god bless u. You are awesome!
Zamma has a stair tread system that I typically use, it is by far the fastest and easiest way (in my opinion). Especially if someone does not like the look of the transition from the plank to the nosing. Great video though, love it!
This is a floating floor, and this material expands alot when it gets warm in the house then contracts small again when it's cool. Even when your gluing you should have a little space on each side do it can move. If iui t cant expand to vfc the sides when its warm, the only way to go is up. And can make the planks all come apart
If you leave the padding attached it will eventually breakdown and pull away from the adhesive. You should absolutely remove the padding (at least from the risers, the treads will probably stay put) @@kaimiconstructionhawaii3229
THE MOST HELPFUL VIDEO !! Thank you for the details and information! And great video angles too. I appreciate you explaining what you did and why. Now I have confidence to try this out
Overall a good job. I think you should do another but be more methodical in your approach to the video so that you include the steps. I messed up when I did mine as I didn't realise I should keep that gap for the bullnose. You should have shown the bullnose going in. Also on the half landings why did you leave that bit of baseboard there - it would be better to have removed that and put it in place over the flooring - just saying. Great job though
Hey Boss, great video! Our supplier said we can't do the stairs to match with vinyl plank. After seeing this video I say you proved them wrong. What is the material called that you used for the bull nose or to cover the corver of each stairs? Or maybe a link to one so I get the general idea? Thank you!
I have VLP on my downstairs floor and I wanted to add it to the stairs. This is one of the best videos that I have found for what I want to do! Only difference is that I want to have white risers. I'm going to look for that template tool! Also, what is the cutting tool you used?
Thank you! I love white risers. It gives it a clean look! The tool you can find it in amazon as well. You can type Vinyl Floor Cutter. Recommend to get the one that has a curve. It allows you to make long cuts. Like the one you see in the video.
dont u need to leave a little gap at the edges of each step for expansion. Like they tell u to leave a 1/4 inch gap around the perimeter of a room if i am not mistaken
I believe since the steps are so small in length and width that it is not necessary plus they are glued. I'm not 100% but I had the same question and this is what I suspect.
No because it is not wood and synthetic doesn’t stretch plus it’s got its own glue on the back of the tile the extra he has put on probably so it doesn’t bubble
I also do this for a living and on steps you do not need expansion but in a room especially near a sliding glass door you need expansion because the heat from the sun makes this material expand its happen to me one time learned my lesson.
damn, I wish I saw this video before using a mitre saw and table saw to cut almost all my plnaks. I have some gaps on the sides, a lot of mess to clean and vacuum and wasted pieces from making incorrect cuts. This method looks way cleaner, both in mess and precision and probably a lot faster too!
You can definitely use a miter saw. But in this video I am using a vinyl flooring cutter. You can find some in amazon. there is a lot of different kinds. Vinyl flooring cutters have a better clean cut and less mess.
A utility knife will work too on vinyl flooring, it will be a little harder but you can crack it down pretty easy. Always use the proper protective equipment.
Can i make a suggestion that makes it faster. Instead of using a pencil, scribe with a sharp knife on both sides and break the ends after. You get a perfect cut
Starting this project now but having a problem with finding vinyl planks without a backing. Anybody know if you can still use glue even with an attached backing?
I would either peel the rubber backing off which is sometimes can be an easy task or belt sanded off with 60 grit This provides better adhesion overall
Thank you for the video. It is very informative! I will want to do my own stairs as it doesn't look that hard. You have great tools and I really like the template. What is that actually called so that I can find it on Amazon? Thank you 🙂
The riser needs to be sized: the cut edge will stay hidden under the above tread nose and the non-cut edge will rest nicely straight on the bottom tread...it will also certainly hide the possibility rugged cut edge of the bottom tread!
@@biggc49042 Luxury vinyl tiles and planks are made of … vinyl! Vinyl is susceptible to temperature changes in its ambient environment which will cause the vinyl flooring to expand and contract with normal hot and cold fluctuations. 🤔
From the top edge of the flooring do you leave a space for putting the nosing? Should The flooring be finish first before the work on the stairs start? That’s why I need to know how much space from the edge of the flooring for the top nosing to be put?
Did you use the same glue for the stair nose overlap? do you need to use nails as well? Also, when you start a stair do you start with riser, then step then the stair nose so it can overlap? thank you again on a great video
The life proof vinyl planks I got have the underlayment underneath. I purchased the stair nose and it came with tracks that need screwed down. Can I still use the vinyl planks with the underlayment for my stairs and risers? What adhesive do you recommend?
Just to be clear, you cut the male connector side off to have a clean edge on the bottom and then you trimmed (ripped) it to length (height) on the top edge of the riser and capped it off with the corner edge (nose) piece?
The stair nose, it's bullnosed correct? Do you leave that bull nosed edge void? What I mean is, is there open space in the round edge? Does it move or flex when kicked with a toe or stepped on?
No the stair nose comes with the overlap. It is actually called "Overlap Stair Nose". Some manufactures also have Flush Stair noses. It is a good choice for those who do not like overlap stair noses.
Looks good, but the hump or lip at the front edge of each step, the nosing piece, is uncomfortable to walk on. Would be nice if there was a way to do this and make the step flat on top.
They have vinyl flooring that has stair nose pieces that click in just like the flooring. This creates a flush tread. You simply have to look for the manufacturer who makes that type when you are buying. Explain what you are looking for to the flooring salesperson and they will show you who makes it.
With vinyl glue down you can't have nosing that they will be flush or without hump. You pay more money to get the perfect step, flush with nosing who click with the plank like Torlys product or Dura Fusion 5.5...
i found one similar on amazon www.amazon.ca/MantisTol-Vinyl-Floor-Cutter-LC-460/dp/B07Z7H34QB/ref=sr_1_28?dchild=1&keywords=vinyl+tile+cutter&qid=1608337345&sr=8-28
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Hey nice job. Straightforward and instructional without a bunch of unnecessary commentary. Good job 👍🏻
Nice video, no that much talking, direct to the point. Very illustrative. Thanks!
He explained the process really well and didnt bore me
Good job well done guys
How come you didn't show the bullnose install ?
Thank y’all I’m currently working on my steps was looking at videos.liked your tips.Aloha from Texas,my brother lives in Aiea.owner Of El Charro Mexicano restaurant..
This is great stuff. Helped me out a lot on some stairs that I am about to begin working on. Thanks man hope to see more videos of yours I just subscribed!!
thanks for this. but you never show how put the front edge on the steps
No andas ddgi
It's glued it's stair nose
Was thinking the same thing. Never showed putting down the tread either. How much space did you leave for the nosing. Is the nosing glued to the vinyl plank or the subfloor or both?
@@TheScandalTV glue a piece of flooring to the riser and then just butt the stair nose to it use a construction adhesive and done step on it till it's setup
@@crawlerx1818 ok thanks. So the nosing doesn’t overlap the vinyl plank on the tread?
Hey what did you use for the bull nose on the thread I didn’t see that part
Using product that is fairly popular always had options for matching stair nosing and evening matching quarter round sometimes
Can you share the link for the vinyl floor cutter in the description too please! Thanks! Seems like everyone is asking!
Nice job. I did pretty much the same thing. With same colors and stair nose.
do you have to remove the foam backing when gluing to the stairs?
Great job! I gave you a thumbs up and subscribed. Thanks so much! My suggestion is to add a link for all tools needed and how to do the landing with the piece against wall and tell us for 3200 sqf how many boxes of luxury vinal planks was used how many people did the job and how long it took. 😁😁💗💗 god bless u. You are awesome!
I would recommend peel off that rubber backing though prior to glue up for better adhesion
How do you cover the edges of the stair. Would you mind do other video step by step especially the edges, thank you.
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Those are called bullnose. You order them to match the plank. They take about 4 to 5 weeks to be made sometimes.
Incredible detail, my man! Thank you so much! 🙏 Excellent information and video!
Awesome job ❤
Zamma has a stair tread system that I typically use, it is by far the fastest and easiest way (in my opinion). Especially if someone does not like the look of the transition from the plank to the nosing. Great video though, love it!
Where did you purchase the stair nose to match the existing flooring color?
I purchased mine with the flooring
I’m going to try and tackle my stairs on a weekend project. Thank you for sharing I learned a lot from this!!
excellent video!
I like your job. Thank you for sharing this with us.
This is a floating floor, and this material expands alot when it gets warm in the house then contracts small again when it's cool. Even when your gluing you should have a little space on each side do it can move. If iui t cant expand to vfc the sides when its warm, the only way to go is up. And can make the planks all come apart
Vinyl plank barely expands, nowhere near as much as wood, won’t have any problems with expanding and contracting
Lvp doesn’t expand if it’s spc or rigid. Wpc might a tad but it’s not wood. Your comment applies mostly to wood
He’s in Hawaii. It’s pretty constant year round, and always humid
Do you have to remove the foam on the back of the vinyl before gluing down?
No need.
If you leave the padding attached it will eventually breakdown and pull away from the adhesive. You should absolutely remove the padding (at least from the risers, the treads will probably stay put)
@@kaimiconstructionhawaii3229
Where u buy the stair nose Moulding Like that
THE MOST HELPFUL VIDEO !! Thank you for the details and information! And great video angles too. I appreciate you explaining what you did and why. Now I have confidence to try this out
Looks great! What did you use for the stair nose?
Great video! What’s the name of the cutter you use. Thanks
I only use my measure tape , a square and dewalt knife to score it and then you just fold it and there you have it
How does it call the one that goes at the edge?
Thank you for showing. Love it.
those stair nose hold up with just glue?
Thanks for the info bro… time to tackle my stairs!
How do cut laminate for curved Bullnose step at the bottom of the stairs?
Did you ever find out??? I’m about to run into the same issue!!! Thanks in advance 👍
No gaps for expansion and contraction?
Not for that particular product since it's not a wood based
No acclimation needed as well
That is such a small area any expansion and contraction will be very minimal. Now granted, you don’t want to make it a tight fit.
Overall a good job. I think you should do another but be more methodical in your approach to the video so that you include the steps. I messed up when I did mine as I didn't realise I should keep that gap for the bullnose. You should have shown the bullnose going in. Also on the half landings why did you leave that bit of baseboard there - it would be better to have removed that and put it in place over the flooring - just saying. Great job though
Great video
Very helpful and informative
A big thanks
What is the band of the vinyl cutter? Nice work btw
Hey Boss, great video! Our supplier said we can't do the stairs to match with vinyl plank. After seeing this video I say you proved them wrong. What is the material called that you used for the bull nose or to cover the corver of each stairs? Or maybe a link to one so I get the general idea? Thank you!
What's the name of the cutter? Like that cutter on the floor?
Beautiful work!
Do u use glue on the treads Or just the riser ??
In this case not. But it doesn't hurt to put some on. I would highly recommend it if it is for laminate or hardwood flooring
where do the stair nosing come from
I have VLP on my downstairs floor and I wanted to add it to the stairs. This is one of the best videos that I have found for what I want to do! Only difference is that I want to have white risers. I'm going to look for that template tool! Also, what is the cutting tool you used?
Thank you! I love white risers. It gives it a clean look! The tool you can find it in amazon as well. You can type Vinyl Floor Cutter. Recommend to get the one that has a curve. It allows you to make long cuts. Like the one you see in the video.
dont u need to leave a little gap at the edges of each step for expansion. Like they tell u to leave a 1/4 inch gap around the perimeter of a room if i am not mistaken
I believe since the steps are so small in length and width that it is not necessary plus they are glued. I'm not 100% but I had the same question and this is what I suspect.
No because it is not wood and synthetic doesn’t stretch plus it’s got its own glue on the back of the tile the extra he has put on probably so it doesn’t bubble
I don't think is necessary on this case. Plus there have been tests online that this vinyl flooring doesnot expand with time at all. I agree to that.
I also do this for a living and on steps you do not need expansion but in a room especially near a sliding glass door you need expansion because the heat from the sun makes this material expand its happen to me one time learned my lesson.
damn, I wish I saw this video before using a mitre saw and table saw to cut almost all my plnaks. I have some gaps on the sides, a lot of mess to clean and vacuum and wasted pieces from making incorrect cuts. This method looks way cleaner, both in mess and precision and probably a lot faster too!
What are you using to score/cut the planks? I was thinking of doing miter saw but this looks like a much better option
You can definitely use a miter saw. But in this video I am using a vinyl flooring cutter. You can find some in amazon. there is a lot of different kinds. Vinyl flooring cutters have a better clean cut and less mess.
A utility knife will work too on vinyl flooring, it will be a little harder but you can crack it down pretty easy. Always use the proper protective equipment.
Can i make a suggestion that makes it faster. Instead of using a pencil, scribe with a sharp knife on both sides and break the ends after. You get a perfect cut
You guys are really good. I didn't know they had a machine to cut it. I've been using chop saw for 7 plus years 😒
If he use the rigid core it doesn’t work though. I use a table saw
Doesn’t work as good when you get into higher quality products.
Great video. I just ordered the tools. Did you buy the nosed stair tread or did you make it?
Starting this project now but having a problem with finding vinyl planks without a backing. Anybody know if you can still use glue even with an attached backing?
I would either peel the rubber backing off which is sometimes can be an easy task or belt sanded off with 60 grit
This provides better adhesion overall
Thank you for the video. It is very informative! I will want to do my own stairs as it doesn't look that hard. You have great tools and I really like the template. What is that actually called so that I can find it on Amazon? Thank you 🙂
They are called stair scribes
Thank you!
Nice job. Can you share some info about this cutter. Thx
Please show us hpw to do first floor over concrete and 2nd floor bedroom and hallway as well.
what about expansion?
Wondering if it wouldn't be better to install the risers first then the treads. Just a thought.
The riser needs to be sized: the cut edge will stay hidden under the above tread nose and the non-cut edge will rest nicely straight on the bottom tread...it will also certainly hide the possibility rugged cut edge of the bottom tread!
How you did the stair nosing ?
What happens when it expands and contracts? Isn't there supposed to be atleast 1/4 off the wall for that?
not when gluing down
Lvp rigid doesn't expand
@@biggc49042 Luxury vinyl tiles and planks are made of … vinyl! Vinyl is susceptible to temperature changes in its ambient environment which will cause the vinyl flooring to expand and contract with normal hot and cold fluctuations.
🤔
Hi, May I ask what kind of glue did you use? thanks
We use Power Grab. It is the best!
I am bending the vinyl in order to do the stairs nose, don’t like overlap stair nose!
Yes me neither. Now they have flash stairnoses. More options.
From the top edge of the flooring do you leave a space for putting the nosing? Should The flooring be finish first before the work on the stairs start? That’s why I need to know how much space from the edge of the flooring for the top nosing to be put?
Im trying to figure out the way to do a top stair, and balcony finish with the nose tread
Very informative and helpful
How many boxes was used on the stairs, looks good -thanks for the tips I’m about to upgrade our ugly stairs
This was helpful. Thank you!
Thanks for this! I learned a lot
Great video, however, when installing the nosing, does it go over the tread and riser or butt up to it?
Yes it goes over the tread. It is an Overlap Stairnose. There are overlap and flush stairnoses.
What cutter brand or model did you use?
Did you used nails as well for stairnose and steps?
In some of them yes because the subfloor is not level. Just a couple to hold it down. Just make sure to cover the nail holes after.
Thank you so much sir, I learned a lot.
Nice video, great narration. Smooth video
Why did you show everything but the stair nose?
that's what I came here for too.
Cause however you do it unless maybe silicone and some pin nails it never holds up
Especially using any type conventional ca. Very few will stick to vinyl
We glued the stairsnose with Power Grab. Very strong highly recommended. let it set for a day or two even better.
Do you have link for the vinyl cutter that you are using
wy is the node piece taller than the floor plank??
Looks great!
What model laminate cutter did you use?
Can you share the color & brand of the floor please
Looks good man
Did you use the same cutter to cut the stair nose that you use to cut the plan?
No, It doesn't rise high enough.
Did you use the same glue for the stair nose overlap? do you need to use nails as well? Also, when you start a stair do you start with riser, then step then the stair nose so it can overlap? thank you again on a great video
Yes I use the same glue. Power grab. It is very good. You always do the risers first.
@@kaimiconstructionhawaii3229 if you start with a riser, how can the tread fit under it? Doesn't the riser sit on top of the tread?
I meant you always start with the tread. You are right o'connor
What LVP cutter is that?
The life proof vinyl planks I got have the underlayment underneath. I
purchased the stair nose and it came with tracks that need screwed down.
Can I still use the vinyl planks with the underlayment for my stairs
and risers? What adhesive do you recommend?
Hello Kaimi Construction. What make/model is that cutter you are using? Thank you
Looks good thanks for the video!
Just to be clear, you cut the male connector side off to have a clean edge on the bottom and then you trimmed (ripped) it to length (height) on the top edge of the riser and capped it off with the corner edge (nose) piece?
What did you use for the nose of the stairs?
It is an Overlap Stair Nose.
I was really hoping to see you install a full stair but you never did, it was more a video advertising the tool...
How did you create the bull nose? I must have missed it.
That it s a piece that you buy, it comes in 8 or 12 foot lengths I believe
Looks beautiful! Do you use a pin nailer for the vinyl planks on the stairs or only glue? thank you!
Only Glue. Sometimes I use finishing nails 18GA
Hello, do you also use glue when you want to put your vinyl on cement or pavements ?
What was the total cost for this project?
How long did it take to complete project?
The stair nose, it's bullnosed correct? Do you leave that bull nosed edge void? What I mean is, is there open space in the round edge? Does it move or flex when kicked with a toe or stepped on?
Shannon at houseimprovenents put a cut round piece of wood inside the bull nose to give strength and longevity
@Kimi Construction Hawaii
What brand vinyl are you using please?
What tool do I use to cut vinyl or plastic stair nose?
Miter or chop saw with a thin kerf blade.
What did you use on the edge of each stair?, was that a transition piece?
It is called a stairnose.
Do you overlap the nose with the plank??
No the stair nose comes with the overlap. It is actually called "Overlap Stair Nose". Some manufactures also have Flush Stair noses. It is a good choice for those who do not like overlap stair noses.
@@kaimiconstructionhawaii3229 this stair nose appears flush with the tread, but it's the overlap one? you set it flush against the tread?
Great job
How soon can you walk on it
@@miguelmurray6509 depends on the glue you get, but I recommend a least 12 hours. In the case of this video we let it dry over night.
Looks good, but the hump or lip at the front edge of each step, the nosing piece, is uncomfortable to walk on. Would be nice if there was a way to do this and make the step flat on top.
They have vinyl flooring that has stair nose pieces that click in just like the flooring. This creates a flush tread. You simply have to look for the manufacturer who makes that type when you are buying. Explain what you are looking for to the flooring salesperson and they will show you who makes it.
This type of stairs is called overlap. There are some flush stair noses as well.
With vinyl glue down you can't have nosing that they will be flush or without hump. You pay more money to get the perfect step, flush with nosing who click with the plank like Torlys product or Dura Fusion 5.5...
If you don’t mind me asking what is your rate per step?
If you have to ask you can’t afford it 😂
I do 100 per step. Just do wood treads and risers. The cost gets out of control for lvp stairs and will never turn out as good.
I install steps… I was just doing a little market research Jim….
What's state are you in if we want to hire you?
Hawaii
How can you remunerate a job on stairs as they pay? I would appreciate your opinion
I like the vinyl cutter where did you get it, what's is the brand?..
I forgot. home owner got it from California
i found one similar on amazon
www.amazon.ca/MantisTol-Vinyl-Floor-Cutter-LC-460/dp/B07Z7H34QB/ref=sr_1_28?dchild=1&keywords=vinyl+tile+cutter&qid=1608337345&sr=8-28