Factory Second Retrofit Stair Tread – Traditional Design - 0.625 in. x 11.5 in.

 ***PLEASE READ EVERYTHING BELOW - THIS IS A SECOND QUALITY, CLEARANCE ITEM.***

Factory seconds feature machining or additional natural defects that pros can generally work with and work around. They are not a direct substitute for first quality products. They will require work and should not to be used in place of first quality products. These defects may include but are not limited to machining that's out of tolerance (i.e. too thin or thick), incomplete glue joints, end splits, season checking, rough finish/mismachining, too short to make full length, or visible knots/defects on the good side of the tread. If you buy these, please plan on cutting/gluing/routing/sanding and so on. They are great for patching, landings, and other applications where you need some but not all of a tread. Please view pictures for examples of some (not all) possible defects. Because we offer factory seconds at such a deep discount, we are unable to offer free shipping or additional discounts on them. No warranty is expressed or implied. All factory second sales are final.

To purchase our first quality tread which comes with standard free shipping, please click here.

• Freshen up your stairs - can be installed over existing treads to give your stairs a brand new look
• One piece solid nose - no joint/line in the middle of the face of the nose
• Solid hardwood construction made in the US from sustainably harvested Appalachian hardwoods
• Dimensions .625" T x 11.5" W with 1.875" molded nose
• Unfinished and can be stained to match existing flooring or stairs
• Backed by Whitewater's over 100 years of industry experience

Please note this item cannot be returned.

Factory seconds feature machining or additional natural defects that professionals can generally work with and work around. They are not a direct substitute for first quality products. They will require work and are not to be used in place of first quality products. These defects may include but are not limited to machining that's out of tolerance (i.e. too thin or thick), incomplete glue joints, end splits, season checking, rough finish/mismachining, too short to make full length or visible knots/defects on the good side of the tread. If you buy these, please plan on cutting/gluing/routing/sanding and so on. They are great for patching, landings, and other applications where you need some but not all of a tread. Please view pictures for examples of some (not all) possible defects. Please keep in mind that on the traditional retread, the front cove moulding may be cracked, broken, or missing as it is fragile.

Because we offer factory seconds at such a deep discount, we are unable to offer free shipping or additional discounts on them. No warranty is expressed or implied. All factory second sales are final.

Since we ship across the country, we often spray our treads with a stabilizer to reduce the effect of changes in moisture between climates. This coating has no effect on staining or finishing. We always recommend that you work with an expert for finishing to achieve the best results. We recommend sealing the tread entirely in the finishing process. If doing the work yourself, you should consult with a pro at minimum to ensure you have the proper techniques.

Additional resources:

• Hardwood species overview
• Red oak vs. white oak detailed comparison

Don't forget to check out our Loctite PL Premium Glue for your retread installation.