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Installing stair treads can be challenging since most stairs aren’t perfectly square. The BULLET Stair Tread Tool eliminates the guesswork, helping you measure and cut each tread to the exact angle and length you need.
There are several features that make this tool stand out in the industry:
It’s perfect for professional installers and DIYers, ensuring tight, accurate fits every time in five simple steps.
Step 1: Cut and Prepare Your Board
Start by cutting a board 2.5 inches shorter than the total width of your stairs. We recommend using a VAUGHAN Bear Saw® for quick, effortless cutting. The BULLET Stair Tread Tool is designed to work with boards up to a standard 2x4, making it more versatile than similar tools on the market.
Step 2: Attach the Board to the Stair Tread Tool
Slide your cut board onto the Stair Tread Tool. The spring-loaded crossmember makes attachment quick and secure, holding the board firmly in place while you work, while saving you time and ensuring consistency.
Step 3: Measure the Stair Tread
To find the correct dimensions, loosen the knobs and press each side of the tool into the corners and edges of the stair tread. Once both sides are flush against the walls, tighten the knobs. You’ll now have the exact angle and length for that specific step with no guessing!
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Step 4: Mark Your Cut Lines
Place the tool on your flooring material and align the pointed ends with the edge of the tread. Use the sides of the tool as a guide to mark your cut lines clearly. The bold, easy-to-read markings make transferring measurements fast and accurate, ensuring a perfect fit with minimal adjustment.
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Step 5: Make Your Cut and Install
Cut your stair tread along the marked lines using a saw suited for your flooring material. Thanks to the precision of the BULLET Stair Tread Tool, your tread will fit tightly and evenly once installed, free of gaps and uneven edges.
The BULLET Stair Tread Tool is durable, strong, and reliable, giving you correct measurements every time, even on uneven stairs. Whether you are a professional installer or tackling this job at home, this tool provides the accuracy and efficiency you need for a flawless finish.
FAQ
Q: What size board can I use with this tool?
A: The tool accommodates a board up to a standard 2" × 4" (or smaller).
Q: How precise are the measurements?
A: It features a built-in ruler with clear, bold markings in increments down to ⅛″.
Q: Is this tool only for perfectly square stairs?
A: No—one of its main benefits is that stairs are almost never square, and this tool lets you capture the exact angle and length needed.
Q: How do I use the tool to measure the tread?
A: You loosen the knobs, press each side into the corner and edges of the stair tread, then tighten the knobs to lock in the exact measurement.
Q: What’s the build quality like?
A: It has a strengthened top cross¬member and high-quality knobs (brass inserts) for strong clamping force and durability.
Q: Can the markings be read easily on-site?
A: Yes—the markings are clear and bold for enhanced visibility in real installation settings.
Q: Does the tool come with instructions?
A: On www.marshalltown.com, the Stair Tread Tool Literature shows how to use the tool.
Q: What kind of applications is this tool intended for?
A: It’s intended for measuring and cutting stair treads (and risers) during flooring installation, especially where precision is needed on uneven stairs.
