,Make your own stair nose.Vinyl plank flooring

[@mariescannapiego6802]

Thank you, this is a great tutorial for someone that doesn’t have any experience

[@jimmyf.x.9526]

Home Depot kit is $60 per step. Yet the floor only cost 3 per sq foot. I was like "there must be a more economical way"? Here I have found the perfect solution! Thanks!

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Your welcome

[@irsgnr]

Perfect!! Not only does this solve my stair problem, you've done an excellent job with the video instruction. Cheers!

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Awesome thank you

[@wcart0322]

Brilliant idea. This worked perfectly for my project. Don’t forget to pop that battery out when you got your fingers all up in that router. We need you to keep making videos with all ten. 😂

[@morgangallup2211]

I’ve been making nosings for a couple years now with my router table. Works really well, and i like the fact that the stair pieces lock together. Thanks for sharing. Always like to learn new tips and tricks from other installers

[@Kindlyone777]

Can this be done with Pergo laminate planks? Thank you

[@morgangallup2211]

I’ve done it with pergo lvp. They turned out great

[@CL-xm3jx]

​@@Kindlyone777that was laminate that he was working with

[@davidwomack5982]

I am mostly interested in forming a bullnose end.

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

😀👍

[@chrisnelson7819]

Thank you so very much for this video. My husband & I were able to do our stairway. So pleased with the results they turned out beautiful.

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Awesome

[@trevorjames5493]

All right I watched the whole thing and I guess there was not much time wasted at all really and I didn't know it was live so anyways thanks for the video and cheers again

[@MarkKenney-db7uo]

I am laying on existing hardwood and need to transition to carpet. This looks like a great solution th man that transition instead of using bull nose or transition piece the could be a tripping hazard transition is 12' long from kitchen to family room. Excited to experiment on this.

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Awesome good luck my friend

[@chrisnelson7819]

Thank you so very much! The waterfall method is exactly how I want to do our steps. This video will explain it to my husband.

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

😀👍

[@PatrickCoit]

This is a fantastic solution. Thank you

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

😀👍

[@civicfire99]

Great video! It paints me how often you are on your knees, time for a work bench!

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Well when you work on the floors it’s part of it, I do my best to always have my kneepads on while I am down and I have the best kneepads that the industry has to offer because it does wear on you, thank you for your concern my friend

[@Stevesbe]

Any flooring is hard work some worse than others

[@petemiller519]

Super video! Thanks for sharing.

[@shalebieber6111]

Love this excellent demo 😎👌

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Cool, thank you

[@omarcastellon3137]

Clean work!!!👍🏼

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Appreciate it!!

[@nirvana2110]

Amazing, the LVP Im trying to get doesn't offer any type of bullnose or anything for steps but now for sure I can do this. Thanks

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

😀👍

[@TheMcBobbles]

Wish I had you guys doing my kitch>living room threshold!

[@randywl8925]

Interesting idea. Since the stair lips are all going to be the same thickness it would be good to set up a jig with a back stop that you could push your plank against. You would put one shim against the back stop to guide your first route cut and a and put a wider shim in place make your second cut. I used the heat gun once to heat the backing of some carpet tiles so they would bend two and a half inches over the edge of an open set of stairs. I found after a few tests and using an infrared thermometer that you can find the ideal temperature at which it will bend by pointing the thermometer at it. Once you have that figured out it will be easy with the infrared thermometer to keep heating until it's at a certain temperature and then you know you're close. You got it figured out pretty well by just watching it then when it slumps over. That's a neat idea. I did that once to make base shoe out of a Drop and Done product to wrap around the four outside corners. Drop and Done is made by XL flooring. There's no tongue or groove they just lay in place and fit tightly together with zero expansion. I haven't bought a decent router at the time and I use my table saw set at a 45. It took a few tries not to cut all the way through the wire layer or the color layer. Anyway cool idea. I never would have thought of doing that for stairs. 👍

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Awesome thank you for sharing

[@randywl8925]

@@FloorsbySouthernboys you're quite welcome, I'm full of it. 😁 .....and I like to spread it around just like you do.

[@dustinwebster6349]

Nice work. I normally heat bend the thin planks without v-cutting them as they are thin enough to not deform/de-laminate when using heat. However, I never thought of v-cutting the thicker planking. Thanks for the great share!

[@BZ1340]

what are you using to adhere the LVP to the treads and kicks. Especially in a occupied home. Where foot traffic in a few hours could be required. Pressure sensitive glues take time to dry before application and walk traffic

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

@@BZ1340 get a polyurethane based construction adhesive

[@johnsteier3535]

Well I know what I am doing next weekend. This looks like a great way to add big amount of money to a floor install.

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Yup

[@clarksehon5580]

What if your step is longer than one plank? Mine is 8’ long

[@dwightvoeks9970]

Build an 8' jig

[@DCDLaserCNC]

Any tips on how you would make a rounded bull nose? I would assume heating and bending like you did for the square nose. What about the router cuts for a rounded nose?

[@RonKris]

Great info...just what I was looking for.

[@johnkorte4570]

Great idea! And a very good instructional video 👍👊. I was just thinking of a more efficient way to heat up planks for production. I have seen people bending pvc pipe to make 90 degree elbows by putting them in a hot water bath. They would have dozens of short lengths of pipe in a bucket of hot water. Then they would pull them out and bend them, throw them in a cold bucket of water. I think you could do the same thing with some vinyl planks. Might be worth a try.

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Cool thank you

[@anthonyr.3799]

How did you make that corner piece!?! I'm thoroughly interested.

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

I simply made my nosing out of the plank and then just cut them on a 45 and stuck them together

[@BZ1340]

@@FloorsbySouthernboys Can you describe this corner in more detail. How is the plank fitted into the 2 sides for the filler after the 2 sides are mitered.. Since the stairs are say 10 to 11 deep and another LVP has to be snapped in to fill the rest of the tread. Are you leaving the tongue and groove opposites so the filler fits in. I tried taking a screen shot of the piece you had as a sample but wasn’t clear enough to see the detail

[@MauriceLarocque-ge4ki]

How would you add a bullnose to this

[@Varni2Varanasi]

My dear you have saved me a bunch of money , buying Treads in store costs me roughly $1300 to $1500 dollars, for 30 stairs and installation another $2000, I am now confident to do a DIY, your knowledge sharing is highly appreciated, The only concern is how will the 40 inch length, Tread comes out for my steps, God bless you.!!

[@nicholasnguyen3517]

Thanks for sharing your idea. This will save us lots of $$$

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

You’re welcome

[@yoiteangelkira2]

Thank you for packing so many details in this video 💪

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

😀👍

[@marks9935]

If you heat the plank from the back only, you can get right up to the groove, or dato, that way you dont have to worry about damaging the wear layer and you can heat it up considerably faster. I personally do it without the dato because it makes for a stronger step, overall. Doing it that way takes a tad bit longer, but I like the integrity of the piece better.

[@yuliashmatkova6849]

Love it!

[@augustovelez4060]

Thanks for the video! , just wondering if this method also works for spc flooring!

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Yes

[@CocinandoconVeroICocinaconamor]

thank you so much, this video is really helpful our stair now looks beautifull

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Awesome

[@tjkasgl]

Thank you! Something I didn't hear mentioned in this episode: remove the rubber backing from the LVP. It looked like it was off that very last, thin plank

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Oh, that plank just did not come with a pad on it, it is not necessary to remove the pad

[@tjkasgl]

@@FloorsbySouthernboys thank you!

[@aaronhill1229]

Great video curious if you can show how to do that wrap around. I have a similar situation and this could be my solution.

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

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[@Kincaid2576]

This was so very helpful!

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

That’s great

[@Kincaid2576]

I just got a deal on a router for prime day. I can’t thank you enough for sharing this with such great attention to detail!

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

@@Kincaid2576 oh man that is awesome, good job

[@Fiddlingflynns]

Can you place a square nose piece over a rounded tread? Is it OK that you’re gluing it which doesn’t allow for expansion and contraction?

[@bhanodaypuram8621]

same question for me too, is it okay to glue a square nosing on a semi circular stair tread - stair nose?

[@shanelinehan4137]

V cutting the vinyl is compromising the top layer. Won’t it crack or split from abuse of traffic. Not saying it will separate and fall apart but the top layer will crack at the corner like cracked skin on a finger

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

It is now January 18, 2024 and I still have these pieces and they still look the exact same as they did when I first did them. No cracking or separating overtime.

[@geoffap0]

Very clean looking stair nose. I don’t love the look of most LVP stair nose that creates a lip over the landing. I’m going to try making additional cuts to see if I can make stair nose with a radius.

[@bhanodaypuram8621]

Did you try making a rounded nose?

[@geoffap0]

@@bhanodaypuram8621 Yes. I meant rounded by the term radius. My helper and I developed a system for forming rounded stair nose.

[@delltek102]

Loved your video. Can you recommend someone from queens, ny for stairs vinyl installation? Thanks!

[@georgebrooks1687]

Is vinyl plank durable enough to use outdoor?

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

No it won’t last with the rain and such

[@georgebrooks1687]

@@FloorsbySouthernboys what if I cover it with a poly or something?

[@rafaelaguilar5967]

great job!! How would you do now the sides of an open steps?

[@copus6608]

Rocking Roll great video!!!!

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

😀👍

[@SixtoFernandez-m6n]

hello there question!! How much to charge to install laminate flooring over steps??

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

I start at $150 per step

[@bhanodaypuram8621]

Can it be done with spc core lvp??

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

yes

[@waltergaleano9357]

How you do the corners ?

[@pearlperlitavenegas2023]

Can you do this process for Glue Down LV Plank On stairs?

[@Kindlyone777]

Can this be done with Pergo Laminate planks? Thank you

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

No, only vinyl

[@justinfett4291]

Can this be done with coretecs new green fuzz backing?

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

I have not seen it yet, but if it has only been the backing that changed then yes I am sure you can

[@mikelang9193]

Id love to see a video on how you made the nosing on the top step at 37:04

[@14768]

When you step on the front corner there isn't going to be any support and it will pull up the middle / back of the LVP wont it? Also I have never seen an LVP where when you cut the 45 for the return and butt them together you can still lock in to the long side and the short side. I am using Lifeproof LVP right now and the locks are different between the 2 sides.

[@phillamoore157]

Interesting…. I’m trying to find a solution to match the curve of the bullnose, as opposed to a squared look. I suppose the same rules apply, I would have to remove more material at the spot where the LVP would need to be bent. Good to know that this LVP can be manipulated like that. I guess the smart thing to do is to experiment on a scrap piece to learn the LVP’s tolerance to the heat.

[@ichiro1717]

Question: when you are heating the plank with your heat gun, are you using high or low heat? I have the same wagner heat gun and there are two settings.. just want to know which one is preferred. Thank you

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

High

[@kurtswinehart4540]

Thank you so much for posting, this is exactly what I needed to see. Do you have any videos where you show how to make the corner piece? Looks like a few 45 degree angles but a video would be super helpful. Thanks!

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

I sure don’t but you are correct a couple 45° cuts

[@jlgultra1]

I am assuming you cut after bending?

[@shawnmoore5621]

👍👍That's a great idea!!

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

😀👍

[@warrenbrown8670]

Will this technique work for stone plastic core, SPC vinyl plank?

[@DavidMartinez-kl7jz]

Great video ! Do you leave the padding or remove it when gluing the planks to the treads ?

[@walterhoward6000]

What about a rounded nose on tread?

[@SheIsTheOne47]

What about for a rounded nose?

[@jlgultra1]

What adhesive did you use?

[@bobmarshall9545]

What would be the procedure to bend LVP? It's so thin and has nothing to cut off.

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Heat slowly, and bend slowly

[@bobmarshall9545]

@@FloorsbySouthernboys What adhesive do you recommend to attach vinyl to vinyl plank flooring?

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

@@bobmarshall9545 I am doing things like in this video I use the gorilla brand super glue

[@stacenrob1977]

Great idea , are installer’s actually taking all this time and doing this on jobs ? It doesn’t seem cost effective,

[@markbrown7421]

I have been making these since the first time I was shipped overlap plastic yucky nosings. There is no going back now. Nice well laid out explanation my man.

[@summer-oh4ib]

Is it necessary to remove the underlayment (lvp)? That groove you made would it weaken the lvp ? Constant traffic on that stairs will crack that vinyl?

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

No it’s not necessary to remove the underlined. No it will not weaken the plank because when you bend it to a 90 and glue it just like I did it becomes A solid piece once again at the same thickness that it started out as. No it will not crack

[@garnhamr]

I wonder if it's possible to re-bevel dry back LVT with a router like that dewalt one you have?

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Probably not a thick enough wear layer

[@RegretXD]

What size groove bit did you use? Update: Hi, thank so so much for your video! It saved me so much money. I really appreciate it! My stairs turned out so beautiful! 🙏🏻

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

1/2”

[@KetterHomeImprovements]

Always a good idea to work on bit changes with the battery installed...lol Routers do a real good jub of removing materials..ie Flesh

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

😂👍

[@paga357]

What about using super glue accelerator?

[@jlgultra1]

What temperature is heat gun at ?

[@vincereyes3061]

Awesome job

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Thank you

[@adamgreen2645]

How did you make the other piece for the exposed stair?

[@franswi3026]

I buy CA or superglue on amazon with activator when I want instant set. Works great in an applicaiton like this. No need for the expensive brand names either.

[@aalkuhaly]

How did you make the corner piece for the outside corner? Mitre it and then glue it together?

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Yes sir

[@jayne9011]

@@FloorsbySouthernboys Can you expand on this technique further? Is there a video I can watch?

[@crs4555]

I also would love to see a video on an open ended step and how to finish off the outside edge. I'm trying to complete this week as my floor is scheduled for installation on Monday.

[@luisquinonez6167]

Try a 1" thick round stair nosing!!!! That is a fun challenge, also you can cool the plank very fast if you use a rag or sponge soaked with cold water on the out side of the plank so you dont wash the glue out before it dries completely..... good video keep up the good work....

[@ryanthomas7653]

Killer video man!

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Thank you

[@greenmanislife]

Thanks so much for taking the time to make this video. The finish keeps cracking on the bend, what am I doing wrong? My first V cut was close to the finish, like you showed, it cracked. Maybe I tried to "help" it bend too soon. My second V cut was a bit less close and it cracked, it would bend on it's own after a few minutes, I gently pushed on it with a piece of scrap wood. I'm using cali bamboo lvp. Any advice would be appreciated.

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Heat and patience

[@joeminifie281]

Brilliant. Thank-you.

[@fernandaguzman7777]

How can you sign up for the certification?

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Right here are the links for both organizations that I am certified in. CFI 👇 cfiinstallers.org/ NFIC 👇 nficnet.com/

[@paulkutz8020]

Good job 👍

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Thank you

[@fuguanghe4663]

Can we do it with laminate floor?

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

No only vinyl plank

[@trevordownes5210]

Great video thanks but please make your next one how to build a workbench

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

😂👍

[@davidjessee7701]

So would you just glue the tread down?

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Yes

[@HienNguyen-fb7gk]

Hi, Great video!!! Have you try to do the same with laminate flooring?

[@joyce7550]

thank you!!!

[@nellz8877]

Ok so i tried this and am on my tester piece. The first was great but not the following ones. I have vinyl flooring with cork backing as it cooled down completely i got a banana shape so I could not connect the next piece of flooring. When cooling i had it on my table saw. Its happened twice and i cant figure out why.

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

That’s exactly the product that I am using in this video, maybe you are not cutting enough of the back out and it is too much of a strain on it to bend and That’s for making banana shaped , Don’t forget it needs to be held in the bent position as it cools

[@MicahFunk]

If you heat the plank from the back would that cause the back vinyl to compress so that the front of the vinyl doesn't open up and show the white under the colored pattern?

[@galliogarcia]

How many hours all together with bending and installing all the planks would you guess it would take for 14 stairs?

[@xinwang9099]

I just finished building the handrail on my deck kzbin.infoUgkxfQ5_mgwq6PcudJvAH25t-I4D-3cTPz4z and used this great little router to clean up the top rail before the final sanding and stain. It was light weight but packed lots of power. Either size battery didn't seem to make it top heavy and I'm a 64 yr old women so I really appreciated how easy it was to use...................... CORDLESS only way to go !!

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Wonderful, I hope it helps

[@gustavocruz1104]

You are good making those corners pieces but my question is how will you make it work or put it together with the rest of the flooring.

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

I show how to connect them on the steps and that will work for you for everything, on the top stair you will have to install that first and start there on your upstairs install

[@reddawgrup1779]

Thanks for the time n effort in showing this. 👌👍 How thick was that thinner plank?

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

I can’t be sure, it was really down for a click together

[@jackiecrowe-talma2169]

I was thinking during the whole demo how much easier it would be for you if your jig was at table height🙂

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

yup

[@Nick-ih5em]

What do you guys charge a sq ft for installation. Curious as to see the difference from what we charge in Cali.

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Where I’m at The going rate is one dollar a square foot

[@mnjmh]

MN 2.50 sf to 3.00

[@Nick-ih5em]

@@mnjmh yeah our minimum is 3.50. A dollar a sq ft is waaaay cheap.

[@patrickbrady2401]

Great video, THANK YOU! Question: Do I need to use the V shaped router bit or can I use a straight U square bit?

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

You need to use the V-shaped half inch that way when you bend it 90° it completely closes the gap so you do not lose any structural integrity of the product

[@patrickbrady2401]

THANK YOU VERY VERY MUCH! HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!

[@lizeyu1857]

would this work on SPC core flooring? I have nucore performance 6.5mm SPC core

[@ryanbreckenridge2604]

Awesome video! My NuCore flooring has a cork underlayment. Should I be removing it before glueing down? What glue do you recommend?

[@ericrmccormick]

What brand flooring is this? Thank you.

[@sunjw35]

What's the thickness of vinyl plank you use in the video?

[@kylenelson4998]

Great video! Keep em coming!

[@FloorsbySouthernboys]

Thanks buddy