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Originally Posted by Slipknot
start with a good foundation, the framing can't be done by a hacker. any flex in the framing, will compound it but I agree, tight joints and plenty of glue to do the work. I like PL Premium, but nailed well because that stuff expands.
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Slip...unfortunately the subcontracted framers, who build the rough stairs, make my job more difficult because of the errors they make. Before the house is drywalled I go and check the rough stair framing.
It's not unusual for me to have to remove them entirely, and reframe them correctly. We have tried getting the framer to correct them, but they usually hack them a second time. I have no interest in teaching, especially to those who speak no English.
Beyond that, there are some techniques I have developed over the years (hundreds of stairways) that strengthen the entire staircase and do prevent squeaks.
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