Cut pvc trim boards to wrap around stoop using circular saw.
Covering old concrete steps with wood.
Wood over concrete tends to suffer from moisture issues cupping warping etc so to do it properly i would recommend replacing the concrete steps rather than covering them.
So we decided to abandon that idea.
How to cover concrete steps with wood step 1.
I had purchased tapcon concrete screws just in case the nail gun didn t work out but i didn t realize that those required a hammerdrill which i didn t have.
Counterbore holes in pvc trim with inch diameter spade bit.
When i was thinking through the details for our farmhouse front porch makeover i.
To begin this project we purchased a couple of 4 step stair stringers to put on the outside of the old.
Diy concrete steps covered with wood rather than paint unappealing concrete steps why not cover them with wood.
Covering an existing concrete porch with wood part 1.
Apply foam adhesive to back of trim.
Try this method to beautify the entrance to your home.
Whatever your reasons adding a wood floor to your concrete porch is a fairly simple operation.
Run bead of hot melt glue across miter joints and press trim board against stoop.
Measure the width and the depth of the concrete steps.
Get the tutorial at farmhouse on boone.
So i might need to.
Examine the concrete steps to ensure they are not too decayed.
Drill holes through each counterbore.
If the concrete steps are in disrepair the wood.
Cut out a piece of plywood that can cover the length and width of.
It is also a good way to cover up peeling paint slight chipping and discolored concrete.
You can even create a grander entrance for your home by making them wider.
How to cover concrete steps with wood covering concrete steps with wood.
Covering a concrete porch with wood provides a warmer cozier feel.