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Ipe stairs

helgromite
12 years ago

On a set of deck stairs, I'm using 3/4" thick ipe for the treads and risers. Do you butt the riser tightly under the front of the tread above or do you leave a space? A snug riser would seem more sturdy, but I'm concerned about buckling caused by expansion from weathering. Thanks for any feedback.