FAQ - ComposiGrip™ Non-slip Stair Treads

Yes — you can install the ComposiGrip Non­­Slip Stair Tread product on wooden steps, but there are important conditions and considerations to ensure it’s done correctly and safely.

⚠️ Important conditions to check

Before proceeding, you’ll want to verify these:

Structural integrity of the wooden steps

The tread cover itself is not meant to carry the structural load of the step — it relies on the step underneath.

“Step Cover is not designed to bridge large voids or gaps. The load-bearing capacity of each Step Cover is dependent upon the load-bearing capacity of the step it is covering.”

If the wood step is rotten, warped, cracked, or has large gaps/voids, those must be repaired or replaced before installing the cover.

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If using stainless steel fasteners, paint or stain will not affect the installation of ComposiGrip Non-Slip Stair Treads. If you plan to use construction adhesive for the installation ensure the surface is clean, dry and level before installing. Lightly sanding the step and the back of the step cover can help create a stronger adhesion. Finish the installation with stainless steel fasteners.

We recommend a premium PL adhesive or equivalent high quality construction adhesive. Ensure to follow the adhesive manufacturer’s instructions carefully for best results.

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We recommend using tap con screws and pre-drilling your ComposiGrip Non-Slip Stair Tread before installing on concrete steps. For concrete installations you may choose to use a premium PL adhesive along with tap con screws.

A full guide for installing ComposiGrip Non-Slip Stair Treads on concrete steps can be found here.

The use of saddles clips are recommended for installation on steel grate steps. You will need to measure the distance between the steel grate to ensure you purchase the correct size of saddle clips, which can be purchased at your local hardware store.

A full guide for installing ComposiGrip Non-Slip Stair Treads on steel grate steps can be found here.

We recommend using self-tapping stainless steel #6 wood screws, which do not require pre-drilling. For non-self-tapping stainless steel wood screws, pre-drilling the ComposiGrip step cover is recommended.

Depending on the fasteners used in installation, pre-drilling may ne necessary. Self-tapping fasteners into wood steps do not require pre-drilling.

Using a plastic shovel for removing snow on exterior installations is recommended, as metal shovels may scratch the step cover. 

No! ComposiGrip’s non-slip stair treads are impervious to the effects of salt and other ice melting chemicals, providing a rigid non-slip grip all year long. 

Yes! The non-slip surface is safe for bare feet and pets to walk on. Some people’s feet may be more sensitive to the non-slip pattern so test you own sensitivity and walk accordingly.

ComposiGrip stair treads are available in the standard length of 48’’. If you require shorter lengths you may purchase custom cut stair covers here. Alternatively, ComposiGrip Non-Slip Stair Treads are easily cut to length using a circular saw with an abrasive cutting blade/diamond blade.

For lengths over 48’’ we recommend cutting and butting the step covers together to achieve your desired length.

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The nosing/overhang on the lip of the stair tread is approximately 1 ½”.