Stair Tread Adhesives

For decades we have been selling top-of-the-line adhesives for stair treads made by reputable brands in the industry. Whether you are using rubber stair treads, vinyl stair treads, stairwell landing tiles, grit tape, or entrance mats, we have the best adhesives for stair treads for your project.

The affordable adhesives for stair treads in our selection are designed to provide a strong, long-lasting bond on common types of flooring. They spread easily, resist moisture, and help keep treads and strips firmly in place in high-traffic areas.

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Whether you are installing new treads or replacing worn material, choosing the right adhesive for stair treads makes all the difference. Stair treads will benefit from moisture resistance, durability, and temperature change resistance. Choose the right adhesive for your application:

  • For rubber and vinyl stair treads, use high-tack, flexible adhesives for a secure hold.
  • For landing tiles and mats, apply durable pressure-sensitive or wet-set options.
  • Grit strips adhesive is a fast-grab adhesive that will help prevent edge lift.
  • Mounting tape is great for quick installation.

We offer tile adhesives for stair treads, such as the 320 Carpet Tile Adhesive and the Fluff-Cord Tile Adhesive. We also offer the GSA3 Grit Strip Adhesive which is recommended as a sealer and for use where grit strip is applied to wood, concrete, and other porous surfaces. It is available in quarts or pints. A single coat of one quart covers approximately 50 square feet of grit strip.

Stair Tread Mounting Installation Tape is another solid option. It comes in 4 inch wide rolls of 164 feet. With no drying time or cleanup, mounting tape is a super convenient choice. We recommend applying two strips of tape per tread. One strip would be applied on the nose and the other on the back.

Before you apply any adhesive for stair treads, make sure the surface is dry, dust-free, and free of oils or old residue. If you are working on painted or sealed surfaces, we can recommend the best way to scuff-sand and prime for better grip. We will also advise on temperature and humidity ranges so your adhesive cures properly and your treads stay secure.

Need help selecting the best product? Share your tread type, subfloor, and site conditions, and we will point you to the right adhesive and coverage rate for the job. When you reach out to us, you will receive product instructions, safety guidelines, and recommended wait times before foot traffic. From the first step to the final cure, we are here to help you install stair treads that look fantastic and hold strong for the long term.

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Do you have questions about adhesives for stair treads? Send us a quick message with a photo of your stairs and the material you are bonding to. We will confirm whether a pressure-sensitive adhesive, construction adhesive, or epoxy is the best match, and we will let you know what tools you will need for a clean installation.

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  1. RCM525 Pressure Sensitive Adhesive

    Excelsior PS-525 Modified Pressure Sensitive adhesive is an acrylic adhesive that can be used as a wet-set, tacky-wet, or dry-set pressure sensitive adhesive for the permanent installation of dimensionally stable Resilient flooring products over porous and non-porous substrates in indoor applications; it is a low odor, non-flammable, solvent-free and ready to use product. We are recommending the 1/16” X 1/16” X 1/16” square notch trowel which yields 150 square foot/gallon coverage; the resulting installation will end up with a non-releasable firm-set adhesive bond.

    Access Times:
    Heat Welding ≥ 24 Hours
    Light Foot Traffic ≥ 24 Hours
    Heavy Foot Traffic and Rolling Loads ≥ 48 Hours
    Maintenance ≥ 72 Hours

    1 Gallon covers approximately 150 square feet.

    RCM525-
    As low as $88.00
  2. 300 Series Stair Tread Adhesive

    A non-solvent based alternative to install rubber and vinyl stair treads and cove risers to concrete, wood, terrazzo, metal or marble. One gallon covers 75 lineal feet of stair treads (brush on back of tread and step). Ready to use in 1 quart, 1 gallon and 4 gallon containers.

    Adhesive information

    300ADH
    As low as $37.74
  3. Stair Tread Mounting Installation Tape

    STAIR TREAD MOUNTING TAPE

    Speeds installation of vinyl stair treads without the mess! Tape is sold in 4" wide rolls of 164 feet.

    We recommend two strips of tape per tread. One on the nose and one at the back. As an example for the 36" tread you would need 72" or 6' of tape.

     

    AT327
    $98.32
  4. 560 Series Rubber Flooring Adhesive

    For installing Rubber Floor Tiles or Rolls over suitable on-grade dry concrete floors, suspended concrete floors, or suspended wood floors. May also be used with sanded back molded rubber stair treads. Not recommended where excessive moisture exists; Non-Carcinogenic; Non-Toxic; safe for the environment and freeze thaw stable. See label for complete instructions. Ready to trowel in 1 gallon or 4 gallon cans. Covers 150 square feet per gallon.

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    560
    As low as $65.79
  5. GSA3 Grit Strip Adhesive

    Use adhesive where Grit Strip is applied to porous surfaces such as wood or concrete. Grit Strip adhesive is recommended as a sealer; will give a better, longer lasting bond. Recommended application temperature is 60 degrees and above. One quart covers approximately 50 square feet (single coat) of Grit Strip; available in quart and pint units.

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    GSA3
    As low as $20.80
  6. Fluff-Cord Tile Adhesive

    Adhesive specifically designed for the TT-12 Fluff Cord Tile.

    1 gallon covers approximately 100 square feet

    Adhesive information

    TT390
    As low as $96.55
  7. 320 Carpet Tile Adhesive

    320 CARPET TILE ADHESVIE

    A special latex emulsion pressure sensitive adhesive formulated for installation of modular carpet tiles or carpet matting. Adhesive is non-flammable, water resistant and has excellent resistance to vinyl plasticizer migration. Adhesive remains tacky for an extended period - allows tile to be picked up and replaced without affecting adhesive. Remove tiles from floor more easily than with conventional adhesives, simplifying reinstallation of tile sections or a complete area.

    Covers 200 to 300 square feet per gallon
    Sold in 1 or 4 Gallon Pails

    320ADH
    As low as $98.00
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