Carpenter measuring a newly installed dark Red Oak stair tread during a custom stair remodel in a Cypress TX home with white risers and polished tile flooring.
Custom Stair Remodel in Cypress, TX 77429
Complete stair remodel in Cypress, TX 77429: carpet and old treads removed, custom framing built on site for a wrap-around starter step, solid Red Oak treads cut and glued down (no surface nails), maple risers finished white, handrail stained Black Coffee to match the treads, stain fully cured, then a glossy protective topcoat applied for durability and sheen.
Close-up of Black Coffee stained Red Oak treads and white maple risers wrapping a column at the base of a staircase remodel in Cypress TX, with a speed square on the bottom step
Stair remodel in progress in Cypress TX with carpet removed, exposed plywood sub-treads, and a carpenter fitting materials along the existing white baluster railing.
Detail of custom mitered Red Oak starter tread stained Black Coffee with white maple risers wrapping a beige column during a Cypress TX stair rebuild.
On-site custom framing for a curved wrap-around starter step with white-painted riser base and carpentry tools on unfinished plywood treads in a Cypress TX stair remodel.
Structural lumber framing for a custom bottom stair platform built around a square column before Red Oak tread installation in a Cypress TX home.
Unfinished solid Red Oak tread dry-fit on a custom wrap-around starter step with tight cuts around a drywall column during a Cypress TX staircase remodel.
Finished Black Coffee Red Oak stair treads with glossy topcoat, white maple risers, and matching stained handrail on white balusters in a Cypress TX living area.
Low-angle view of completed dark stained Red Oak treads and white risers on a custom starter landing above polished tile flooring in a Cypress TX stair remodel.
Close detail of precision-cut Black Coffee Red Oak treads, white maple risers, and white baseboard trim where stairs wrap a structural column in Cypress TX.
Full straight-run staircase after remodel in Cypress TX with Black Coffee stained Red Oak treads, white maple risers, glossy handrail, and white spindles between beige walls.
About this project
This Cypress home needed a full staircase upgrade — not just new treads on top of old carpet, but a proper rebuild from the framing up. The stairs sit in an open two-story entry with square columns on both sides, so the bottom step had to be custom-built on site to wrap cleanly around the column and follow the wall line. That starter landing is one of the harder parts of stair work, and the photos show the framing, blocking, and miter cuts that went into getting those angles right before any finish wood went down.
Every tread is solid Red Oak, stained Black Coffee so the grain still reads through the dark color. The risers are maple, painted crisp white for a clean contrast against the dark steps. The existing white balusters were kept in place, and the handrail was refinished in the same Black Coffee stain as the treads so the whole run matches. Treads were glued down with precision-fit cuts — no nail holes on the walking surface — and after the stain dried completely, a glossy topcoat went on to protect the finish from daily foot traffic and give the wood that reflective look you can see in the completed photos.
For homeowners in the Houston area, especially Cypress and nearby neighborhoods, this kind of stair remodel makes a real difference in how the entry feels. Dark treads with white risers hold up well visually, the solid wood feels substantial underfoot, and the glossy finish is easier to wipe down than old carpet ever was. The finished staircase ties into the existing tile floor, chair rail trim, and neutral wall color without looking like an add-on — it reads like it belongs in the house.
We had carpet on our stairs for years and they always looked tired no matter how much we cleaned them. Robert and his crew tore everything out and basically rebuilt the bottom section so the first step wraps around our column the way it should. The dark oak treads with the white risers changed the whole look of our entry — and I love that you can actually see the wood grain through the stain. No squeaky nails on the treads either; everything was glued down tight. What really impressed my husband and me was that Robert refused to use caulking. He said if the cuts are right, you shouldn't need it — and he was right. Every joint is tight and clean, and nothing looks patched or filled in. They were careful about letting the stain dry before putting the glossy coat on, and you can tell when you walk on them. If you need stair work done in Cypress, these guys know what they're doing. Worth every penny.
Amber F.
- Removed existing carpet and old stair tread materials down to the substructure
- Built custom on-site framing for a wrap-around starter step around a square column
- Installed solid Red Oak stair treads with precision miter cuts at corners and wall lines
- Installed white maple wood risers for a high-contrast tread-and-riser look
- Glued treads in place with no visible surface nails on the walking surface
- Stained all Red Oak treads in Black Coffee and allowed stain to fully dry before top-coating
- Refinished the handrail in matching Black Coffee stain
- Applied a glossy protective topcoat over stained treads and handrail for wear resistance and sheen
- Fit treads tight to existing white balusters, baseboards, and wall trim
- Cleaned and finished the stair base where it meets the existing large-format tile flooring
