How can I reattach this after it fell off right after moving in?
Asked by Ricardo Vasquez 
2 months ago
Last Updated: September 20, 2024
This fell off pretty soon after I moved in. Any tips on how to put it back on?
Either use construction adhesive or brad nails
Opt for PL 300 or a higher grade
Yes, exactly that. And remember to clean and lightly sand both surfaces before sticking them together.
Should I try to scrape off the leftover glue if I can?
Absolutely. The glue works best when the surfaces are flat against each other.
Apply PL and add some pressure for a couple of hours as it sets
Do you know what PL stands for?
You definitely don’t want that construction adhesive on your hands.
Isn’t associated with the professional series?
Airplane fastener
Seems like they simply attached it with glue
Can you explain what PL is?
Adhesive solution
They overlooked installing the track in .PL and using brad nails.
Make sure it is fastened to the SUBFLOOR, not the floating flooring.
It seems like they glued it to the flooring, which won’t effectively secure the stair nose since the flooring itself isn’t glued down. The flooring should slide beneath the stair nose, while the stair nose itself should be firmly connected to the underlayment. The stair nose is responsible for keeping the edge of the floating flooring secure, not the other way around.
Disregard it and opt for a metal stair nose that can be nailed down securely to avoid any accidents.
I understand metal stair noses may not be the most aesthetically pleasing, but picture yourself carrying a baby down the stairs and having it break unexpectedly once more.
If glue doesn’t work, you’ll need to nail it down.