https://stream.echo6.co/videos/watch/a2f97f7c-0efd-4fb1-9212-e004398f6ca7 Building stairs doesn’t have to be slow or complicated — but it does have to be right. In this video, I’ll show you how I calculate, lay out, and cut stair stringers using PWT LVL instead of traditional 2x12s. We’ll go step-by-step through total rise, tread and riser adjustments, cutting techniques, and the best way to glue and nail everything so your stairs are strong, safe, and squeak-free for decades. This method saves time without sacrificing craftsmanship. Whether you’re a builder, DIYer, or just love learning how things are built right, this one’s for you. 👉 Subscribe for more real-world framing and building science videos. 📸 Follow on Instagram: @awesomeframers 💬 Drop your stair-building questions in the comments below. ISOtunes Bluetooth Hearing Protection - https://bit.ly/Timmy10 (10% off code: Timmy10) 0:00 Intro — Fast, Accurate, Squeak-Free 0:48 Finding Total Rise (Finish Floor to Finish Floor) 2:15 Dividing Rise and Run with the Calculator 4:40 Adjusting for Tread & Riser Material 7:00 Drawing the Layout & Avoiding Accumulated Error 9:30 Why I Use LVL Instead of 2x12s 11:45 Cutting Multiple Stringers at Once 13:20 Installing Risers & Treads with Adhesive 15:10 Nailing for Strength and Silence (TetraGrip Tips) 17:45 Pro Tricks to Eliminate Squeaks 20:00 Fast ≠ Sloppy — Craftsmanship Mindset 21:45 Wrap-Up & Why Stairs Deserve Extra Care Some of the links below are affiliate links. I may make a small commission off of them. 5% coupon code "NGDAWESOME" and the free freight on fastener orders over $1,000 with code "FREESHIPPING The tools I use and recommend https://acmetools.pxf.io/AwesomeFramers Nick's Boots + Awesome Framers boot The Wood Butcher https://rb.gy/x316yv Instagram www.instagram.com/awesomeframers/ website https://www.awesomeframers.com/blog https://www.tiktok.com/@awesomeframers Company https://pioneerbuildersonline.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/PioneerBuildersInc Click here for a discount on Hyspecs Safety Glasses www.iwearhyspecs.com/timmy10 Oh and another takeaway, if you use a drone for commercial work, you need to be part107 certified. Commercial work includes social media like YouTube if you plan to make an income off of that. I watched a video about this last May and then purchased the Part 107 Course https://sso.teachable.com/secure/245841/checkout/1320802/bundle-remote-pilot-plus-maneuvers?affcode=245841_0eauthdo&coupon_code=FRAMERS100 I studied and learned for 1 month and then took my test. I scored a 95%, which is a testament to how good Greg and the crew over there teach. That link will save you $100 off the course and support this channel. badgertoolbelts.com https://wavecel.com/ https://jackasssawhorse.com/ Spotify Playlist ?? https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1nieBWiaM6g6KCYWaYWBQf #building #construction #framing #huberpartner #ontheroadwithhew Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:00:48 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeerTube - https://stream.echo6.co https://stream.echo6.co/client/assets/images/icons/icon-512x512.png https://stream.echo6.co/videos/watch/a2f97f7c-0efd-4fb1-9212-e004398f6ca7 All rights reserved, unless otherwise specified in the terms specified at https://stream.echo6.co/about and potential licenses granted by each content's rightholder.