Red Oak Stain Colors Sample Pack

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A sample pack containing all 14 of our standard stain colors on Red Oak! - The price on this sample pack includes a coupon to apply the full purchase price of this sample towards a future order with us. Some restrictions apply - see coupon for details Since wood is a product of nature, each piece will take stain differently. This variation is normal and is what gives real wood the warmth and beauty not found in man-made products. We’ve included two different pieces of each color to show how the stain may vary from board to board. The pieces included may not show the full range but should give a general idea of what to expect from your new set of finished stair treads.
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Note: All real wood exotic species change color greatly over time and may vary in color significantly. Check out our blog post on ambering for more information »

Order a sample pack containing all 14 of our standard stain colors!

Our standard colors include:
  • Natural (Prefinished Clear) (A0/R0)
  • Greystone (A47)
  • Lowcountry Cordial (B21)
  • Lowcountry Toffee (B32)
  • Cherry (C26)
  • Anneal (C28)
  • Golden Oak (D25)
  • Ebony Clubhouse (D3)
  • Butterscotch (E33)
  • Gunstock (F29)
  • Grand Isle (F3)
  • Saddle (G50)
  • Smoke (H15)
  • Mohawk Gold (H28)
  • Dusk (H8)

Sometimes it's just best to see colors and finishes in your home's lighting conditions and to compare stain colors to flooring colors first-hand - this sample pack is the perfect way to do this! This sample pack includes two roughly 2" x 3" cuttings of Red Oak stained in our standard stock colors.

Each wood chip is a finished square of 3/8" thick Red Oak that is stained and finished in the same manner and using the same stains and finishes as our prefinished stair treads and risers. With a cutting of each sample board, you can see each color and compare it to you existing flooring!

Order this sample pack before you start your project to choose the proper color since many flooring manufacturer's color names may not exactly cross-over to our names.

Did you know you can see a list of stain colors online?
You can see a comparison of stain colors on our Stain Colors page.

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  1. Q:Are these finished with the same finish that will be on the stair treads as far as color and gloss?
    A:Yes - these samples pieces are cut from larger panels that are finished using the exact same staining and finishing techniques as any production order. The gloss level and coloring on these samples will be the same as a production order of stair treads and risers.
  2. Q:What is the staining and sealing process for your prefinished wood? (How many coats of sealer and stain?)
    A:Because of limited space here - we would like to refer you to the following link: http://www.stair-treads.com/diamond-coat-ii For a short answer, we use a five step process and all of our top coats contain Aluminum Oxide for the best possible wear. The samples in this pack are a great indicator of the actual finish and stain used for your new stair treads. A quick note of importance, some of our exotic species actually have one additional sealer/isolator coat applied because of the high oil content of the wood
  3. Q:I would like to use retro T&R to replace the existing stairs. Is my only option Oak? I have mahogany floors and wanted the grain/wood specie to match. Also, my first step has a right turnout.. Is there a retro riser and tread available?
    A:Nearly all our treads and risers are available in over 23 different species including Santos Mahogany. Some of the profiles may not be displayed online and if you'd like assistance with material quotes, please feel free to contact us with specifics on your project so we can help.
  4. Q:I ordered a sample pack and I'm getting ready to place a order for steps. What do I need to do inorder to apply the cost to my order? Thanks
    A:The sample packs should include a card with a code that you can enter during checkout that will automatically add the discount to you order - if you can't find the code on the coupon or have trouble applying the discount, please feel free to call us and we'll be happy to assist you over the phone.
  5. Q:How long does it take to receive these samples?
    A:We ship the samples the same, or next day that they are ordered. It takes 3-4 business days to arrive, depending on your location.
  6. Q:I have bruce wood hardwood engineered floors in the gunstock finish. I want to match the stairs to that new flooring. Can I send you a piece of the wood flooring to have you choose the matching gunstock to the floor I already have?
    A:Bruce has several different products that use the same stain names as our products - in our experience, these flooring lines are not all the same color, however (i.e. Bruce's Dundee Plank, Gunstock and Bruce's Natural Reflections, Gunstock are two completely different colors). Our stains may crossover to several of Bruce's colors but the only way to be certain is to compare our stain colors with your particular hardwood flooring. Other flooring brands use similar names as well and our colors match many of these brands. We strongly encourage you to verify the colors first-hand before placing an order because all colors do vary slightly from run-lot to run-lot on the flooring as well as our treads. We do have a small charge for all our samples to help us cover the shipping costs but we include a coupon with every sample pack to refund those costs and encourage you to confirm the stain color before ordering. We do offer a custom color match program but there are additional costs and set-up fees associated with this program - if you would like to explore this option, please contact us (http://www.stair-treads.com/contacts/ ) directly with your requirements.
  7. Q:I did not see any instructions on how to finish the landing. What do you suggest?
    A:We suggest that you install a landing tread and then 3/4" flooring behind it. Visit this page for pictures and details on installing landings in the staircase: http://www.stair-treads.com/resources/staircase-landings.html
  8. Q:Isn't the landing tread going to make the landing 1/4" higher than the rest of the treads if the retrotreads are 1/2" thick? Also is there options for the "butterscotch " stain to be viewed on different wood samples beside the red oak? I am trying to match some cabinets that are called butterscotch but the type of wood they are constructed from eludes me. This looks like a great product. I have always wondered how I could convert my stairs from carpet to wood and still meet code without having to totally rebuild the stringers. Thanks
    A:Both our landing tread and our retro treads are 3/4" thick along the body of each profile. We can make a thinner tread (1/2") but only by special order. In our experience, the thinner treads are prone to warping and cupping. We can apply the same stain color to other species such as Maple, Birch, or Poplar. We also have a custom stain program available for an additional cost. If you would like, take a couple of photographs or your cabinets and e-mail them to us. We can usually offer some suggestions based on photos.
  9. Q:Need to match Home Legend Maple Saddle. http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1vZ1xj1/R-100671303/h_d2/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053 Doesn't need to be hand scrapped.
    A:I would start with a sample pack. If nothing in the sample pack matches, you can still use the coupon, and we can try another option to get the treads to match whatever you are comparing the treads to!
  10. Q:What is your guarantee on the finish on the retro treads (how many years) and can they be refinished?
    A:We do not have a guarantee on the finish of the treads, because the treatment of the treads determines how long they last. If you keep them clean the life span is about 25-30 years (or longer). We do have a warranty of the actual structure of the treads. http://www.stair-treads.com/warranty The treads can be refinished many times, since they are solid wood, 3/4" or 1" thick!
  11. Q:After the top stair tread, I am installing carpet. How does the carpet fit snug to the tread?
    A:The last step, that transitions into carpet, you will want to install a landing tread. This piece is 5 1/4" wide and has a groove in the back. The carpet will fit into the groove perfectly. You can see the landing treads at the link below. Landing Treads: http://www.stair-treads.com/moulding-and-accessories/5-1-4-landing-tread.html
  12. Q:DO YOU CARRY BRAZILLIAN CHERRY STAIR TREADS
    A:Yes, we do. You can filter the wood species to narrow the selection to only Brazilian Cherry by using the navigation bar on the left of our online catalog pages. Here are two short links that will take you directly to the Brazilian Cherry products: Brazilian Cherry Retro Treads: http://www.stair-treads.com/url/7b Standard Brazilian Cherry Treads: http://www.stair-treads.com/url/6b We also offer risers, moulding, and stair parts in Brazilian Cherry. If you have any trouble finding a product, please don't hesitate to let us know and we'll be happy to help. You can also send us a list of parts and sizes and we'll be happy to create a quote based on your particular needs.
  13. Q:Do you have examples of your stairs with carpet inset down middle of stair or slip/skid carpet piece for us older folks? I'm ordering sample kit but you guys may have some ideas I haven't considered. Thanks! Art
    A:We do not have examples of the treads with carpet down the center. You can install carpet on top of the full wood tread, or cut the tread and have 2 separate pieces and then carpet in the center.
  14. Q:You said we would receive a coupon that would apply the cost of the sample pack to an order. What are the restrictions to applying the coupon to our order? For example, is there a minimum dollar amount to our order for us to be able to deduct the cost of the sample pack?
    A:The only restriction to apply the coupon cost towards a future order is the order must be equal to or grater than $300 before any shipping costs or discounts. The coupons also have an expiration date which is typically the end of the calendar year but never less than 3 months.
  15. Q:I would like to have the Brazilian Cherry retro treads stained, but it looks like you only offer that for the Red Oak?
    A:We do have Brazilian Cherry, but we do not normally apply stain to this species, just the aluminum oxide top coat (clear). If you are looking for a more custom product, please call or email sales@stair-treads.com
  16. Q:Can I custom order stair-tread with rounded edges with a specific radius?
    A:Yes, first see our starting steps for the rounded edge: http://www.stair-treads.com/moulding-and-accessories/starting-steps.html And if you need a starting step with different dimensions, contact our sales team with your requirements and they can provide pricing and availability based on your requirements.
  17. Q:Can I order a boxed end tread with one end mitered at 45 degrees turn of approx. 10 inches?
    A:For custom products please send in a drawing with the dimensions to sales@stair-treads.com, we can get a quote put together with the cost of custom products.
  18. Q:I have one step that is 14" deep which with a Retro Riser would put it out to almost 15" deep. Can I get that one tread at a special depth or is there a work around?
    A:We can quote custom dimension treads. Please contact us at 1-866-429-979. We will need a photo or drawing and dimensions of the custom step.

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  19. Q:Do you offer sample for the Maple stain colors? I am looking at the Sullivan Island color. Or is their a similar stain color in the red oak stain color package?
    A:Yes - we do have a sample pack with the maple stain colors. See this link: https://www.stair-treads.com/white-hard-maple-stain-color-sample-pack.html
  20. Q:How long after ordering does it take to get the treads?
    A:We stock most Red and White oak traditional treads up to 96" and can fill most orders of standard colors in under 2 weeks. Some species and profiles (particularly return treads and longer lengths) take longer. All our products are manufactured to order on a first-come first-served basis so the lead time can fluctuate significantly in times on heavy volume. We estimate the expected ship date conservatively on each product's page near the top: If ordered today, this should ship on or before: mm/dd/yyyy Once the order is placed, we email an estimated ship date range as well based on current volume. It's always best to order well in advance to maintain your schedule. If you need a product quicker than is estimated online or need to hold an order from shipping, contact us ( https://www.stair-treads.com/contact/ ) with your order number and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
  21. Q:I would like to match a stair tread to the autumn birch color of the Home Legend engineered floor. Can I send a sample of the floor?
    A:This color will most likely need to utilize our custom stain program: https://www.stair-treads.com/color-matched-stairs Please call our office at (866) 429-0979 to start the custom stain program. Alternatively, we would recommend ordering a stain sample pack to see if any of our stock colors will be a close enough blend without using the custom stain program: https://www.stair-treads.com/red-oak-stain-colors-sample-pack.html
  22. Q:Can stair treads with prefinished stain such as Saddle be sanded and restained a different color down the line if need be?
    A:Yes, since our treads are solid wood, they can be sanded and refinished down the road should you decide you want to change colors, etc
  23. Q:I have a landing half way up my stairs, making a right turn. Do you offer a landing piece to match your retro treads? Thanks
    A:The landing panels are designed to fill the landing area: https://www.stair-treads.com/moulding-and-accessories/landing-panel-system/red-oak-tongue-and-groove-panels-for-staircase-landings.html And along the edge, you'll need a landing tread in the matching color: https://www.stair-treads.com/moulding-and-accessories/5-1-4-landing-tread.html?wood_species=68
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