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FLIGHT Installation

Whether you're hiring Viewrail's Certified Installers or tackling the project yourself, here’s your guide to installing your floating stairs.

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Installation Made Easy

We’ve made it easy to assemble custom floating stairs without requiring specialized trades or extended timelines. From custom-fabricated materials to step-by-step instructions, we give you everything you need to install your FLIGHT system yourself.

Custom Instructions

You’ll receive a detailed, step-by-step manual tailored to your specific installation.

Small Crew Size

We recommend two to three people for most installations.

Shorter Timeline

Most systems can be installed in one to five days with the right crew.

Before You Install

Prep the Site
Make sure your subfloor and blocking are prepared for your system.

Receive Delivery
Your FLIGHT system will arrive at the job site in a few different boxes, numbered to match your 2D drawing so you can lay out all of your components prior to installation.

Gather Your Tools
We’ll provide certain tools, such as a torque wrench, sockets, and bits. Other tools you may need to supply yourself are:

  • Drill/Hammer Drill
  • Impact Driver/Socket Wrench
  • Level
  • T-Square
  • Wood Drill Bits
  • Wood Glue
  • Silicone Sealan

Installing Your FLIGHT Floating Stairs

A FLIGHT Mono Installation in 8 Steps

Every FLIGHT System is unique, and installation will look different depending on what system and configuration you purchase. To give you an idea, here are some of the basic steps involved in putting up a straight FLIGHT Mono staircase:

1. Prep the Stringer

Secure the attachment plate on each end of the stringer. When tightening and torquing be sure to follow the sequence shown in the written installation instructions.

2. Mark the Header Position

Using the measurements from your provided drawing, mark the position on the header where the header plate will be mounted.

3. Raise the Stringer into Position

With the help of a couple people or a come-along winch, carefully raise the stringer into position and align the header marks. Once the marks are lined up, use a lag bolt to temporarily hold the stringer in place.

4. Install the Tread Brackets

Install all tread brackets. Because of low clearance the bottom tread has its own attachment method, shown in your instructions.

5. Ensure the Stringer is Level

Install a tread near the top and the bottom. Ensure the treads are level, and that any space between the treads and wall are consistent. If the treads aren’t level, shim the stringer until level is achieved.

6. Secure the Stringer

Once the treads are level and the stringer is properly aligned, add a second lag bolt to the header plate and begin populating all header and footer plate holes. Then install cover plates.

7. Secure the Remaining Treads

Use the supplied fasteners to install the rest of the treads.

8. Install Tread Bracket Covers

Place magnets on the pre-installed magnet screws, then run a bead of silicone around the treads and put them in place.

Installation Complete

You've completed your FLIGHT system. Now what?

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Get Maintenance Tips
If you use cable railing, you’ll get a stainless steel cleaner with your installation kit. Using a small amount on a microfiber cloth will keep it looking polished. If you’re using glass railing, check out our glass railing maintenance and safety page.

View Full Instructions
Want the full instructions for this staircase? See them here.

Get More Resources:
Head to our Resources page for installation guides, visualizers, FAQs, and more.