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The Advantages of Bamboo Stair Treads: Strength, Style, and Sustainability
Bamboo Stair Treads are a great alternative to traditional wood stairs. They are durable and can be installed easily. Before installing stair treads, sweep the stairs and remove any carpet runners or other flooring. Remove any staples or nails that are leftover from the previous flooring.
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Open staircases can be fitted with MOSO(r) Bamboo Solid Panel in Side Pressed Caramel. This creates a beautiful interplay of lines between the stair panels and balustrade.
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Stair Nosing
The stair nosing is the edge of the stair that extends beyond the tread and riser. It’s an important safety feature that adds to the look of your staircase. It also protects the exposed edges of your stairs from damage and general wear.
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Stair nosings are available in many different styles and materials. Wood is a classic and versatile option that can be stained to match your existing stairs or carpeted for a modern look. Aluminum is a more durable material that can withstand heavy foot traffic. Stair nosings are easy to install and can save you money on maintenance costs down the road.
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Pencil Round – The corners of this type of stair nose have rounded edges and no sharp points, making it safer for homes with children. It’s a popular choice for homeowners as it works well with both traditional and contemporary style homes. It’s also easy to clean and maintain. It also enhances step visibility, which can help prevent tripping and falls.
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Stair Tread
Caramel-coloured multilayer bamboo stair nosing make it easy to transform any staircase. These stair treads are suitable for both new construction and renovation. It is important to properly maintain these stair treads to preserve their durability. This can be done with regular cleaning and applying a protective product.
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Bamboo stair treads are ideal for open staircases. This is because the side-pressed caramel bamboo stair boards have a special look which blends perfectly into the design of an open staircase. This bamboo stair tread is also a perfect fit for staircases in combination with bamboo floors, balustrades and walls.
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Maple is an excellent choice for a wooden stair tread. Its rich brown colour gives a warm touch to the staircase and complements the lighter colours of oak or hickory. Maple is a durable species and, like hickory, can withstand heavy loads of traffic for decades. It is a good alternative to oak and hickory when it comes to price.
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Stair Risers
The stair riser is a part of the staircase that sets the height between one step and the next. A well designed stair should have a uniform riser height that matches the height of the other stringers (the framing members that hold up the stair).
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Variations in stair riser height can result in stairs that feel extremely shallow, causing you to take small steps with each foot or to shuffle up the stairs rather than climbing them. This is a major safety hazard and is not acceptable by building codes.
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Stair risers are typically made of wood but can also be constructed from masonry products, fiberglass and metal. Bamboo stair risers are becoming increasingly popular as people become more aware of the sustainable and green benefits of bamboo. They also look great!
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Stair Railing
The stair rail is one of the most important components of a staircase because it provides guidance and safety. It’s required by building codes to meet height, load and graspability requirements.
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Stair rails are also a great way to add design elements to your stairs. A simple wood handrail can complement almost any design style. Other materials, such as rope and iron, can be used to create unique and cool designs. This example from Square Feet Architects is a great example of how you can use rope to make a modern-looking staircase.
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After you submit your basic measurements and photos, a dedicated design consultant will work with you or your contractor to determine your exact specifications. They will take into consideration your desired look, application, expectations, budget, time frame, constraints, compliance and maintenance. Then they will create precise computer-aided design drawings at no extra cost to you. These will include a detailed cost estimate for your approval.