Nov
27
Making of timber stairs
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While making timber stairs it is important to first decide how many stairs are required to be constructed. After deciding the number of steps required the size of the treads and risers should be determined. This can be done by first determining the actual height of the stairs and the comfort and convenience of the user should be considered while deciding the height of the stairs. Before making the stairs the space required for the side railings should also be taken into consideration as the size of the steps would depend on the side railings.
The wooden planks for making the timber stairs should be first cut according to the determined size of the steps. After cutting out the steps, holes should be drilled in them to attach them to the concrete and also to attach the side railings. Finally, the wooden planks should be directly nailed into the concrete base in such a way that it has a strong hold and does not move while using.
Nov
26
Repairing squeaking stairs
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Squeaking stairs are often irritating and at times even very unsafe and tend to give rise to accident on the stairs. It is important that as soon as a squeak in the stairs is noticed, it should be fixed as soon as possible. There are many methods in which anyone can fix squeaking stairs. These methods are different for different materials and designs of stairs. Due to excessive and long periods of use the stairs may get worn out and start to making a squeaky noise as the planks may have become loose.
Stairs that have wooden planks attached tend to become squeaky faster than any other kinds of stairs, this is because the wooden planks come loose and they start to move making the noise. To stop the squeaky noise and repair the stairs some extra nails should be driven into the plank, this will make the grip of the plank much stronger and help keep the plank in place and cut down the squeaking sound.
Apr
22
Things to be taken care of while installing laminate flooring on stairs
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Laminate flooring on stairs is an excellent option when the entire home’s flooring is done with laminate. Laminate flooring on the stairs would be of great help in matching the interiors of the house. Using laminate flooring for stairs is a convenient option as numerous colors, textures and patterns are generally available which help in giving various looks and a wide choice of design options to the users. Laminate flooring for stairs is not only attractive but also durable in quality.
The laminate can be directly glued on the stair surface, this will give it a good and strong grip and the laminate will not come off. However, while using laminate flooring for stairs, safety should be ensured. This can be done by using a matt finish laminate surface instead of glossy or slippery finish. This will help avoid accidents in houses where there might be children or old age people.
Mar
19
Make most out of the stairs for smaller spaces
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Stairs would generally be quite inconvenient in small homes as they would take up extra space, however a smart use and efficient placement of the stairs can prove to be an added advantage to the home. The stairs in a small home should ideally be placed in a corner area so that least amount of space is occupied by the stairs. Another way to enhance the use of the stairs is to use the space below the stairs as a storage space in the form of a cupboard or a small closet. A new trend in staircase storage is by making drawers in the stair risers, these riser drawers can be used for storage of small things like shoes etc.
The stairs in a small home can also be in circular patterns which are known as spiral or curved stairs. These spiral or curved stairs are ideal for use in the home where the placement of the stairs is in the centre of the room.
Feb
10
Things to keep in mind while building outdoor stairs
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Outdoor stairs are subjected to heat, rain, snow, winds etc. Hence, outdoor stairs are generally made in materials that would be resistant to extreme weather conditions to ensure a long life for the stairs. An important aspect that should be considered while building outdoor stairs is that since they tend to get dusty and dirty very fast, the material and color used should be such that it is able to disguise the dust to keep it looking good.
The outdoor stairs that are used outside homes and buildings are generally made of stone or cement. These materials are quite durable and can stand the fury of weather. One more advantage of having a stone or cement staircase is that it would be fairly safe to use even when it is wet. The outdoor stairs can be narrow or broad depending on the kind of use that they are put to.