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September 30, 2024
Red Oak is generally more affordable than White Oak, prompting many to explore finishing techniques to achieve a similar look. At first glance, some Red Oak may resemble White Oak, but they have distinct differences. White Oak features a light brown hue, tighter grain, and greater density, while Red Oak has a red tint and […]
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January 14, 2021
Some things to consider
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May 5, 2015
If you are buying a stair with balusters in a contrasting material, such as painted balusters on an oak stair, questions will likely arise regarding the finishing of the stair. “Should my painter finish the balusters separately from the stair, then have the balusters installed when the stair is finished? Here are some things to […]
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November 9, 2012
Maple is popular wood for interior trim, flooring and stairs. Maple has natural beauty with a smooth surface due to its closed grain properties of the wood. The hardness of maple makes it a great choice for stairs and any place that gets a lot of abuse from heavy use. Maple is usually clear coated […]
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October 30, 2012
Finishing stair parts before installation is not recommended. The installation process involves cutting, fitting and sanding, which would result in touching up of finish, and a less than high quality end result. Additionally, gluing of various parts is done during installation, and glue should adhere to raw wood (not finish) for the best bond. Prefinishing […]
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October 25, 2012
The environmental conditions inside the house are critical to the quality of the stair. Hardwood lumber has been dried through a very controlled process to an industry standard moisture content of 6-8%. This matches the moisture content inside the average home and allows the wood to remain stable under normal conditions. In cold climtes, when […]
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December 30, 2011
We often get asked the question: “What parts of my stair should I paint and what should I stain?” When determining what to stain and what to paint, think about the overall feel you want in your space. The more parts you paint, it will be a lighter and airier feel. The more parts you […]
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