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6 articles tagged with “Stair Remodeling”
July 2, 2026
You have probably seen these 4091 newels hundreds of times – we have. They are factory made and available a few lengths and few features. This picture shows the short comings of using an off-the-shelf newel like the 4091 as shown. The installer of this stair likely started with a pile of parts and then proceeded […]
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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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September 6, 2022
Nosing is required anywhere there is balustrade or newels. Typically, nosing from a flooring company has a shorter overhang and does not have the space for trim under it. Typical floor nosing overhangs 1-1/4”, whereas Designed Stairs nosing overhangs 1-3/4” to allow for trim under the nosing. This includes apron and cove. Designed Stairs provides […]
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January 14, 2021
Some things to consider
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November 14, 2019
Part 1 of 4 — Overview Milled stairs may cost from $2,000 for a hardwood stair with wall rails, to $200,000 on the high end. Most of us are shopping in the $5,000–20,000 range. When designing your stair and railing plan, there are three basic factors to keep in mind in order to use your […]
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March 27, 2015
We get many calls where people no longer want carpet on their stairs and want to upgrade to a custom hardwood stair. What most people don’t realize is that stairs are a structural item. Stairs don’t come out easily. Replacing a stair is a real remodeling project and not just a decorating project. A first […]
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