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GET YOUR DREAM STAIRCASE AT PLANET STAIRS
02 April 2015When designing or renovating your home you want the highest quality for the best price. And when it comes to staircases, you want to choose a style that reflects your own individuality and dream.
Staircases for the home come in a wide array of sizes and shapes. This makes it especially easy to design a staircase that fits perfectly within your home and budget. Whether you desire a staircase that is contemporary or traditional, Planet Stairs can help you design the staircase of your dreams.
Planning a Staircase
Before deciding on a particular staircase, there are a few factors to take into consideration. The layout of your plan highly depends on the function. Here are a few pointers to consider:
- Do you need more than one staircase?
- Will your staircase have a lot of traffic?
- Will the top of stairs have a lot of traffic?
- Who will use the staircase? Do you need specific handrails or wide steps?
- What rooms are close to the top of the stairs? Does the stairwell lead to a room or landing?
As well, if planning the perfect staircase seems overwhelming, Planet Stairs is more than happy to answer any questions or concerns. They can recommend the best shapes and styles best suited for your home. And with over 15 years of expertise in the field, the family owned business has a vast array of knowledge that can help you design the staircase of your dreams.
Types of Staircases
There are many types of staircase designs to fit the needs of your home. For instance, some staircases may have just one stringer or beam that supports the stairs. Other staircases have no risers or open risers which are the vertical portions between steps. Staircases also vary in shape such as straight, winder; return stair, “L” stair, spiral and circular.
Staircase Materials
Once you decide on the type of staircase you desire, you need to discuss the kind of material you favor most. And as many experts agree, wooden staircases are the preferred design. At Planet Stairs, timber staircases are their specialty. Not only is wood durable and lasting but a natural wooden staircase can instantly add a fresh new ambiance and modern feel. As well, wood staircases also blend in well with older homes.
Additionally, wooden staircases easily outlast other materials and will add value to your home. It will increase you property value plus make your home stand out from a flooded seller’s market.
Installation
When installing a staircase it is imperative that you adhere to local building codes. This is why it is not always recommended to install a staircase yourself. Additionally, a business that is experienced in the industry will have the expertise to insure that the staircase is installed correctly.
When it comes to planning the perfect staircase of your dreams, Planet Stairs has a variety of designs like traditional, contemporary, open, curved geometric and even custom designs. They also offer a wide range of quality timber for your staircase such as Victorian Ash, Tasmanian Oak, Spotted gum, Jarrah, Blackbutt and Mirboo. As well, they have a great selection of reasonably priced timber like pine, various hardwoods and medium-density fibreboard (MDF).
At Planet Stairs, you will also find a wide variety of balustrades and handrails to suit your needs. And when it comes to quality craftsmanship, Planet Stairs continues to deliver guaranteed service with competitive prices.
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