Stairs not only take you to the next floors of your home, but they also express so much about your style. So, are you ready to create a perfect conversation starter now?
In today’s post, learn the different types of steel stairs we thought you’d love in your home.
Straight Stairs
If you are looking for a minimalist design, then consider the sleek look of straight stairs. Straight stairs with a vertical height less than 12 ft. requires no landing. Conversely, straight stairs with a height of 12 feet and higher, will require a landing to break up the span. This is one of the downsides of straight stairs as an added landing will require more space. That is why high straight stairs are mostly used in huge commercial buildings.
Quarter Turn Stairs
Also called L stairs, quarter turn stairs is a variation of straight stairs. You can locate this type of stairs in a corner of your room and are much safer as they have a central landing. The only drawback of L stairs is its landing requires support and needs careful engineering. This part is crucial especially if you want the support to be invisible. However, if you love a more modern look, you can reveal the slim support of the stainless steel.
U Shaped Stairs
Also called half-turn stairs, this type of stairs has a landing that separates the two flights which offer a good resting point. Although U- shaped stairs are interesting, it is one of the difficult stairs to build, too.
Winder Stairs
Winder stairs are also good for small floor plans as they take the place of the landing thus saving space. One of its drawbacks is they require additional center support and adding handrails to this type of stair type is a bit challenging.
Spiral Stairs
This attractive type of stairs is a perfect saver if space matters to you. Also, spiral stairs are not costly to build since the centre pole and landing also serves its structural support. However, this type of stairs is not easy to navigate therefore not safe for kids and the elderly.
Curved Stairs
Because of its curved structure, curved stairs are the most difficult and the most expensive type of stairs to build. However, these elegant stairs are easy to navigate and are safer.
When it comes to adding detail to your home, you can always have an attractive staircase as your living room’s focal point. Today, steel staircases are durable, less costly, and require low maintenance. Now, are you ready to have fabricated steel stairs with the style of your choice and the details you love?
The experts of Scarboro Steel Works are masters of steel fabrication and can design and build custom steel stairs based on your specifications and preferences. Give us a call now.