You’re happy with the two (or more) storeys in your home, but the thing that connects the dots is what gives you grief – your staircase. While often neglected by building developers (beyond the most basic function) the stairways are logically the most traveled spaces within the home and should therefore provide for greater aesthetic, function, feel, and enjoyment. Yes, a stairway can be an enjoyable space in the home. Of course, you understand this, as you have come online and searched “staircase renovation near me” and arrived here at Winnipeg MB’s top home renovation contractor. We’re happy to report that you’ve clicked/tapped on the right result. In addition to a wide variety of residential services, we are among the region’s preeminent staircase renovation companies. You can contact us at 204-201-3455 right away to schedule a FREE initial consultation, or read ahead first for more information.
Big Reasons to Renovate Your Home’s Staircase and Some Great Ideas to Consider
I. BENEFITS OF STAIRCASE RENOVATION
Greater Accessibility (and Safety)
Whether your household’s occupants include children, seniors (view more) or those with varying abilities, a staircase renovation can provide much needed accessibility upgrades. To make staircases more accessible, your renovation can focus on safety and ease of use by implementing non-slip surfaces, installing sturdy handrails, ensuring adequate lighting, increasing space around turns/bends, and considering options like stair-lifts or ramps. You may or may not require accessibility (and safety) upgrades today, but if you plan on living in your home for the long haul, you may as well start now so that you’re prepared well in advance. Further, while your own family members may not take you to claims court, accessibility and safety upgrades to a staircase can limit your liability regarding trips, slips, and falls that may occur with a visiting guest (in-laws included).
Increases Resale Value
Increases Homeowner / Occupant Satisfaction
ROI and increases in home value are great, but this should be your primary motivator to renovate a staircase. When introducing any of the concepts below, a newly finished stairway will dramatically increase enjoyment and satisfaction for occupants (and guests).
II. UPGRADES TO CONSIDER WITH YOUR STAIRCASE RENOVATION
Recessed Lighting in the Stairs
This not only factors in the accessibility and safety benefits discussed above, it adds a cool and classy aesthetic.
Stair-Surface Replacement, Refinishing, Overlays, and Tread Coverings
Replace bland stair surfaces with a more pleasing materials such as glass, tile, stone, steel, hardwood, or other contemporary material. Refinishing, overlays, and tread coverings such as laminate, rubber, sisal, bullnose carpet (et cetera.) can offer greater functionality (traction) and subsequently enhance visuals.
Install More Inspiring Handrails
Replace the existing handrail installation with something statement-making and customized to your tastes/preferences. As the homeowner, you will thoroughly enjoy combing through selections of materials, colors, constructs, and concepts presented to by staircase renovation companies near you. The right rails alter the entire look, feel, function, and flow of a home’s staircase.
Open Up a Staircase by Removing a Wall
This is the most dramatic of staircase renovation concepts, but one that can have the greatest impact on aesthetics and homeowner satisfaction. To safely and effectively remove a wall beside a staircase, your contractor will first determine if the wall is load-bearing and if so, a structural engineer will assess the situation and advise on proper support or reinforcement.
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