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Glass looks fantastic for treads and can either
be laminated glass or acrylic, both do however
need to be looked after and treated properly
compromise as they offer quality and at a Marble or Granite give that feeling of utmost as they will scratch.
reasonable cost. quality and style and make great stair treads. Balustrades to complement the staircase
Another factor to consider is the choice of There is a huge choice of colours and types are as important as the stairs! Stainless steel
material. Wood is still the most popular choice that are suitable. They can either be individual is the material of choice for contemporary
of material for the treads. These can be either treads constructed in two layers for wall designs due to its quality, high strength and
solid, veneer or even laminate. For heavily used mounted or supported on a steel spine. Soft flexibility. Glass is even more stylish – it will
stairs it may be worth investing in more stone such as limestone will need a very solid provide a completely see-through look.
expensive hardwoods such as ash, beech or construction for support such as concrete or There’s no rule however, that prevents mixing
oak. These are all light coloured woods, which steel as any movement will cause them to and matching materials.
blend in easily with both contemporary and crack. Lightweight steel structures are often All in all there are many choices available
traditional decors. used to support timber or glass treads. as well as the more tradtional staircase.
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