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Are Your Newels Made for Your Stair?

You have probably seen these 4091 newels hundreds of times – we have. They are factory made and … [Full story]

Can Red Oak look like White Oak?

Red Oak is generally more affordable than White Oak, prompting many to explore finishing techniques to achieve a similar look. … [Full story]

Getting the Most from Your Stair Dollar

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. Budget wisely: shape, style, and material. … [Full story]

Should painted balusters be installed at the same time as the stair?

If you are buying a stair with balusters in a contrasting material, such as painted balusters on an oak … [Full story]

Transforming Your Home by Installing a Hardwood Stair

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. … [Full story]

Will Designed Stairs provide nosing or should the flooring company provide nosing?

Nosing is required anywhere there is balustrade or newels.  Typically, nosing from a flooring company … [Full story]