FOR THE LOVE OF DESIGN
WOODlife offers a wide range of stair covering solutions. All stair components can be matched to any of our flooring collections,
allowing you to create a seamless transition from one floor level to the next. Please have a look at some of our stair options below.
Besides these standardized options, we regularly co-design entire stair cases.
CLOSED STAIRS
Unlike most flooring manufacturers, who supply separate stair nosings to be fitted to standard floorboards on site, we prefer to supply complete, factory-assembled stair treads.By bonding the nosing to the tread under controlled factory conditions, we are able to achieve a far more refined finish, free from visible joints, bevels or height differences between the nosing and the tread. Risers are supplied separately and are connected to the treads during installation.
NOSING OPTIONS
1. WATERFALL TREADS
Our Waterfall Tread is the most popular option, offering a clean, contemporary appearance. Also available as a Z-shaped tread.
2. BULLNOSE TREADS
Bullnose Treads create a more traditional and timeless look, with a softly rounded front edge.
3. OVERLAY NOSE TREADS
Overlay Nose Treads create a more robust appearance by giving the impression of a thicker, more substantial tread.
As illustrated in the sketches on the right, all our stair tread designs share one important feature: the top surface is always made from a single continuous top layer. This is a deliberate design choice, ensuring a consistent grain pattern and colour across the entire tread, without interruptions or visible transitions. In addition, we never use mitre joints in our stair nosing. Over time, mitred joints can open up or split due to movement in the wood. Also, mitre joints are susceptible to damage from everyday foot traffic.
By avoiding this construction method, we create stair treads that are designed to perform as long as the floor itself.
OPEN & FLOATING STAIRS
WOODlife also manufactures stair treads for open and floating staircases, where the treads are visible on four, and in some cases five or even six sides. Each tread features a birch plywood core, fully wrapped with matching wood lamellas on all visible surfaces to create a solid wood appearance.
All edges are finished with a subtle R3 radius for a refined look and comfortable feel. Where the ends of the treads remain visible, they can be finished with end-grain veneer for a perfectly balanced appearance.
We also supply mounting accessories and even the entire metal construction, metal beams & stringers, etc.
OPTIONS
- end grain veneer on exposed ends
- Z-shaped treads
- anti-slip options in stainless steel, brass, and other materials
- matching hand rails, spindles, balustrades, glass panels
- separate stair nosings for use with standard floorboards. Please note that these nosings follow the bevel profile of the flooring and provide a more economical solution.
- bespoke stair designs
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