How Different Stairs can Affect your Interior

Stairs are a fundamental part of buildings, whether residential or not, they are used everyday and can have a large impact on the interior of a room just by its design. This blog will look at the benefits of different types of materials used and how to choose the right one.

Why Choose Glass Stairs?

If you decide on glass stairs, they can give a room a more modern and sleek look. Since you can see through glass, these stairs help to make a room look brighter as light can reach more parts further. It also makes a room look like it is bigger and has more space as there isn’t a large space taken up by wood or metal stairs that you can not see through. These defining features help to blend in with different furniture, meaning you can experiment with different styles of decorations, it especially suits a more minimalist style. They are also a great fit for commercial spaces that want to present a more modern and sleek brand to its customers. Another advantage of using glass stairs in a building are the different customisation options and style options. Glass can be frosted and tinted to create different patterns and textures. This means that they can be customised to suit the building owners' favourite styles or to match the rest of the furniture in the rooms.

While using glass stairs in a building can give a modern and sleek look, there are some things that should be considered before deciding on glass as the main material for your stairs. The first thing is the continuous maintenance that glass requires to keep it looking clean and tidy. Things like dust, fingerprints and smudges are very clearly visible on glass which is why it is important that they are cleaned regularly. Another consideration are the safety measures that need to be put in place due to the use of glass. To make sure that the stairs are safe to use, it is important that only high-quality glass is used, with anti-slip coatings to minimise risk of dangerous jagged edges and people falling over and hurting themselves. Finally, since th
e glass used needs to be high-quality and it has specific installation requirements, it can be quite expensive to install. They are usually more costly than other material options so you should consider whether the visual appeal of glass stairs is worth the prices.

Why Choose Metal Stairs?

Having metal for your choice of stair material can be very beneficial. Metal stairs are a strong material that lasts a long time. It is more resistant to wear which makes it a good option for areas in a building where the stairs will be used frequently. This also means that the stairs are less likely to be damaged and need repairs. As well as this, metal is a low maintenance material to use for stairs, it also does not show things like fingerprints and smudges, giving the stairs a cleaner look. The look of metal stairs is also very suitable for lots of different styles, especially for industrial spaces. You can paint the metal stairs to further blend in with surrounding furniture and decorations. Before you decide to install metal stairs, there are some things that should be considered, firstly, the noise that metal stairs make. Metal is a noisy material, in high-traffic areas where the stairs will be used frequently, there will be a lot of noise from everyone walking on it. To lower the impact of this, you could use a rubber coating to help to dampen the noise. Metal can also be affected by corrosion, over time some metals can rust, especially when placed outdoors in humid environments. To prevent this and to keep the metal in good condition, rust-resistant treatments can be used on the metal to prevent rust.

When deciding on the different materials that you want to use for constructing a staircase, it is important to look at both the positives and negatives that come with all options. Metal stairs are great for industrial buildings with high foot traffic while glass stairs are a great option for modern, commercial buildings that need to look good as well as function properly.