Do you want to upgrade your stairs to the level of luxury and increase the overall value of your home?
A hardwood staircase is far superior to carpet in look, durability, and ease of cleaning, but many people believe they can’t afford one.
Renovating your stairs has always been an expensive project requiring a lot of careful planning and labor-intensive work.
With traditional staircase remodeling, you’re looking to spend anywhere from $3,000 to $6,000+. The total price depends on the work involved, cost of materials, and the size of your staircase.
However, there’s a better, easier, and more affordable way.
In this article, you will learn how carpet staircases compare to hardwood, and how you can afford to easily replace carpet stairs with hardwood using the StareCasing™ system.
Hardwood Stairs Vs. Carpeted Stairs
Carpet feels nice underfoot but it frays, stains, and becomes matted down with foot traffic over time.
Your carpet will typically have a lifespan of 10 to 15 years if you’re meticulous about maintenance, which includes regular vacuuming and professional cleaning.
By comparison, hardwood surfaces with proper care can last over a lifetime.
You can also refinish hardwood to erase years of use and restore the surface to its original beauty multiple times over its lifespan.
The Timeless Aesthetics of a Hardwood Staircase
Like hardwood flooring, hardwood staircases never fall out of favor. They speak of the old world where expert craftsmanship and natural beauty brought a sense of comfort, stability, and elegance, to an important feature of the home.
The appeal endures because hardwood creates an ambiance in your home that’s both inviting and refined. It also looks much better than frumpy, dirt-collecting carpet.
And hardwood staircases are versatile. They can be designed to complement any range of styles from the classic and traditional to the contemporary.
Hardwood is Easier to Clean & Maintain
Unlike carpet, which quickly wears down and harbors allergens, hardwood is easy to maintain, needing only a quick sweep or mop.
It’s the ideal surface for a clean and healthy home environment that also brings noticeable warmth and elegance into your home.
Are Hardwood Staircases Slippery?
Though hardwood floors are beautiful and durable, they can become slippery, particularly when wet.
If you have ever tried running up hardwood stairs in your socks, you may remember slipping and banging your shin.
Safety is the number one concern when it comes to the stairs. You want your stairs to be as safe as possible for everyone who uses them.
To make your hardwood stairs slip-proof and as safe as possible, you must apply anti-slip coatings or finishes to the treads. This will significantly increase traction. A finish like Bona HD Anti-Slip will give you a nice slip-free surface while preserving the wood’s natural appearance.
If you’re going with prefinished treads or a proprietary stair system, make sure the products come applied with a non-slip finish. Reputable manufacturers have anticipated this need and apply a non-slip finish on all their prefinished stair treads.
You can also install stair runners. These will help you achieve a safe, non-slip surface, and you can select colors and patterns to match your home’s décor.
Don’t forget to make sure your stairway is well lit. This may seem obvious, but it’s a crucial part of improving visibility and preventing accidents. Adequate lighting will highlight step edges and provide visual cues to prevent missteps.
Combining anti-slip finishes, stair runners, and proper lighting can create an ultra-safe hardwood staircase. But many people find that a non-slip coating applied to the treads is enough to keep their feet from slipping on the wood – even while wearing socks.
Install a Beautiful Hardwood Staircase in Six Hours with StareCasing™
The StareCasing™ System offers an efficient and cost-effective way to transform your staircase.
With ease, you can convert your worn, carpeted stairs into gorgeous hardwood in as little as six hours.
This system offers made-to-measure treads and risers that will fit the unique dimensions and style of just about any staircase.
An experienced contractor, Jim McCool, created StareCasing™ to give homeowners and contractors an easier, less-expensive method for installing high-quality hardwood stairs.
All without the need for demolition.
Just remove the carpet on the stairs and install the treads and risers over your existing stairs for a precise, long-term fit.
StareCasing™ makes a swift and stunning stair transformation possible at an unbeatable price.
Components of the StareCasing™ System: StareTread™ and StareRiser™
The StareCasing™ System has two main components: the StareTread™ and the StareRiser™. Milled from 100% solid hardwood, they provide a remarkable aesthetic and give you a solid, stable staircase.
The pieces come slightly oversized in length and depth, so you can measure and cut them for a precise fit.
StareTread™ is the horizontal piece that people step on when going up or down the stairs.
StareRiser™ is the vertical component that’s between each step.
Benefits of the StareCasing™ System
Choosing the StareCasing™ System for your stair renovation project comes with plenty of benefits.
Skip Demolition
One of the main benefits of the StareCasing™ System is that there’s no demolition required.
Traditional stair remodeling involves the costly, messy, disruptive, and time-consuming process of tearing out or altering the stairs.
The StareCasing™ System fits directly over your existing stairs, making use of your existing stair structure. This means you eliminate one of the most challenging parts of the remodeling process.
Without the need for demolition, you save time, money, and protect your home from the potential damage associated with demolition work.
Easy Installation
Installing the StareCasing™ system is straightforward and DIY-friendly. With components custom-made to fit your existing staircase, you don’t need extensive carpentry skills or an array of specialized tools. At most you will need to measure, cut, and adhere the treads and risers to the stairs.
The process is simple. Just measure, cut, and install.
100% High-Quality Hardwood
StareCasing™ is milled from 100% hardwood and comes in red oak, white oak, maple, and hickory. You can even custom color-match to find the perfect shade.
Cost-Efficient
You will save money with StareCasing™ because you avoid the costs of traditional staircase remodeling. This dramatically reduces the overall project cost.
But at the same time, you aren’t losing anything. The high-quality materials ensure long-term durability and a high-end look. Plus, the treads and risers come with a 30-year warranty.
If you’re a contractor, this system will provide you with faster project timelines. You will be able to produce high-quality results for satisfied clients with less overhead in less time.
The StareCasing™ Product Line
Browse our StareTreads™ and StareRisers™ for 100% hardwood treads and risers that provide a perfect fit over your existing stairs.
Conclusion
Traditionally, replacing carpet stairs with hardwood is expensive and time and labor intensive. Many people think that replacing carpet stairs with hardwood is an expensive project that isn’t very feasible.
However, the StareCasing™ System makes it easy and affordable to transform worn, carpeted stairs into luxurious hardwood.
This innovative system, created by Jim McCool, an experienced contractor, involves the straightforward installation of custom-fit treads and risers over the existing staircase structure.
With StareCasing™, you can install hardwood treads and risers with ease. And you will avoid the mess and expenses associated with traditional remodeling.
Overall, it’s an ideal choice for homeowners and contractors looking to efficiently elevate the interior design of a home with a beautiful hardwood staircase.
