Hardwood Stairs and Railings
Stair work should feel like part of the flooring project, not an afterthought. Craftsman Hardwood Floors installs, refinishes and updates stair components so the staircase works with the floors, trim and overall character of the home.
The Staircase Is One of the Most Visible Parts of the Home
A staircase connects more than two levels. It also connects flooring, trim, railings and the visual flow of the home.
Whether the project involves replacing carpeted stairs with hardwood, refinishing existing treads, updating risers or coordinating new railings with the floor below, the details have to work together.
Hardwood Stair Work for New and Existing Homes
Stair projects can be part of a larger flooring renovation or handled as a focused update to one of the most noticeable areas of the home.
Hardwood Stair Treads
New wood treads for staircases being converted, rebuilt or updated to coordinate with hardwood flooring.
Risers
Wood or painted riser treatments selected to work with the tread, trim and overall style of the staircase.
Stair Refinishing
Sand and refinish existing wood stair components when the structure is sound but the finish needs restoration.
Railings & Handrails
Update or coordinate railing details so the staircase feels connected to the flooring and surrounding woodwork.
Newel Posts & Balusters
Wood and railing components that help define the staircase and complete the transition between levels.
Trim & Custom Details
Finishing work around stairs, landings and transitions where the flooring and staircase meet.
Stair Work Has to Coordinate With More Than the Treads
The best stair projects consider the flooring above and below, wall color, trim, railing style, landing details and the way the staircase sits in the room.
- Match or complement existing hardwood
- Coordinate stain and finish direction
- Address landings and floor transitions
- Plan tread, riser and nosing details
- Work around existing railings and trim
- Finish the staircase as part of the room
From Existing Staircase to Finished Woodwork
Evaluate the Staircase
We look at the existing stairs, flooring, railing components and what needs to stay, change or be rebuilt.
Plan the Details
Tread material, risers, stain direction, railing details and transitions are planned around the home.
Prepare the Staircase
Existing materials are removed or prepared as needed before new hardwood components are installed.
Install or Restore
New stair components are fitted or existing hardwood is sanded and restored depending on the project.
Stain & Finish
The wood is finished to coordinate with the surrounding flooring and the look selected for the staircase.
Final Details
Trim, transitions, railings and finish details are reviewed so the staircase feels complete.
Real Craftsman Hardwood Floors Work
Some Stair Projects Need More Than Standard Flooring Work
Stairs often involve trim, custom fitting, transitions and wood details that are unique to the home. Craftsman Hardwood Floors can approach those details as part of the overall project rather than treating them separately.
Send photos or show us the existing staircase during the estimate. We can look at what is possible and how it should connect with the flooring.
Stair Work Rewards Attention to Small Details
Tom Farquhar has worked in the hardwood flooring trade since 2009 and remains directly involved in Craftsman Hardwood Floors projects. Stair work benefits from that hands-on involvement because so many parts of the project have to meet cleanly.
Questions About Hardwood Stair Work
Can Carpeted Stairs Be Converted to Hardwood
Often, yes. The existing staircase needs to be evaluated to determine what can be reused, what needs to be prepared and which hardwood stair components are appropriate for the project.
Can Stair Treads Match My Hardwood Floors
In many projects, the goal is to match or closely coordinate the stairs with the surrounding hardwood. Species, stain, age and existing finish all affect how closely the materials can be matched.
Can Existing Wood Stairs Be Refinished
If the existing wood is in suitable condition, stair treads and other wood components may be candidates for sanding and refinishing.
Do You Work on Railings and Newel Posts
Railing, handrail, newel post and baluster work can be part of a stair project depending on the existing staircase and the scope of the update.
Can Stairs Be Done With a Larger Flooring Project
Yes. Stair work is often coordinated with installation or refinishing so the flooring, staircase and finish direction can be planned together.
Ready to Update the Staircase
Whether the stairs need new hardwood, refinishing or a more complete transformation, we can look at the existing staircase and help plan the right direction.