Our stones are often specified for both interior and exterior stair treads and risers because of their hardness, durability, excellent performance characteristics and natural beauty. And because we produce custom sizes and offer several finishes, architects also appreciate the flexibility our materials afford them in their designs.
Stair Treads Projects
Limestone
12 stones available
Granite
11 stones available
Marble
8 stones available
Sandstone
1 stone available
Slate
2 stones available
Quartzite
3 stones available
Basalt
1 stone available
Specifications
- products
Stair Treads – Stair treads are generally custom-fabricated from large stones.
Risers – Risers are generally custom-fabricated but occasionally are simply cut from field tiles.
Stringers – Stringers are custom-fabricated. Like base complements flooring, stringers complete the appearance of a stone staircase.
- weathering characteristics
Some materials are “unfading”, meaning they will hold their basic color even after many years of exterior use. Others are “weathering” or “semi-weathering”, meaning they will change color (usually to shades of brown) when used outside. A stone’s weathering characteristic is primarily an aesthetic consideration. “Weathering” in and of itself does not adversely affect the performance or durability of a stone. See stones below for weathering characteristics.
- finishes
Depends on stone selected. See stones below for available finishes.
- sizes
Custom sizes depend on stone selected, finish, thickness, joint width and other factors. Radiused – and irregular -shaped treads also available.
- thickness
Depends on use, stone selected, finish, piece size, setting method and other factors. Generally slate treads are at least 1” thick, risers are usually 3/4” thick.
- edge details
We fabricate many different edge details. Usually any exposed edge is honed.
- joint widths
Depends on stone selected, finish, piece size and other factors.
- cost estimates
We are pleased to provide quotations based upon quantity surveys, sketches or architectural drawings.
- drafting
We are accustomed to working from architectural drawings and we are pleased to produce detailed shop drawings, sketches, templates and shop tickets.
- technical support
We are pleased to assist with samples, test data, mock-ups, budget figures, site inspections, stone matching services, guide specifications, technical information, design suggestions and installer and installation recommendations.
- installation
Generally mud-set or thin-set. Sometimes mechanical anchoring is required. Contact us for specific sketch details, specifications, recommendations, etc.
- maintenance
Contact us for information regarding the use of sealers, impregnators, oiling, cleaning, etc.