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Want To Learn More About Handrails, Stairs Design, Timber Posts And Stair Nosing For Toorak? Gowling Stairs Can Help!

14 . 11 . 2012

Do you have a stairs design in mind but haven’t found the perfect builder to put it together for you? The team at Gowling Stairs has over 25 years experience with staircase construction in Toorak and is committed to using the highest quality materials available. Attention to detail is important to us in every aspect of the construction, from the handrails and timber posts to the stair nosing. Our team can also help you come with a design from scratch.

Handrails
We have two materials to choose from for the creation of our handrails – timber (no. 14, no. 7, round or rectangle) and stainless steel (round or square). Both are suited to a range of different stair designs in Toorak, so we are sure that you will have no problems finding a match. We can also work with handrail features, which are found at the end of the rail and add a nice decorative touch. Our team can help you choose which type will best match your design.

Posts
The presence of stainless steel and timber posts is imperative to the structural integrity of your staircase. The posts literally mark the ends of the flight, provide the handrail with support and can also form a decorative feature. A number of features can be added to your posts to further enhance the appearance of your Toorak home (such as caps and beading). Timber is an especially popular choice, as it is available in square or turned shapes and can be painted or stained.

Nosing
The stair nosing is the name given to the edge of the treads and provides them with stability, which is a must for all Toorak homes. We have three options to choose from – pencil round (which protrudes out slightly and curves around), square (which protrudes out slightly with square edges) and no overhang (which sits flush with the tread). Whilst all of these options can be carpeted, we have found that curved and no overhang tend to look the best.

If you are looking for a reputable builder to bring your stairs design to life, we hope that you will contact the team at Gowling Stairs. We are experienced with all aspects of staircases – from the handrails and timber posts to the stair nosing and balustrades – and are eager to help you craft a solution for your Toorak home. Our showroom is open Monday to Friday and by appointment, so drop in at a time that is convenient for you.