Renovating your stairs yourself — what are the options?
DIY is popular. Stair paint, stair runner, anti-slip strip — there are plenty of DIY solutions you can apply yourself. But with a full stair renovation it is wise to know where the limits are.
What can you do yourself?
Painting
Painting the staircase is the most accessible DIY option. Good preparation — sanding, degreasing, priming — is the key. The result is temporary, but quick and inexpensive.
Applying anti-slip strips
Self-adhesive or screw-on anti-slip strips are easy to apply yourself. They provide extra grip, but are visible and do little for the appearance of the staircase.
Laying a stair runner
A stair runner places few demands on technical skill. Pay attention to good fixing and choose a material that withstands intensive use.
What requires professional installation?
Systems that structurally renew the treads — such as overlay treads of recycled natural stone composite — are placed by installers with system knowledge. Why? The installation requires knowledge of dimensioning, adhesive technique and execution tolerances. An error in placement is visible and hard to correct. Professional installation is also a requirement for the product warranty. And for professional applications such as owners' associations and commercial buildings additional requirements apply — an installer with system knowledge advises on this.
What does professional installation deliver?
An installer with system knowledge works with a proven method. That means correct measuring in advance, precision in placement, a neat finish on seams, nose and connections, and a guarantee on the end result. A DIY renovation with a system that requires professional knowledge often leads to visible inaccuracies that undermine the appearance of the staircase.
So what is the best advice?
DIY works well for temporary solutions or simple additions such as anti-slip strips or a stair runner. For a durable, high-quality stair renovation with recycled natural stone composite, choose an installer with system knowledge. The end result is professional, guaranteed and representative for a long time.
Further reading
Want to explore further? Read also which stair renovation suits me?, renovating an open staircase and painting stairs or stair renovation?More about the system itself is in what is the Omnistair system and why multiple product lines.
Want to know what is possible for your staircase?
Via omnistair.nl you can request an appointment with an Omnistair installer in your region for a no-obligation on-site assessment.
Frequently asked questions
No. This system is placed by installers with system knowledge. Professional installation is required for a correct end result and for the product warranty.
Painting, placing anti-slip strips and laying a stair runner are DIY options.
Because the installation requires knowledge of dimensioning, adhesive technique and execution tolerances. An error is visible and hard to correct.
That depends on the product. With installation by an installer with system knowledge, a product warranty applies.
Via omnistair.nl you can request an appointment. Omnistair connects you to a selected dealer or installer in your region.