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Articles about stair renovation, materials and design

Anti-slip strips on stairs — do they really work?

Do anti-slip strips on stairs work? Read about how they work, their limitations and when a structural anti-slip solution is the better choice.

Anti-slip on stairs — safety and sleek design do not have to clash

Anti-slip and sleek design on stairs — how do you combine them? Read how integrated anti-slip provides grip without compromising the appearance.

Making your home future-proof — subsidies and support schemes

Are there subsidies for making a home future-proof? Read about the Dutch Wmo scheme, municipal contributions and which home adjustments may qualify.

Making your home future-proof — the role of the staircase

Making a home future-proof starts with the staircase. Discover which adjustments make the stairs safer and more accessible for the long term.

Staircase with half-moon GripStep treads in recycled natural stone composite, with a wall sketch of a woman with knee pain at the handrail

Difficulty or pain climbing stairs — what can you do?

Do you have difficulty or pain climbing stairs? Read what the causes can be and how to adapt the staircase for more comfort and safety.

My parents have difficulty walking — how do I make their stairs safer?

Your parents have difficulty walking on the stairs — what can you do? Practical tips for fall prevention, anti-slip and adjustments that make a real difference.

Making stairs safer for seniors — fall prevention at home

How do you make stairs safer for seniors? Read about fall prevention, anti-slip, contrast, lighting and stair solutions for a future-proof home.

Staircase with terrazzo overlay treads in recycled natural stone composite, with technical sketches of the overlay tread system

Why technical stair renovation is becoming more important

Why is technical stair renovation becoming more relevant? Read about regulations, safety requirements, VvE obligations and the role of systems with demonstrable certifications.

Which stair renovation has the best anti-slip?

Which stair renovation offers the best anti-slip? Compare integrated anti-slip with strips and coatings. And what does NEN 7909 mean for your situation?

Staircase with light terrazzo overlay treads in recycled natural stone composite, with sketch lines of a comparison guide, build-up details and material layers

Independent stair renovation performance guide 2026

Honest comparison in stair renovation — materials, thickness, anti-slip, certifications and lifespan in one overview. The independent performance guide for 2026.

Staircase with light terrazzo treads in recycled natural stone composite, with sketch lines of a performance guide and build-up details

What is the stair renovation performance guide 2026?

What is a performance guide for stair renovation and why does it help when comparing systems? A short explanation — and the way to the independent performance guide.

Staircase with dark terrazzo treads in recycled natural stone composite, with technical sketch lines of the stair nosing detail

Technical standards for stair renovation — which ones apply and what do they mean?

Which technical standards apply to a stair renovation? An overview of anti-slip (NEN 7909), fire class (Bfl-s1), emission performance and adhesion — and when they are relevant.