Feature Staircases

Feature Staircases

Feature Staircases

The design, manufacture & installation of Feature Staircases are our signature products & form our Urban Classic Range.

Feature staircases are a considerable part of the staircase marketplace. The bespoke service we oﬀer, includes Design, Supply & Installation of staircases for both prestige commercial & residential projects. The staircase is designed by our ‘in-house ‘ Design Engineers, providing a focal design point in a construction project.

In many instances, the Architect will provide a rudimentary drawing for the Feature Staircase. Feature Staircases are incorporated in both internal & external applications. Design calculations & drawings would be part of our brief & we would expect to submit these to both the project Architect & Main Contractor ( & possibly the client ) at an early stage.

A Feature Staircase is exactly what it implies, it’s a Feature & the finish to the stair is expected & will be of a very high quality. Galvanizing may be utilised for corrosion resistance where the staircase is used externally, but even then the final finish would be a painted one (over the galvanising ). The balustrades would be either galvanised & polyester coated ( for external use ) or possibly manufactured in stainless steel or other non-ferrous material. The detailed staircase specification would have to be formulated taking cost into consideration.

Main string design

In the design of Feature Staircases, strings can be flat bar, beam, or even a central tubular spine. The ‘ sky’s the limit ‘ with design, & exotic applications can considered the norm !!!!

Tread design

Commonly treads are made from folded ‘ pans ‘, this is a tray which can take a variety of finishes from timber, mosaic ,tiles, marble .........etc.. In some instances, only a tread support is provided which enables timber tread utilisation. Note : in the modern day, it is a mandatory building control requirement to incorporate ‘ closed risers ‘ in treads. Closed risers can be incorporated as part of the tread or a glass riser included……………

balustrade & handrail design

Feature Staircase balustrades/handrails are in many cases designed to provide guarding as both a feature & edge protection for both adults & children. This can be carried out by utilising different types of infill. Glass, perforated sheet, vertical round bar, etc., are just some of the types used quite commonly...... in real terms budget is a major influencing factor.

stair locating & building interfaces

Feature Staircases are often designed to be free standing. In some instances, it is possible to design a first fix item into the main building for connection purposes.Our task is to liaise with Architect, client & Main Contractor to achieve a smooth pleasingly aesthetic, but moreover waterproof connection.

Method Statements

A series of Method statements will be provided & submitted for approval of the Feature Staircase installation.

documents & traceability

Our fabrication personnel are included in a Welding Quality Management system which is audited & regularly approved by the CE approved inspectorate.

Welders are constantly monitored for the level of approval for which they are tested & in accordance with the relevant practice are retested when necessary.( Third party witnessing is mandatory ). Documents are included within a Staircase sign off wallet, & together with drawings ( As Built ), materials

FAQ's

What will the timescale be for the manufacture & installation of my Feature Staircase?

We will provide from the outset & order placement, a detailed programme of the key stages from design & drawing production through to fabrication, inspection, galvanising/finishing ( if required ) & installation. This programme, we will sign up to with the client & professional team. Feature Staircase timescales are notoriously long ............as a rule of thumb a three month duration would be the maximum.

How much will my feature staircase cost?

A detailed quotation will be provided to enable you to know how much you’re spending, & us to know our costing process. The order you place will reference this document.

can i see my feature staircase being made?

We would expect you to, & will invite you to join us during & prior to final sign-off.

How soon will I see my Feature Staircase drawings including a 3D render?

Within a four week period we will submit a General Assembly & details ( if required ) a week later. Depending on the size & complexity of the stair, this could run to maybe six weeks.

Will one person be allocated to oversee the Contract?

Yes.............he is the Contracts Manager & will be in constant liaison throughout the Contract.

I’d like to see samples of the stair string, final paint finish & balustrade. Could you provide them?

No problem, this is expected…………..the level of sample production will be FULLY agreed at the prestart meeting. Prior to full manufacture we would expect to have the control samples fully approved.

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