What is Aluminium Stair Nosing and How Could it Benefit You?
Aluminium stair nosings fit onto almost any staircase, giving durability and support. They can be fitted to laminate, tile, or wood staircases. Nosings can be solid strips on the stairs, or alternatively edge trims or bullnoses on the stair edge. While stair nosings can be built from many different materials, aluminium offers extra protection due to its strength.
How Does Aluminium Stair Nosing Compare to Other Types of Stair Nosing?
Aluminium is a lightweight, durable material and is often used in commercial or industrial settings. Aluminium stair edge nosing is also great for its anti-slip properties. For residential use, wood is the more common material for stair nosing. Other choices for industrial stair nosing include carbon steel, cast iron, PVC, or brass. It is worth considering how much traffic will pass over a stairwell when making a choice in stair nosing materials, as well as how the material will work aesthetically.
Will Aluminium Stair Nosing Fit My Stairs?
Aluminium stair nosing will fit most indoor staircases as long as it is correctly measured. Aluminium stair nosings are also suited to outdoor use as it does not rust. The material is a sturdy choice for stair nosing, protecting your stairs from wear and tear and high levels of foot traffic, ideal for commercial settings. Aluminium stair nosings also fit great with laminate flooring on staircases.
What Environments Will Aluminium Stair Nosings Suit?
Aluminium is commonly used for busy commercial properties or outdoor stairwells. It is chosen for its sturdiness and affordability. In outdoor settings, aluminium stair edge nosings with treading can be helpful as a non-slip measure. Wood designs are more commonly used in residential staircases, though premier lip trims in metal can complement a home setting, such as Ali Wrap nosing. Aluminium stair nosings can also come in other colours such as black, which can help them blend into different environments, while also disguising imperfections.
What Are the Alternatives to Aluminium Stair Nosing?
There are several great alternatives to aluminium stair nosings, many available through our store. Some of these include:
- Rubber – Also has anti slip properties. Durable and requires little maintenance. Easy to fit around complex stair shapes.
- Bronze – Strong and attractive, but requires regular oiling and polishing
- Brass – Comparable to bronze but with increased durability
- PVC – Used in the industrial sector due to its strength, low weight, and cost effectiveness
- Wood – The popular choice for stair nosing in houses, but wears more easily and is vulnerable to infestation and moisture
- Pewter – A beautiful aged effect giving an industrial look
- Chrome – Sophisticated look, works great in modern homes
- Nickel – A restrained look favoured by traditional homes
Here at Stair Rods Direct we offer a wide range of stair nosings
Will Aluminum Stairs Wrap Around Curved Stairs?
Most stair nosings won’t fit around curved stairs, as they are built to be solid and straight. Currently, curved aluminium stair nosings are not available in the UK.However, the bendy bullnose stair nosing is available for curved stairs to provide protection for their edges. This stair nosing can also be fitted to straight stairs. It is currently available in ten colours, including brass, chrome, and nickel.
How Expensive is Aluminium Stair Nosing?
The cost of aluminium stair nosing varies based on several factors, such as thickness, design, and colouring. Basic aluminium stair nosings start at about £12 per stair for an average stair width, but you can expect to pay more for larger designs, or ones with rubber inserts. Our high quality Ali Wrap Nosings start from £13.99 per stair, with free delivery on orders over £75.
Looking to Buy Aluminium Stair Nosing for Your Staircase?
At Stair Rods Direct we stock high quality Ali Wrap Nosing in four stylish colours; Black, brass, antique brass, and chrome. Our stair nosings blend durability and glamour, the perfect addition to your house.
FAQs
Stair nosings are not essential for staircases, but can be a great investment to ensure the durability of your stairs, particularly in a commercial environment. Stair nosings protect against marks, scratches, and more serious structural damage to your stairs. Many styles of stair nose also complement the design of stairs, blending with the aesthetics of your property.
There is not a legal requirement to install stair nosings on commercial staircases. However, it is an industry standard for a reason, protecting against more serious damage caused by excessive footfall. Stair nosings are an inexpensive product considering the benefits they provide. They also help protect against slipping in the workplace, minimising risk to staff or customers.
While you can hire a professional to install your stair nosing, our stair nosings are easy to install at home if you use our simple step by step guide. This guide works for all of our stair nosing, including our Aluminium Ali Wrap Nosing.
Stair nosings can be easily cleaned with standard cleaning supplies, though you should avoid stronger cleaning substances like bleach. For best results, first vacuum your stairs, then wipe the nosing thoroughly with a damp cloth.