If you’re looking for a staircase that exudes modernism and elegance, cantilever stairs are the ones you need. Also known as floating stairs, this structure gives off the appearance that the staircase is floating in the air without any support. Not only does this structure add intrigue to any given space, it also creates a spacious environment.
A special mounting piece is engineered to support the staircase, and it can be attached to either the wall or it can be hidden underneath the stair treads. Entirely different from the traditional staircase, floating stairs are a gorgeous and sleek addition to a residential, or even commercial space.
Benefits
Due to their minimalist design, floating staircases are considered to be more versatile since they can easily fit into more areas. In fact, their installation only requires one strong wall. Standard staircases need to be carefully planned out, while floating staircases can be added to any floor plan – even right in the middle of your living space.
Another benefit to indulging in floatings stairs is that they can be made out of a variety of materials, including; timber, glass, steel, concrete, and others. Moreover, there are a plethora of ways to style these staircases. For example, you can choose to add a straight floating staircase for your contemporary home, or you can build a spiraling staircase for large office buildings. There’s a staircase option for all types of spaces.
Since the stringer is usually located to one side, or is often hidden in the wall, you allow for more head room as well. In fact, another one of the biggest benefits of having cantilever stairs is you can create half-landing staircases with them too. You’re not limited to creating a linear path from top to bottom. This ensures the space you require but also creates that stunning illusion of beauty and functionality.
Drawbacks
While this type of staircase is stunning, it is an ideal addition for homes or spaces that do not have children or animals. This is not to say that the staircase itself is unsafe for anyone, however – since the floating stairs themselves have quite a bit of empty space underneath and between the steps, there is a possibility for injury. Particularly if you have a small animal in the space, or active children. Some cantilever stairs also come without handrails, for the sake of the sleek and minimalistic aesthetic. This can be hazardous with older aged individuals. Another drawback to these stairs is that they typically cost more than standard options due to their additional structural requirements.
At Rovimat Group Inc., our team of professionals has the ability to build you the floating staircase of your dreams. We always begin with a free consultation so we can best understand your needs and wants, as well as let you know what’s ideal and possible within your current aesthetics, space and budget. With your satisfaction being our main goal, we will strive to best accommodate your desires, all the while providing you with both energy-efficient and sustainable builds. Operating as custom home builders in Toronto and the GTA since 1991, our services range from renovations, additions, to complete custom home builds and everything in between. So, if you’re ready to actualize your vision – contact us and we’ll be happy to help!