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Discount Stair Parts

by Andrew Kozlov

Whether you're trying to touch up a classic Victorian staircase or create your own staircase from scratch, there are many ways to save on construction. For one, you don't necessarily have to use the highest quality wood for your staircase. Oak balustrades and treads, for instance, can cost up to four times as much as perfectly workable pine.

Another way to save money is to take meticulous measurements before you begin any kind of construction. Many homeowners forget to take meticulous measurements of their stairwells, and thus they create pitch lines which end up being too close to the ceiling for comfort. In order to compensate for that diagrammatic mistake, they then must invest thousands of dollars in stair repair and reconstruction.

How to Save Money on Stair Parts

You should also investigate purchasing "raw" balusters and carving and / or beveling them yourself. It's relatively easy to turn a spindle into an ornate object, and it's even simpler to create a nice sawn baluster. If you choose a lower quality wood but use a higher quality staining, you can get an elegant effect without running way over budget.

Finally, you can save on long-term stair repair by storing up stair components. For example, purchase a few more balusters than you actually might need during construction. That way, if you splinter or fracture one of the pins, you'll have a backup--you won't have to stop construction. Along those lines, you should keep a few stair treads, stringers, and risers in your woodshed in case you need to repair a splintered or fractured piece.

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