Scuffed, scratched, or outdated stairs can instantly drag down the look of your entire interior. Refinishing breathes new life into worn-out timber, modernizing your space and boosting your property value without the headache of a full teardown.
Full staircase replacements mean messy demolition, weeks of disruption, and steep bills. Refinishing is a budget-friendly, highly efficient alternative that delivers a luxury transformation in a fraction of the time. Plus, reusing your solid wood structure minimizes material waste, making it an eco-friendly choice.
Tailor your staircase to match your exact interior style using premium stain colours or clean, modern paint finishes. We frequently find that the solid wood stairs in homes—like those in Newmarket—are ideal for a professional re-stain that delivers a high-impact transformation.
From upgrading stair treads, risers, and stair railings to refreshing stair spindles, we turn tired stairs into a stunning focal point.
Get inspired by browsing our staircase before and after project gallery.
Proudly serving the Greater Toronto Area, StairSteps is ready to help you upgrade. Contact us below for a free quote, or hit the “Design Tool” button to start visualizing your project today!
Achieving a flawless, durable finish requires a meticulous approach. Here is how we do it right from start to finish.
We start by removing balustrades to ensure an unobstructed surface across all treads and risers. To solve the biggest homeowner pain point—dust—we build a heavy-duty containment barrier using telescopic poles and plastic sheeting to seal off vents and doorways, keeping your home clean throughout the job.
Using a powerful large disc sander rather than a weak palm sander, we strip away old finishes and scratches. We then progress through finer grits to achieve the ideal smoothness, ensuring the wood absorbs stain evenly without blotchiness.
We carefully tape off stringers based on your layout preference. Because thin stain can bleed under tape, we always stain before painting to guarantee crisp, clean boundary lines. We let the stain cure completely for a rich, uniform color.
We apply two coats of durable protective varnish. Crucially, we buff the surface between coats to remove raised grain and tiny imperfections, locking in a deep, long-lasting sheen that stands up to heavy foot traffic.
If your design calls for contrasting white risers, we complete the painting phase last with a steady hand. Finally, we run a strict quality inspection to ensure every line is sharp and the finish is flawless.
Consider pairing your newly refinished treads with a stunning Wood Railing Installation or a modern glass railing installation.
