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Ours |
Kit Stairs |
| INCLUDED IN BASE PRICE |
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Center column sleeves that are custom cut and don’t require measuring, adjusting, or set screws |
Yes |
No |
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Platform |
Yes |
No |
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Platform railing |
Yes |
No |
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Mid (intermediate) balusters |
Yes |
No |
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Enclosed tread ends standard on all models |
Yes |
Rarely |
| CONSTRUCTION |
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Custom built to your specifications |
Yes |
No |
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Stairway completely pre-assembled at the factory |
Yes |
No |
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Handrail made of plastic tubing |
Never |
Standard |
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Handrail is pre-formed and pre-fitted |
Yes |
No |
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Mid balusters precut to required length |
Yes |
No |
| INSTALLATION |
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On site fabrication required |
No |
Yes |
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Handrail can be installed without drilling holes |
Yes |
No |
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Balusters can be installed without drilling holes |
Yes |
No |
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Mid balusters can be installed without drilling holes |
Yes |
No |
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Installation requires less than 25 fasteners |
Usually |
No |
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Installation requires less than 100 fasteners |
Yes |
No |
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Installation requires less than 150 fasteners |
Yes |
Rarely |
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Installation completed by 2 people in 2 HOURS |
Yes |
No Way! |
| STAIR SELECTION |
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15 plus standard models to choose from |
Yes |
No |
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All models have options for exterior use |
Yes |
No |
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Over 20 paint colors to choose from |
Yes |
No |
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Custom color matching |
Yes |
Rarely |
| OPTIONS AVAILABLE |
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Tread and platform covers in hardwood and metal |
Yes |
Not always |
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Decorative risers between treads |
Yes |
Rarely |
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Fully enclosed bottom treads |
Yes |
Rarely |
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Selection of more than 100 balusters for customization |
Yes |
No |
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Decorative panels |
Yes |
No |
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Matching creative metalwork (gates, door guards, furniture) |
Yes |
No |