Soundproofing your stairs: here's how to make them quieter

Are you planning to build a new home and still need to choose a staircase? Or do you want to replace your existing staircase? If so, you’re probably focusing on design, safety and colour. But one aspect is often overlooked: the sound insulation of your staircase. With the right stair covering, you can easily reduce creaking and thumping noises. Discover how to make your staircase quieter and bring more comfort into your home.

Over time, a wooden staircase can start to creak or rattle when someone walks quickly across it. That is why more and more people are opting for concrete staircases in new builds. And that’s hardly surprising:

• robust and fire-resistant;
• affordable and sustainable;
• excellent sound insulation.

Worried that a concrete staircase looks a bit cold? Don’t worry: with stair tread covers in a wood, leather or steel finish, your staircase will take on a warm or rugged look, without compromising on quietness.

A creaky staircase is a common problem. You often hope to fix this by renovating the stairs, but that isn’t always the answer. First, check where the creaking is coming from:

• only at certain times of year (due to humidity or temperature)?
• always and in specific places?

Sometimes dirt trapped in the gaps and crevices is the cause. In that case, this needs to be dealt with first. Would you like to know more? Read our article on repairing creaky stairs.

A staircase renovation does, however, offer benefits if your stairs are particularly noisy. With our stair tread covers and the special sound-absorbing adhesive we use to fix them in place, you can significantly reduce the sound of footsteps. This will instantly make your home a much quieter place.

You can also choose from a wide range of designs:

• Concrete-effect finish for a rugged, industrial look.
• Leather-effect for a chic and characterful staircase.
• Steel or wood finish for a timeless, stylish look.

A staircase renovation is the perfect way to refresh your staircase and make it quieter. With sound-absorbing stair cladding, you’ll not only enjoy greater comfort in your home, but also benefit from a durable and stylish solution. Would you like to know which stair cladding is best suited to your home? Book an appointment with our advisor or visit one of our showrooms for personalised advice.