Staircase renovation: don't forget the sides of your staircase!

A staircase renovation is the best way to enhance the look of your staircase. The focus is often on the steps, but the sides are just as important. It is precisely these details that ensure a perfect finish and make the difference between a refurbished staircase and one that has been truly transformed. Find out here how you can make the sides of your staircase shine too.

At Upstairs, we look beyond just the steps. For us, a staircase renovation isn’t complete until the whole staircase looks as good as new.

Do you have an open staircase? If so, it looks wonderful to cover the underside of the steps as well – we call this ‘double-sided refurbishment’. This ensures that the steps and the sides flow seamlessly into one another. When the sides are finished in the same style as the top and bottom of the step, the result is a sleek, harmonious whole.

To ensure a perfect finish, Upstairs has developed the Upstairs Side Finishing (UZA). This cladding is made from the same durable material as our stair treads: an HDF core with the scratch- and wear-resistant Upstairs Original Top Layer.

It may seem like a minor detail, but it makes a big difference. Thanks to the UZA, your staircase looks perfectly finished all round — as if it were brand new. And all without any painting or maintenance.

With a closed staircase, the sides – also known as stringers – are key to its overall appearance. These run alongside the steps and form the framework of your staircase. They are often overlooked, yet they have a significant impact on the overall look.

With Upstairs, you can have the stringers clad in the same material and finish as the treads. This creates a sense of calm, unity and a high-quality finish. Prefer a contrast? Try combining light-coloured stringers with dark treads for a stylish effect.

The advantage of refurbishing stair stringers rather than painting them is that they remain hard-wearing, low-maintenance and colourfast. This means you can enjoy a staircase that looks as good as new for years to come – without the need for repeated maintenance.

A staircase renovation with Upstairs is only truly complete when every detail is just right — from the steps to the stringers. Our advisors will be happy to show you the options available for completely refurbishing your staircase, in terms of style, colour and finish.

Book a free consultation and discover how an Upstairs staircase can become the centrepiece of your home.