The stairs project! - Page 3

mousiegirl · ‎03-09-2010

@Lilysmom wrote:
@JustJazzmom, et al, what do you think about railings? I am not inclined to do them but would appreciate your thoughts. The steps are very wide, great depth and small riser. LM

@Lilysmom Black wrought iron could work, practically disappears because it is see through and is not a bright color.

mousiegirl · ‎03-09-2010

@Lilysmom What was the reasoning behind having the first step shorter than all the rest of the stairs?

Allegheny · ‎03-19-2010

@mousiegirl wrote:
@Lilysmom wrote:
@JustJazzmom, et al, what do you think about railings? I am not inclined to do them but would appreciate your thoughts. The steps are very wide, great depth and small riser. LM

@Lilysmom Black wrought iron could work, practically disappears because it is see through and is not a bright color.

@Lilysmom

Just throwing out an option. When we replaced our deck we utilized powder coated aluminum for the balasters. Since we live in a cedar home I kept the rails in wood. Now that the wood rails need repainting, I regret not doing the entire system in powder coated. It is holding up great and comes in a variety of color and style options.

DiAnne · ‎09-22-2010

@Lilysmom

I like the look without railings but realize there are safety issues you have to consider also.

Lilysmom · ‎03-09-2010

@mousiegirl wrote:
@Lilysmom What was the reasoning behind having the first step shorter than all the rest of the stairs?

@mousiegirl, et al tree roots. I had four large steps left over from the job that I repurposed. As I am sure you know, birch trees are very fussy. I didn't want to get any closer than we had to. The dozer installed the stairs from above so he didn't get near these birch. I will have to figure out a camouflage here. All suggestions welcome.

We will be in a race to get grass seed down today before it rains!

Still mulling about this area but it is looking a bit more finished. It is a shady area (which I love) so that makes it a hard area to photograph.

Feedback always appreciated. Thanks everyone for your thoughts. Keep 'em coming! LM

PS, a photo works wonders. I can see that I should move the rock line between the steps in closer.🙄

Lilysmom · ‎03-09-2010

@Allegheny, I'm going to check this idea out. Thanks! LM

Lilysmom · ‎03-09-2010

@mousiegirl wrote:
@Lilysmom wrote:
@JustJazzmom, et al, what do you think about railings? I am not inclined to do them but would appreciate your thoughts. The steps are very wide, great depth and small riser. LM

@Lilysmom Black wrought iron could work, practically disappears because it is see through and is not a bright color.

Good idea @mousiegirl.