Whether it’s a brand-new, custom staircase or an entirely renovated kitchen, a home remodeling project can be a lot easier said than done. There are many working parts involved, and lots of homeowners often overlook crucial areas of their project. That’s why we’ve put together these few tips to help you get your next… Read more »
What You Should Know Before Installing a Stairlift
Staircase accidents are one of the most common causes of injuries. In fact, more than 1 million Americans injure themselves on stairs each year. While these injuries are common amongst all ages, the elderly and people with disabilities are particularly susceptible. It’s why so many people install stairlifts to help them safely travel up and… Read more »
How to Use Staircases to Distribute Heat in Your Home
A staircase can do a lot for the overall look and feel of your home, but there are also some challenges that come along with having a staircase. The biggest challenge involves managing the heat circulation in your home. When air warms up, it expands and becomes less dense. This causes the hot air in… Read more »
How to Protect Your Stairs During Renovation
From a simple paint job to a full remodel, home renovations are messy businesses. That’s why you want to protect all the areas of your home that are either not being remodeled, or already have been. This includes your stairs, especially if you’re working nearby. So here are a few ways you can protect your… Read more »
Three Major Signs You Should Replace Your Staircase
Staircases will see a lot of traffic, which means they’re subject to lots of wear and tear. A few dings and scratches are normal for such a high-traffic area, but there comes a time when you should really consider replacing your staircase. Here are some of the signs that your staircase needs to be replaced:… Read more »
Tips for Painting around Staircases
Whether or not you consider yourself a pro when it comes to the average painting job, painting around a staircase is a whole new ballgame. Edging and cutting in become slightly more difficult when height is added into the mix. If you’re considering painting the walls around your staircase, it’s important to understand just how… Read more »
Tips for Home Staircase Safety
The stairs in your home can be dangerous if they are not properly used and maintained. This is especially important if you have any children or elders living in your household. Acadia Stairs has compiled some basic safety tips to help make the stairs in your home as safe as possible. Free of Clutter One… Read more »
Heat Circulation and Staircases
The biggest challenge for any homeowner is learning how to conserve heat. The hardest places to heat up during the wintertime specifically are stairways, hallways and landings. As hot air rises in your home, it will often utilize your staircase to make it up to the second floor. In the wintertime, you might not mind… Read more »