When it comes to upgrading your home, stairs are often overlooked compared to floors and walls. Yet, they play a key role in both safety and style. Homeowners frequently ask about stair treads, nosings, and vent covers how they work, why they matter, and whether investing in custom solutions is worth it. To make things simple, we’ve gathered the most common questions we hear and provided clear, practical answers. Whether you’re renovating, building new, or just curious, this FAQ guide will help you understand everything you need to know about custom stair products.
Our custom stair treads, vent covers, and stair nosings are made directly from the same planks or prefinished flooring materials used in your home. Because they come from prefinished products, your stairs and vent covers will have the same factory-applied finish as your floors. This ensures consistency not only in color and pattern but also in durability, since factory finishes are designed to withstand daily wear and maintain their look over time.
We work with a wide range of flooring options including vinyl, laminate, engineered hardwood, and solid wood. Using the exact flooring material means your stair components blend seamlessly in both appearance and performance. For those who prefer traditional wood, options such as white oak, maple, and hickory provide a natural, timeless look that can also be refinished in the future if needed.
Each product is built with precision to align with your flooring choice, giving you a continuous, cohesive design from room to stairway. The goal is to create an educational understanding of how these materials function together, so you can make an informed choice about which type best suits your home.
Since our stair treads, nosings, and vent covers are made from the same prefinished flooring planks as your floors, they generally do not require any additional staining or finishing. The factory finish applied to these materials is durable, consistent, and designed to resist everyday wear, meaning the product is ready to install as soon as it’s made. This eliminates the extra steps of sanding, staining, or sealing, which are often needed with unfinished wood products.
Matching is achieved by cutting and shaping the products directly from the flooring itself. Because the same plank is used, the color, texture, and grain pattern remain identical to what’s already on your floors. This process ensures a seamless look, avoiding the mismatched tones that can happen when trying to apply stain by hand.
In cases where homeowners choose solid wood such as oak, maple, or hickory, the process can be slightly different. Solid wood treads may come unfinished, which allows them to be custom-stained and finished on site. This approach is useful when a specific tone or custom color match is required, but for most flooring types—vinyl, laminate, and engineered hardwood—the factory finish already provides the perfect match.
The installation process for custom stair treads and stair nosings is designed to be simple and efficient. Because these are already custom-made to match your flooring, very little adjustment is required at the job site. In most cases, the pieces are cut slightly longer than needed so that the installer can trim them down to the exact size during installation. This ensures a precise fit without leaving gaps or uneven edges.
To secure the products, a strong adhesive is used. For engineered hardwood stair products, a flooring adhesive such as Bona works best, while for vinyl stair products, many installers prefer using PL adhesive. Once the adhesive is applied, the tread or nosing is positioned in place and pressed firmly to bond with the sub-surface. The product should then be left to set for 12–24 hours, depending on the glue type, to ensure a strong and lasting hold.
This method eliminates the need for sanding, staining, or applying a finish on-site. Since the stair parts come prefinished, the installation is far less messy and much quicker compared to traditional methods. In most cases, the entire staircase can be completed in under a day, making it a convenient solution for homeowners who want both efficiency and professional results.
Yes, stair products can be made to fit almost any size or shape. Since each tread, nosing, or riser is manufactured as a custom product, they are not limited to standard dimensions. Straight runs of stairs are the most common, but many homes have unique layouts that include curved staircases, three-step winders, or landings with unusual angles. These situations require precise measurements, but the products can be fabricated to fit correctly.
Curved stair nosings are a good example. Instead of trying to adapt a straight piece to a curved edge, we shape the nosing to follow the curve of your staircase. This ensures both a clean appearance and safe footing. Similarly, winders (triangular or pie-shaped steps that change the direction of a staircase) can be made with custom-sized treads so they line up seamlessly with your flooring.
Because these pieces are made from the same planks or solid wood used in your flooring, the match in color and finish remains consistent, no matter how complex the stair design is. The key step in this process is accurate measurement. Once the dimensions and angles are confirmed, the product is created to fit your unique stairway, giving you a result that looks natural and continuous.
Yes, vent covers can be made in virtually any size or shape to match the openings in your home. While the most common vent size in many houses is 4×10 inches, not every home follows this standard. Older houses, custom-built homes, or renovations often include vent openings that are wider, longer, or even irregular in shape. Standard store-bought covers don’t always fit these spaces properly, which is why custom vent covers are a practical solution.
Since our vent covers are made from the same prefinished flooring planks as the rest of your floor, they not only match perfectly in color and texture but can also be cut to the exact dimensions of your vent. This flexibility means you don’t have to worry about gaps, overhangs, or mismatched finishes. For non-rectangular vents, such as square, elongated, or uniquely shaped cut-outs, the covers can be fabricated to mirror those shapes.
Once in place, the covers sit flush with the flooring, creating a seamless look. Just like with stair treads and nosings, the fact that these come from prefinished planks means no additional sanding or staining is required. The result is a functional vent cover that blends into the design of your home without standing out as a separate piece.
Placing an order is simple. You can contact us directly by phone at 437-974-1915 or email us at info@customstairsolutions.ca, and our team will be happy to assist you. From the first conversation, we’ll guide you through the entire process—answering your questions, discussing your project needs, and helping you understand the best options for your staircase.
For all custom projects, the flooring material itself is usually supplied by the customer to ensure an exact match with the rest of the home. However, if you already know the exact flooring product you’re using, we can also source it for you. In that case, we’ll provide you with any leftover material at the end of the project so you can keep it for future use.
When it comes to unique staircases such as curved stairs, winders, or non-standard layouts the process is just as straightforward. We’ll take precise measurements, manufacture each piece to fit, and ensure the installation runs smoothly. Whether it’s a new build or a restoration project, we handle everything from consultation to manufacturing to installation. The goal is to make the process stress-free so you don’t have to worry about the technical details.
If you’re considering upgrading your stairs or vent covers, feel free to reach out. Even if you’re just starting to explore options, we’re here to provide clear guidance and help bring your project to life.
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