October 6, 2020 In regards to any material there is select-grade, standard-grade and feature-grade. The grade of timber refers to how much feature is in the timber. Select-grade material is nice and clear with almost no feature and feature-grade material has the most feature throughout. We quote staircases using select-grade material as timber with features can weaken the...
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May 12, 2020 For customers wanting to cover their staircase in carpet, flooring, tiles etc. You will be looking for either a ply or a pine staircase. These are your cheapest options as you would not want to spend your hard-earned money on a hardwood staircase that will be covered later. But which option should you choose? The...
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April 1, 2020 You will get a descriptive quote from us but it has come to our attention that even though our quote is quite descriptive some of our customers misinterpret some details. What’s included? What’s not included? What’s standard? Important details to note are as follows: Balustrade: All balustrade that is quoted, is quoted at 1m high....
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February 20, 2020 We have had customers express their concerns with us, as we require a 50% deposit, even suggesting it is illegal. For a registered builder, it is illegal to ask for 50% deposit as it is a big build requiring many stages, therefore stage payments are required. We are engaged by builders as an independent contractor...
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January 28, 2020 Due to our current processes, we are unable to conduct a measure prior to order. Kris the director of the company is the only person that can conduct measures at this time. His time is very valuable as he quotes, consults, manages production, measures and assists with installation. This is why we conduct measures after...
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December 19, 2019 As we are coming close to the year’s end, we reflect on the year that has passed and set goals for the new year to come. What a year it’s been! Coastal Staircases is getting busier and busier with each year. We welcome our new builders to our list of satisfied customers and look forward...
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November 14, 2019 Drawings: If you require a drawing for any reason, whether it be to submit to council for their approval, or you just want to know what your staircase and balustrade will look like, we can help you. We can provide a drawing through Sketchup which will give you a clear idea of what you have...
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October 10, 2019 At Coastal Staircases we pride ourselves on the quality of our products. That’s why our timber staircases are always quoted with select-grade material. Unless you specify a lesser grade, select is what you are going to get. Feature-grade and standard grade can have veins, holes and knots that can weaken parts of your staircase which...
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August 29, 2019 It’s becoming increasingly difficult for surveyors to sign off on particular fittings and fixtures in application of balustrades. This is due to the extremely large variety of materials, fittings and fixtures available and the varied applications that they can all be applied. We understand that this can be hard for the surveyors to keep track...
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