Oak staircase stained warm brown, with a wood handrail, white spindles and a white painted skirt board
A New Era Flooring project.

Non-Slip Stair Finishes And Stair Runners In Ottawa

Plan The Work Around Your Home

Slippery hardwood stairs are a big concern for a lot of homeowners. New Era Flooring can put a non-slip finish on refinished or brand-new hardwood stairs. If you would rather have carpet underfoot, we arrange a carpet runner or fully carpeted stairs through the carpet installer we work with.

A Non-Slip Finish For Hardwood Stairs

When we refinish a staircase or install new hardwood steps, we can discuss non-slip finish options for the treads.

What Finish Do You Use?

Water-based finishes are among the options we can discuss. Confirm the specific product, curing time and maintenance instructions for your stairs when we quote.

  • Non-Slip Stair Finishes
  • Carpet Runners
  • Full Stair Carpeting
  • Related Stair Refinishing
Close view of oak stair treads with a satin, lightly textured finish
AI-generated service illustration, not a completed New Era project.

Carpet Runners And Carpeted Stairs

If you prefer carpet on the stairs, the carpet installer we work with can fit a runner down the centre of hardwood steps or carpet the stairs fully. Planning it with the rest of the stair work means the steps are finished and ready before the carpet goes on.

Non-Slip Finish Or Runner?

A non-slip finish keeps the full hardwood look and is part of the refinishing. A runner adds softness and quiet underfoot while showing wood at the edges. Some people do both. We can talk it through when we see the stairs. If the steps need more than a new finish, see stair rebuilds and railings.

Non-Slip Stair Finishes And Stair Runners Questions

Can Hardwood Stairs Be Made Less Slippery?

Yes. We can apply a non-slip finish when stairs are refinished or when new hardwood steps are installed.

Can The Non-Slip Finish Go On My Existing Stairs?

It goes on as part of refinishing, so existing stairs are sanded and refinished with the non-slip finish as the top coat.

Do You Install Carpet Runners?

Yes, through the carpet installer we work with. We can arrange a runner or fully carpeted stairs.

What Finish Do You Use On Stairs?

Ask which product will be used and what curing instructions apply.