{"title":"Stair Nosing","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStair Nosing for Flooring Projects\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStair nosing is commonly used when flooring is fitted on stairs, step-downs or raised floor edges. It sits at the front of the step and helps finish the exposed edge where the tread meets the riser.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs one of the practical \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/flooring-accessories\"\u003eflooring accessories\u003c\/a\u003e used in stair installations, the right flooring stair nosing should be selected based on the flooring type, stair shape, profile size, material and installation method. Some nosing profiles are designed for laminate flooring, while others may be suitable for wood, vinyl or SPC floors, depending on the product specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the Right Stair Edge Trim\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen choosing a stair edge trim, start by checking the thickness and construction of the flooring. A profile that works with one laminate or wood floor may not be suitable for another with a different depth, click system or fitting method.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou should also check the width, length, edge shape, finish and fixing method. Some stair nosing products are designed to create a rounded edge, while others may have a square, angled or more minimal profile. The finish should also complement the flooring and the wider room design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStair Nosing for Laminate and Wood Flooring\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStair nosing for laminate flooring is often used where laminate is installed across stair treads or step edges. Laminate stair nosing should be checked against the flooring thickness, profile type and manufacturer guidance before fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWood stair nosing may be suitable for selected engineered wood or solid wood flooring projects. Depending on the product, it may be available in oak, walnut, unfinished, lacquered, oiled or colour-matched finishes. For wood flooring, movement allowance, subfloor condition and fitting method should always be considered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials, Colours and Finishes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStair nosing is available in a range of materials, colours and finishes that UK customers often compare when choosing a suitable profile. Common options may include aluminium, solid wood and wood-effect finishes, as well as profiles designed for laminate, vinyl or other flooring types depending on the product range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA close colour match can help the nosing blend with the floor, while a contrasting trim can create a more defined step edge. Before ordering, carefully compare the product image, dimensions, profile shape, and finish, especially if you are matching stair nosing to an existing floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg fetchpriority=\"high\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1028\/1733\/3579\/files\/stair-nosing.webp?v=1791652913\" alt=\"stair nosing\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat to Check Before Buying Stair Nosing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore ordering stair nosing, check the practical details of your staircase and flooring project. This helps reduce the risk of choosing a profile that does not match the floor, step edge or installation method.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It Matters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eFlooring type\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eLaminate, wood, vinyl and SPC floors may need different stair nosing profiles\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eFloor thickness\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe profile must suit the depth of the flooring being fitted\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eStair shape\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eStraight steps, landings and step-downs may need different trim details\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eProfile size\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eWidth, depth and length should suit the step edge\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaterial\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eAluminium, wood, laminate or vinyl-compatible options may perform differently\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eColour \/ finish\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nosing should complement the floor and room design\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eFitting method\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome profiles may be adhesive, screw-fixed or fitted using a base profile\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduct guidance\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eManufacturer and installer instructions should always be checked before fitting\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStair Nosing, Door Bars and Thresholds: What Is the Difference?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStair nosing is designed for the front edge of a step or stair tread. It helps finish the exposed edge where the flooring meets the stair edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDoor bars and threshold strips are usually used between rooms, in doorways or where two floor surfaces meet. While all three products are finishing trims, they are used in different areas of a flooring project and should not be treated as interchangeable without checking the product specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNeed Help Choosing Stair Nosing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoosing the right stair nosing can affect the final appearance and detail of a staircase installation. If you are unsure which profile, colour or material is suitable, check the product details carefully before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe team at \u003ca href=\"\/\"\u003eFlooring Surgeons\u003c\/a\u003e can help you consider the flooring type, floor thickness, stair layout and finish you want to achieve. For staircase projects, professional fitting advice is recommended, especially where floor levels, existing stair edges or product compatibility need to be checked.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"14mm-thick-aluminium-stair-nosing-2-7m","title":"14mm Thick Aluminium Stair Nosing 2.7m","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis aluminium stair nosing is the 14mm thick version, supplied in a 2.7m length. It fits over the front edge of each step, where a staircase takes the most wear, and gives laminate, engineered wood or LVT treads a clean, finished nose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nose of a step is the part your heel strikes on the way down, so it is the first place a floor chips, lifts or wears through. A metal nosing covers that edge, protects the flooring behind it and gives each step a clear, defined line, which helps people see where the tread ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it works with\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is listed for use with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/laminate-flooring\"\u003elaminate flooring\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engineered-wood-flooring\"\u003eengineered wood flooring\u003c\/a\u003e and luxury vinyl (LVT). Check that the 14mm thickness suits the floor you are laying on your stairs before you order. We also stock a thinner aluminium version and a solid oak lipping in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stair-nosing\"\u003estair nosing\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOrdering\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach piece is 2.7m long, so measure the width of every step and work out how many cuts you can get from each length. If you are not sure which profile or thickness to choose, call us on 0121 274 8575 or visit the Halesowen showroom at 214a Dudley Road.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flooring Surgeons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58584861901131,"sku":"AN2","price":79.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1028\/1733\/3579\/files\/1.-14mm-Chrome-Stairnosing_4154e767-705f-4dd9-a0eb-5d1a162effc0.webp?v=1790238010"},{"product_id":"8mm-thick-aluminium-stair-nosing-2-7m","title":"8mm Thick Aluminium Stair Nosing 2.7m","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur 8mm aluminium stair nosing gives the edge of each step a hard-wearing metal finish. It is sold in a 2.7m length, which you cut down to the width of your treads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy stairs need nosing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery time someone walks down the stairs, the front edge of the tread takes the impact. Without a nosing, the edge of a wood or laminate board is exposed and can chip or split over time. An aluminium profile protects that edge and makes the line of each step easier to see.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFloors it suits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis version is listed for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/laminate-flooring\"\u003elaminate\u003c\/a\u003e, engineered wood and solid wood. Make sure the 8mm thickness matches the flooring on your stairs. For thicker floors, we also sell a deeper aluminium nosing, and there is a solid oak stair lipping for a wood-on-wood finish. See them all in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stair-nosing\"\u003estair nosing\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanning your order\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasure each step and count how many you can cut from each 2.7m length before ordering. Call us on 0121 274 8575 if you want help picking a profile.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flooring Surgeons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58584863244619,"sku":"AN1","price":69.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1028\/1733\/3579\/files\/1.-8mm-Chrome-Stairnosing-1.webp?v=1790238023"},{"product_id":"8mm-thick-real-wood-solid-oak-stair-lipping-2-7m","title":"8mm Thick Real Wood Solid Oak Stair Lipping 2.7m","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis stair lipping is a solid oak nosing profile, 8mm thick and supplied in a 2.7m length. It gives wood stairs a real timber edge and can also finish other exposed edges around the home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere to use it\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFit it as a nosing along the front of steps and stairs, where the tread edge needs protecting and a clean finish. It is also useful for trimming exposed floor edges, such as the edge around a mat well by the front door, or anywhere a floor ends without a wall to hide it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it works with\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe lipping is listed for engineered wood and solid wood floors. Because it is real oak, it sits naturally next to an oak floor and can be finished to match. Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engineered-wood-flooring\"\u003eengineered wood flooring\u003c\/a\u003e for stairs, or compare it with aluminium options in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stair-nosing\"\u003estair nosing\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBefore you order\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasure the width of each step and work out how many cuts each 2.7m length will give you. If you are unsure about the right profile for your stairs, call 0121 274 8575 or visit us in Halesowen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flooring Surgeons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58584863310155,"sku":"WS1","price":75.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1028\/1733\/3579\/files\/ws1-new.webp?v=1790238024"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.flooringsurgeons.co.uk\/collections\/stair-nosing.oembed","provider":"Flooring Surgeons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}