![]() ![]() If you decide to install carpet in your stairwell, make sure to include rubber safety treading in your budget. You might find it is easier to pick a carpet color first, and then coordinate your paint choices to it. Installing carpet, if not already present, can make a huge difference in the visual appeal and comfort of your stairwell. The floor numbers (1,2,3,4 or 5) were painted (in the corresponding color) on the stairwell door for each floor. We also painted the stair railings a color that coordinated with the carpet. The wall on each floor’s landing was painted a different color. We used brightly colored paint to make the stairwell landing walls cheerful and inviting. Paint is one of the most inexpensive ways to make a large visual impact in your stairwells. It would be a shame to spend a lot of money on framed artwork, for example, only to find out that it is against code in your area to hang them! Paint In the Project Checklist, we’ve provided some information to help you estimate costs for your area.Ī word about permits: Check with your building manager and safety officer to identify all relevant permits, fire and building codes BEFORE you make your purchases. Also, material and labor costs vary considerably across the country. We only had to make up the difference in materials and labor above what they had already scheduled for renovation. The cost of our project was substantially reduced because the building mangers were preparing to renovate the stairwell anyway. We have included some of our cost and material information for reference only. People considering replicating this project have asked us about project costs. Also, don’t limit yourself to the changes we made in our StairWELL project - use your needs assessment time to understand what employees would like and use. Before starting your stairwell renovation, check with your building manager about the possibilities. It is very difficult to accurately predict what a similar project will cost somewhere else, or even what supplies, materials, equipment, or permits will be necessary. ![]() The stairwell project at the Rhodes Building cost $18,200, including the infrared tracking system. ![]() Music - also helps create interest and increase use.īudget Worksheet - some general guidelines to developing a budget for your project. Motivational Signs - both inside and outside the stairwell. ![]() Rubber Stair Treads - necessary for extra safety when taking the stairs.įramed Artwork - gives people something to look at while they are walking up and down. Paint - to make your stairwells bright and colorful.Ĭarpet - easier on the feet than concrete, and more attractive too! Not sure what you will need to prepare your stairwells to become StairWELLs? To properly prepare for your stairs to become a safe and inviting and place to be, you’ll need some basic supplies and equipment for renovation. ![]()
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