Floating Stair Treads

Floating stair treads

Cantilevered treads with no visible riser. The tread appears to emerge from the wall or stringer — a clean, architectural result that works best with harder, denser species and sufficient thickness to support the cantilever.

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Structural requirements

A floating tread must support its own weight and live loads without visible riser support. Thickness is the primary structural variable — 60mm to 80mm is the standard range for residential floating treads. The fixing method (threaded rod into the wall, steel plate, or stringer-mounted bracket) is determined by the builder or structural engineer and is not part of our scope.

We supply the tread to your specified dimensions with the fixing method clearly noted so the tread is routed, drilled, or prepared for the installation as required.

Species selection

The most suitable species for floating treads are those with high hardness scores: Kiaat, White Oak, Rhodesian Teak, and Iroko. European White Beech is also a reliable choice where a lighter tone is preferred.

Finish for floating treads

Satin varnish is the most commonly specified finish for floating treads — it provides sufficient protection for foot traffic while maintaining a natural appearance. Matt finishes are available but require more frequent maintenance on a heavily trafficked surface. See finish options →

Start your floating tread project

Send the tread dimensions, number of treads, fixing method, and preferred species. We'll confirm the preparation required and come back with a blueprint.

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Proof & Outcomes

Built work, not generic promises

Each project is quoted around dimensions, material behavior, and shipping realities so outcomes stay predictable from workshop to installation.

Recent Projects

Kitchen island in White Oak, delivered to Gauteng in 4 weeks with pre-finished install-ready sections.

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Commercial Batch

Restaurant tops in Kiaat with unified satin finish delivered as one production run for visual consistency.

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Specification Support

Architect-led project moved from concept to final cut list with thickness and reinforcement decisions handled up front.

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Southern Africa Coverage

Region-specific delivery and specification support

Project handling differs by distance, freight route, and install coordination. Use the areas-served map and shipping sequence to plan your quote submission correctly.

Gauteng Johannesburg · Pretoria Western Cape Cape Town · Stellenbosch KwaZulu-Natal Durban · Umhlanga Mpumalanga Mbombela · White River

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We build and ship across South Africa, with practical advice on species, thickness, finish, and lead times. You can start with a quick form or WhatsApp.

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Based in Mbombela, serving South Africa
Pre-finished, ready-to-install surfaces
Built-to-order with workshop precision

Before You Enquire

Questions Most Clients Ask First

Built in South Africa, quoted for your exact project, and designed for practical long-term performance.

Can you build to my exact measurements?

Yes. Most projects are made to exact dimensions, including sink and hob cutouts where required.

Do you deliver outside Mbombela?

Yes. We ship across South Africa and support projects in major metros and regional towns.

How long does production usually take?

Lead time depends on scope and species, but we provide clear timelines at quote stage before production starts.

Which wood should I choose?

We recommend based on use case, moisture exposure, visual preference, and maintenance expectations.