Stairs

Tips from Real-Estate-Agents.com

Stairs can be as beautiful as they are functional, the focal point of a home. Staircases are created using many different pieces to create the system, much like putting together a puzzle. Although a curved or flared stair may be most formal, use of fancy railings, newels, rosettes, mouldings, etc. can make a straight staircase more elegant.

When repairs are necessary: Because stairs are made of pieces, it may be possible to just replace one piece if the staircase is not too old. If it is an older staircase, it may be necessary to replace the entire railing so they match or have one or two custom made to match the others.

Because it may be necessary to remove the entire railing to repair or replace just one baluster, a skilled finish carpenter should tackle the job.

-- Tips courtesy of Service Magic