Solid sawn posts are cut from a single solid piece of lumber to standard construction dimensions.
Is laminate for stairs stronger than solid wood.
Sometimes you can sell the stairs as a showpiece.
This issue can be resolved by using high quality laminates with certified ratings.
Glulam glued laminated timber is an extraordinary engineered wood building material.
The manufacturing process creates an incredibly durable product that can withstand a demanding work environment.
When the solid beam is cut from the tree it is not kiln dried so its moisture content is very high.
As stated most laminates are slippery although 3m makes some decent clear non skid.
When it comes to affordability laminate furniture offers great value.
Stairs almost always require custom woodwork.
If the stairs are located in high traffic areas of the house you can use textured laminate flooring.
Compared to solid wood options laminate furniture is much more stain and scratch resistant.
You can get more for your money and enjoy stylish pieces that will.
If they are just your generic stairs your options are limited.
The boards usually 3 4 inch thick are generally milled with a smooth top surface and tongue and groove edges that interlock to hold the boards together.
I d push for solid but it can be a tough sell if they are using the same laminate throughout.
Glulam has been shown to be as strong as steel with greater strength and stability than similarly sized standard dimensional lumber.
Most laminate flooring stairs are a bit slippery.