With over 20 years' experience with prefabricated formwork systems, we've come up with this comparison including all the pros & cons you need to weigh up your decision...
>> CONVENTIONAL STAIRS <<
PROS
» it's typically the cheapest method on paper
» it's a well-established construction method that's been used for many years
CONS
» it's very labour intensive & can take a long time.
» the method can be easily out of tolerance (at around +-20mm)
» it tends to create a lot of waste with stripping the formwork
>> PREFORMED STAIRS <<
PROS
» stairs that are preformed typically speed up the construction by 70-80%
» handrails can be fitted before the stairs are installed, providing immediate edge protection & a safer site
» an in-built screed fold ensures you have level, accurate treads every single time.
» it's built to very, very high tolerances (+-2mm/3mm)
» the long-term costs are much cheaper & with handrails included in the package you have less trades onsite.
» it comes with a full design package
CONS
» it can seem expensive
» it's an innovative construction method that many are unfamiliar with
So there you have it... what type of stairs do you use?
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