Pine Cut String Staircase: North London Manufacturing

Project: North London | Material: Premium Pine | Manufacturing Time: 3 weeks

This North London project showcases our precision manufacturing of a pine cut string staircase. As a supply-only manufacturer serving London, Hertfordshire, Essex, and Cambridgeshire for over 40 years, we delivered this complete staircase kit for professional installation.

What is a Cut String Staircase?

Cut string staircases feature timber strings cut in a zigzag pattern to expose the tread nosings. This creates visual interest compared to closed string designs where treads remain hidden. The exposed profile transforms functional stairs into an architectural feature.

Why Pine for This Project?

Pine offered the ideal combination for this North London property:

• Strength: Premium-grade pine provides excellent structural properties for residential use

• Workability: Consistent grain allows precise CNC cutting for clean profiles

• Value: Cost-effective alternative to hardwood while maintaining professional appearance

• Versatility: Accepts various finishes to suit different interior styles

Manufacturing Process

Our Hertfordshire facility used CNC precision to create each component:

Design Phase: CAD modelling ensured accurate fit within the existing opening while meeting Building Regulations requirements.

CNC Cutting: 32mm pine strings were cut with mathematical precision to create the characteristic stepped profile that gives cut string staircases their distinctive look.

Component Preparation: Treads received pencil-round nosing (8mm radius) for a modern appearance, while return ends were precision-cut to hide end grain.

Key Specifications

• String Size: 32mm x 260mm premium pine

• Tread Thickness: 32mm with pencil-round profile

• Rise/Going: 200mm rise, 225mm going (Building Regulations compliant)

• Width: 850mm to suit existing opening

• Manufacturing Tolerance: ±1mm accuracy throughout

Cut String Construction Details

Exposed Treads: The zigzag cut string profile showcases each step, creating depth and visual appeal that suits both period and contemporary London properties.

Return Ends: Carefully machined to conceal end grain and provide clean finish lines essential for professional appearance.

Precision Joints: All components manufactured for seamless assembly, with mortise and tenon joints where elements intersect.

Supply-Only Advantages

Manufacturing in our local Hertfordshire workshop provides:

• Quick Delivery: 3-week manufacturing time with direct transport to London

• CNC Precision: Eliminates on-site adjustments for professional installers

• Quality Materials: Premium timber selection ensures consistent results

• Complete Kits: All components supplied ready for assembly

Building Regulations Compliance

All dimensions meet current Document K standards:

• Consistent rise and going measurements

• Appropriate structural sizing for residential loading

• String preparation for standard balustrade fixing

Regional Coverage

This project represents our ongoing service to:

• London (all areas)

• Hertfordshire

• Essex

• Cambridgeshire

The Result

This pine cut string staircase demonstrates how modern CNC manufacturing can produce traditional designs with contemporary precision. The exposed tread profile creates architectural interest while the premium pine material provides lasting performance.

For supply-only staircase requirements across the Southeast, our manufacturing facility delivers complete solutions from standard configurations to bespoke designs.

Contact us for your next project:

• Phone: 0203 991 1071

• Email: info@dabstairs.com

• Workshop: Unit 1 Bramfield Place Farm, Hertford SG14 2FD

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DAB Stairs: Four decades of precision staircase manufacturing, supplying London, Hertfordshire, Essex, and Cambridgeshire.