Microcement stairs are an excellent decorative resource for connecting the floors of the house or business with a unique and personalized style. Opting for this cladding translates into an aesthetic that perfectly conveys the essence of any decorative style.
But the application of microcement on stairs requires greater technique to achieve the result that best suits the needs of each project. Below, we present some tips to achieve impeccable finishes and all that microcement stairs offer. Keep reading and take note!
Covering stairs with microcement requires professional mastery of this decorative cladding. The skilled application is the best guarantee to achieve safe and quality finishes. At MyRevest, we understand the importance of taking care of details in any application and, therefore, we present a series of tricks below to achieve microcement stairs with maximum safety.
-Reinforce the edges of the staircase with aluminum profiles
It is essential to protect the edges of the microcement staircase to prevent the cladding from being damaged by impacts. This is a key measure to achieve resistant finishes and with maximum beauty. With this decorative coating, the maxim of prevention is better than cure must be applied and the reinforcement of the edges is the best preventive measure.
-The power of non-slip microcement
Using a microcement with non-slip characteristics, as is the case with MyFloor, is an excellent decision to reinforce the safety of microcement stairs. This product gives the microcement stairs a more continuous and natural finish.
-The beauty of well-defined edges
Leaving the edges well defined is a guarantee for achieving an elegant result. It is the best way to present a professional application where the details have been meticulously looked after. Microcement stairs with well-defined edges are the best allies for creating a sophisticated atmosphere.
Microcement stairs are synonymous with unique finishes that are difficult to achieve with other materials, but the advantages of this material go much beyond aesthetics.
The absence of joints or cuts makes microcement the perfect decorative coating for creating stairs that enhance the spaciousness of the space and facilitate the cleaning of the surface. They help to define the aesthetics of the room, adapting to any decorative tendency.
Microcement stairs represent a perfect combination of aesthetics and functionality. The beauty of their finishes is joined with the performance that this material offers. Their high performances translate into a material with maximum resistance and that creates an exquisite decorative atmosphere.
The versatility of application is the strongest argument for covering stairs with microcement. It does not matter if it is an interior or exterior space, the microcement wraps the stairs turning them into unique architectural elements.
Applying microcement to an outdoor staircase is synonymous with extreme resistance that allows the coating to be maintained in a good state. This material is made to withstand the elements and be resistant to the sun's ultraviolet rays without suffering colour changes.
Microcement stairs are resistant to temperature changes, and they do not crack over time. The coating does not expand or contract when there are sudden thermal changes. With the use of mineral pigments, microcement does not discolor and withstands the passage of time. This material is ideal for areas exposed to heavy pedestrian traffic.
The stunning aesthetic results are just the tip of the iceberg. Microcement in stairs is perfect due to its high adherence to any type of surface. This feature facilitates application and ensures long-term safety.
It adheres perfectly to any surface, rough or smooth. The limits in microcement stairs are set by you.
Microcement stairs are much more than a commitment to safety and beauty of finishes. No other decorative coating will give us the options offered by microcement. The variety of colors it accepts becomes a determining ally when it comes to coating stairs.
Microcement application in stairs is a challenge for the professional applicator, and it is essential to have a refined skill to achieve a durable, stable coating with the highest quality. Below, we discover how to apply microcement to stairs.
The first step to apply a microcement coating on stairs is to clean the surface and ensure it is level, free of dust and grease. The quality of the surface greatly affects the success of the application. The base must be firm and consolidated.
With the support clean and prepared, the next step is to protect the surface. If there are walls surrounding the steps, they should be covered with a tape of paint and the floor with cardboard paper. The steps should also be sanded and vacuumed to remove any dust residues that may have remained.
The application of the primer allows the support to be consolidated and improves the adherence of the microcement layer to the surface. Then the fiberglass mesh is placed, which prevents the appearance of cracks and splits in the coating.
Apply two layers of MyBase preparation microcement, which enhances the resistance of the coating. After the first layer, it should be left to dry thoroughly depending on the support and environmental conditions. Subsequently, the surface must be sanded.
When the adhesion promoter is dry, two layers of finishing microcement should be applied to the stairs. With MyFloor you achieve a finish with anti-slip properties and aesthetically it offers a natural finish.
Both hands have to dry and the time varies depending on the type of support and environmental conditions. Once the drying time has been completed, each layer of microcement must be sanded with a grain 80 sandpaper.
Stairs are permanently exposed to strikes, abrasion and wear. The sealing allows to protect and reinforce the finish of the surface. To achieve a quality application, two layers of MyCover must be applied, a pore-filling primer that creates a protective film to prevent abrasive products from damaging the microcement stairs.
The two layers of MyCover have a drying time of 4 and 12 hours respectively. After the second hand, the surface must be sanded with a grain 400 sandpaper. The process is completed with another two hands of the MySealant 2K sealant varnish. Both need a drying time of 24 hours and must be sanded with a grain 400 sandpaper after the first layer.
Stairs are a very powerful architectural element in defining the aesthetics of any home. Often, they are the first thing we see when we cross the entrance door of the house. The visual impact that microcement on stairs brings makes it an ideal ally to create a unique style.
But before we get started, it's important to note that there are different types of microcement stairs. The first thing is to decide the structure and whether we want the stairs to have two walls, one or none. It's also important to be clear if we prefer stairs with an open structure, closed or built into the wall. If we opt for a minimalist style, microcement stairs with central support are an excellent choice.
When talking about design, microcement stairs with overhanging steps are an invitation to dream about diversity. Each step can have a different color or style. But if we choose to enhance brightness, it's time to choose suspended spiral stairs. We can also place a microcement stairway in the daytime areas.
A helical staircase is another excellent option for the microcement to shine in all its splendor. Covering the steps and walls in one piece allows for unprecedented openness. The white color is the perfect tone to enhance the finish of this type of staircase.
Microcement stairs are a perfect space to innovate and create a small architecture within a space, whether it's for domestic or professional use. Don't hesitate and turn any staircase into the main decoration object.