Stone staircase made of natural and artificial materials. Types of degrees

Any stone staircase symbolizes strength, luxury and the standard of practicality and durability.

No wonder stairs made of natural stone were used in the construction of residential buildings, palaces and public places in ancient Rome and Greece.

Note!
Ancient buildings with similar elements are still monuments of architecture and remember the steps of great philosophers and emperors.

A bit of history

During the Renaissance, stone staircases became a real work of art. They were the adornment of royal palaces and their families, as well as an attribute of unsurpassed luxury and perfection. The craftsmen of the Middle Ages were good architects, and their skill in erecting such structures was honed to perfection.

In the Russian Empire, the boom in stone staircases fell during the reign of Peter the Great. In the 18th century, a stepped structure of granite or marble was installed in every house of an aristocrat according to the latest, at that time, novelties and developments of great architects.

Majestic stone steps, bright candelabra and generosity characteristic of the Russian people - all this was combined in the interior and the way of life of an aristocratic and slightly pretentious age.

Staircase made of natural and artificial stone in the modern world

And in modern society, these architectural masterpieces have not lost their relevance and relevance at all, and even on the contrary - they have gained it with even greater force. A staircase made of stone looks great in the interior of an office space, an elite hotel or a respectable city apartment and a country cottage.

For reference: The technology does not stand still and not so long ago a material appeared in production - liquid stone, from which countertops, sinks and much more are made.
But, unfortunately, there are no factories in Russia that cast molds from this substance yet.
And therefore, products made from a liquid substance belong to the category of expensive pleasure that not all ordinary people can afford.

But, having once spent the necessary amount, you will provide your home with a durable structure, the service life of which is up to 50 years, and even your grandchildren will remember your taste and nobility. Artificial stone stairs are in no way inferior in quality and durability to their counterparts made of natural material and at all times remain in demand always and everywhere.

In what interior will the staircase look better?

Any flight of stairs must be combined with the entire interior of the room. And if your house is decorated in a minimalist or high-tech style, then there is hardly a decent place for a construction made of solid natural or artificial stone.

Any staircase made of artificial stone or natural material - granite, marble, will perfectly complement large rooms with massive furniture in the classic style with its forms and massive regal appearance.

Note!
Any marble is very sensitive to natural anomalies and quickly loses its appearance and elegance under the influence of precipitation and temperature changes.
But granite, on the contrary, perfectly tolerates all natural whims, and will retain its original appearance and purity for many years.

Marble is perfect for making indoor stairs, and granite can also be used to decorate the entrance to a dwelling or a large room.

Pros and cons of stone stairs

Stairways are made by laying out stones in a certain sequence and then concreting them.

pros

• such structures are easily installed, both inside and outside the premises;
• perfectly withstand heavy loads;
• are distinguished by high wear resistance;
• silent during operation;
• refractory.

Minuses

• complex manufacturing and installation process;
• very heavy weight;
• take up too much space.

All about stone steps and their varieties

The whole process of creating stairs and steps from stone is quite complicated and not even a professional can do it. That is why not all apprentices can make such a structure with their own hands.

Although, if you try, then the network has instructions for novice bricklayers and amateur craftsmen and, having looked for it, you can try to master this complex process on your own experience.

But you should not immediately expect a masterpiece worthy of the pen of a great artist, perhaps the first time you get an unprepossessing ladder that vaguely resembles a stone structure, and after practicing, you will get a tangible result from your work and you can even build a good business on it.

Until the moment when the whole structure acquires its shine and grace, a lot of work remains to be done and each stage of the future structure must comply with the established GOST, and also be convenient for operation and safe.

Each time, going up and down the stairs, we do not perceive them as something separate, but we believe that the stairs and the steps are one indivisible whole. But, oddly enough, they are separate constituent elements of the entire staircase and are mounted in the form of separate segments.

Monolith, inserts or artificial materials

Stone itself is a rather expensive material for construction. In addition to the fact that the price for it is quite high, one should also take into account the cost of the supporting structures that will be needed in order to withstand the weight of a giant staircase with a large weight.

That is why it is very rare to find an interfloor structure made of natural stone even in expensive elite premises. Such a design, of course, is practical and looks very pompous, but this is only appropriate if the building and all its decoration are specially made in the style of palace architecture.

In modern ordinary rooms, stone is not the main purpose in construction, it is just a tool for giving the interior and the whole structure a visually more aesthetic and solid look. When using a stone in permissible norms, it is possible to create airy compositions with a beautiful look and graceful forms, which are very much appreciated by many lovers of high and pure materials all over the world.

For example, stairs made of artificial stone are not such in fact, but only bear this name because of their steps and balusters. Stone steps for stairs do not have to be monolithic; inserts made of natural or artificial material are enough to relieve the weight of the structure and visually give it a more airy look.

The photo shows that the staircase looks like a stone, but in fact it is a visual deception and the stone in its composition is used only for decoration, which gives it lightness and charm, as well as elegance and purity. Metal parts in this structure play not only the role of a fence, but also perfectly decorate the entire space, and the interior of the room only benefits from this.

Natural components such as marble, jasper, onyx are beautiful, but they are soft in nature and not suitable for making solid structures from them. But they are great for inserts, onlays and decorative elements.

This is widely used by all famous fashion designers and stylists around the world. Even the most ordinary concrete staircase will sparkle in a new light if it is refined with inserts from natural substances.

A staircase with a metal fence without risers will look very stylish.Her stair steps made of black artificial stone are the basis of the entire design and catch the eye with their appearance, devoid of any unnecessary details.

This structure can be done independently, if you wish. To do this, it is enough to install supports and purchase steps for your creation.

Loy stone, whether artificial or natural, will perfectly complement any interior with its appearance and perfection. The times of bragging have passed and now the harmony and aesthetic component of the entire interior are in the foreground.

Note!
The invulnerability of the stone is a myth.
Natural stone does not like roughness and bumps, which will entail potholes that can no longer be restored to perfect condition.
During installation work to work with marble or other natural material, you should carefully consider the choice of glue so that there are no streaks on the steps after work.

Types of steps

Steps are part of any structure. They are necessary to enter the premises, to climb to the attic, another floor, and even when climbing small hills.

Stone steps for stairs can be divided into several types:

• Overhead - steps, which are slabs for facing cement bases of staircases... They are no more than 2 cm thick and no more than 3 meters long. An excellent material for decoration, which is easy to install and has various colors, which allows you to fantasize when arranging your home. These universal steps can be used for both internal and external work on the improvement of the stairs. Sanded models are used for cladding inside the building, and heat-treated ones for outdoor work.
• One-piece steps for stairs made of artificial stone differ from overhead ones in their solidity, weight and thickness of the product, which can vary from 10 to 20 centimeters... These steps are good for their durability, because even after the entire structure has exhausted its limit of forces and becomes unusable, after dismantling it, the steps can be thoroughly washed, sanded and laid again. Most often, such monolithic structures are used in the construction of street structures.

Let's sum up

Of course, not all residents can afford such a staircase, because their cost is quite high and affordable for respectable and respectable people who wish to recreate the Baroque, Empire or Gothic style in their country family nest.

Such stairs are very durable and practical, perfectly complement any room with their appearance - from an office building to an ordinary two-level apartment. In the video in this article, you will see various types of stairs made with porcelain stoneware, onyx, popular and durable granite, as well as charming and noble marble.

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