How to Install Stair Nosings: BS 8300 UK Compliant Guide

Improve safety, prolong stair life, and meet accessibility regulations. This UK stair nosing installation guide walks you through choosing and installing stair nosings for homes, commercial spaces, and schools.

What Are Stair Nosings?

Stair nosings are trims fitted to stair tread edges. They improve grip, protect against wear, and provide visual contrast for safety. Most of our stair nosing profiles meet BS 8300:2018 and Part M building regulations.

Read our Complete UK Stair Nosing Guide

Tools & Materials You’ll Need

• Tape measure, pencil/chalk
• Mitre saw or hacksaw
• Drill and screwdriver
• PU or MS polymer adhesive
• Wall plugs (for concrete stairs)
• Chosen stair nosings

Step-by-Step Installation

1. Measure and Cut: Measure each tread and cut your nosing to size using a mitre saw.
2. Clean the Stair Edge: Ensure it's dry, dust-free, and level.
3. Mark and Drill: Use chalk to mark your fixings. Pre-drill if needed.
4. Apply Adhesive: Use PU or MS polymer adhesive on the nosing underside.
5. Fix in Place: Press the nosing firmly, screw down if applicable.
6. Insert Anti-Slip Strip: Press it in after fixing.(if not pre-bonded onto aluminium profile)

Shop Stair Nosings

Most of our stair nosing profiles are DDA compliant and designed to meet UK regulations:

• Anti Slip Stair Nosing (retro-fit)
• Commercial Stair Nosings(for offices,schools,etc)
• DDA Stair Nosing (DDA Compliance option)
• Aluminium Stair Nosing(anti-slip and plain)

Compliance Requirements (UK)

• BS 8300: 55 mm tread depth required, visual contrast mandatory
• Part M: Visual distinction between tread and nosing
• DDA (Equality Act): Stair edges must be visible for partially sighted users

Read our UK Stair Nosing Regulations Guide

Maintenance Tips

• Clean regularly with mild soap (no abrasives)
• Inspect fixings and inserts quarterly
• Replace worn or lifted nosings immediately

FAQs

Can stair nosings be adhesive only?

Yes. For light-duty or indoor use, construction adhesive is often sufficient.

Are these nosings suitable for schools or public buildings?

Yes, most of our our step nosing profiles are designed to comply with commercial safety standards.

Do I need contrast strips?

Yes. UK regs require at least 30% luminance contrast between the nosing and tread.

Download Resources

• Download Stair Nosings Installation Guide(PDF)
• Installation Checklist (PDF)

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