Steps & Staircases
Worn entrance steps resurfaced with a non-slip, matched finish, no replacement needed.
What Goes Wrong
The finish on steps is only as good as the preparation behind it. These are the failure modes that matter.
Without shuttering around each step, the resin and aggregate mix slumps at the edges before it cures, leaving a ragged nosing line.
Shuttering is set around every tread and riser to hold the mix in place until it cures fully, keeping nosing lines clean and sharp.
Finishing only the treads and leaving the vertical riser face untreated makes the steps look patched rather than resurfaced as a whole.
Aggregate and resin binder are applied to treads and risers separately, giving a consistent finish across the full step face.
Applying resin over a cracked or hollow concrete base traps the problem underneath, and the surface will delaminate within months.
Each tread and riser is checked for cracking, hollow sections, and movement before any material is applied or quoted.
A blunt or uneven leading edge chips quickly underfoot and creates a trip hazard at the most exposed point of each step.
The leading edge of each tread is finished precisely during application, reducing chipping risk and keeping the step edge safe and neat.
Scope of Work
From a single entrance step to a full garden staircase, the scope covers every surface that makes up the step.
Resin bound aggregate applied to the horizontal walking surface, primed and bonded directly to the concrete base for grip and durability.
The vertical face of each step is surfaced to match the tread, giving the whole staircase a unified finish rather than a patched appearance.
The leading edge of each tread is finished with shuttering and precise trimming to prevent chipping and define a clean, safe step edge.
Aggregate stone is selected to match an adjacent resin bound path or frontage, keeping the entrance consistent across all surfaces.
Front door steps resurfaced to match the frontage.
Multi-step garden runs with consistent tread finish.
Utility steps resurfaced for grip and low maintenance.
Why Choose Us
Steps are a more involved job than a flat surface, here is what makes the difference when arranging a local specialist.
Base inspection, preparation, shuttering, and resin application are each quoted as separate line items so you see exactly what you are paying for.
If the existing steps cannot hold a resin finish, the specialist says so before any work is quoted, not after it has started.
Aggregate is selected to align with any existing resin bound surfacing at the entrance, keeping the finish consistent across the whole approach.
Treads, risers, and nosings are each addressed individually in the quote, not bundled into a single line that hides what is included.
We connect you with a vetted independent local partner who works on Rayleigh residential entrances, not a generalist sent from out of area.
The Process
01
Tell us the number of steps, what they are made of now, and whether you want treads, risers, or both resurfaced.
02
A local specialist visits to check the concrete base, assess each tread and riser, and provide an itemised quote by work stage.
03
The specialist prepares the surface, sets shuttering, and applies the resin and aggregate mix to treads, risers, and nosings in sequence.
Pricing Estimates
| Job | Typical cost | Typical steps |
|---|---|---|
| Small step section | £600-£1,200 | 1-3 steps |
| Standard staircase finish | £1,200-£2,500 | 4-8 steps |
| Larger step or stair run | £2,500-£4,500 | 8-15 steps |
Describe your steps, what they are made of, and whether you want treads, risers, or both finished. We will arrange a local specialist to inspect the base and quote each stage separately.