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The edge of the step,gripped and visible.

A tough, non-slip strip along the edge of every step, in a colour you can see clearly. Cut to fit your stairs, inside or out.

A straight flight of timber stairs with a black grit nosing and yellow edge on every tread, and a wall handrail

The stepyou can’t see.

Coming down the stairs is when most stair falls happen. Often it is because the edge of a step wasn’t where you thought it was.

As we age, it gets harder to see where one step ends and the next begins. It is hardest when the steps are all one colour, or the light is dim.

A stair nosing is a strip fitted along the front edge of each step. It gives your foot grip, and draws a bright line so you can see every edge clearly.

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Three brick entry steps, each with an aluminium nosing and a black non-slip insert along its front edge, beside a stainless steel handrail post

Whatwe fit.

  • Stair nosings

    Wrap over the front edge of each step, so they grip the top and protect the edge from wear.

  • Flat strips

    Lie flat on ramps, landings, and paths, with the same grip and bright colour.

  • Cut to fit your stairs

    Cut to the full width of each step, so there is no gap at the end where your foot might land.

Vital Ease at a glance

Projects completed
2,000+

Projects completed

Agreements with Home Care Package and NDIS providers
250+

Agreements with Home Care Package and NDIS providers

Valued customers
1,000+

Valued customers

  • NDIS — National Disability Insurance Scheme registered provider
  • State-wide Equipment Program approved supplier
  • Home Care Packages approved provider

Doneproperly.

We follow the Australian Standard for access (AS 1428.1), which sets out what makes stair edges safe.

  • Easy to see

    The strip must be much lighter or darker than the step, not just a different colour. We choose it against your stairs.

  • On every step

    If only some steps are marked, your eyes start to trust the pattern and miss the rest. So every step gets one.

  • Flush and flat

    The strip grips your foot without sticking up enough to trip on.

How itworks.

  1. A clear, fixed quote

    Priced per staircase, from a site visit or your occupational therapist’s report.

  2. One visit to fit

    We measure each step, cut the strips to fit, and fix them down. You can use the stairs the same day.

  3. Backed by warranty

    All work is done by licensed tradespeople and backed by the relevant warranties.

Other ways tomake stairs safer.

  • A handrail comes first

    A bright edge helps you see the step. A rail catches you if you still miss it.

  • New steps

    If your steps are too small for your whole foot, or uneven, new steps are the safe answer.

Not sure what you need? Call us for a free phone consultation, and we’ll talk you through the options. No obligation.

Questions

What people ask aboutstair nosings & strips.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why not just use non-slip tape on the stairs?
On stairs you rarely use, tape is fine. On stairs you climb many times a day, tape wears through or lifts within a year, and a lifted edge can trip you. A stair nosing lasts much longer and protects the edge of the step too.
What colour should the nosing be?
One that is much lighter or darker than your steps, not just a different colour. Two colours of the same lightness can look like one flat surface to someone whose eyesight has changed. We choose the colour against your actual stairs.
Do you have the slip rating and compliance paperwork?
Yes. We send you the maker’s documents for the exact product before you decide. Your occupational therapist or building surveyor will usually want them on file. Just call or email and ask.
Can these go on outdoor steps?
Yes, and they are especially useful outside. They don’t rust, and they don’t wear smooth in the weather like tape or paint. Outdoor timber steps and ramp landings are two of the most common places we fit them.
Can they be fitted in a rental?
Usually, yes. They are fixed to the step without changing its structure, and can be taken off again. They also protect the step edges while they are on, which owners like. Check with your agent, but they rarely say no.

Can’t see your question? Call us on +61 3 8658 1358 — we’re happy to talk it through.

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Ready to make your home safer and more accessible? Our team is here to help from your first consultation through to the final handover. Let’s talk about what’s possible for your home.

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