Removal of a Concrete Stairs ...

chrusty1973

Just wondering if anyone ever removed a concrete stairs from an almost finished new build ?

I know it is a mad thing to do, or even think about doing, but it just does not work right, so want to get rid, and put in a timber stairs.

Have contacted the supplier but so far has been no help.

Has anyone ever even heard of it being done or am I just off my head ?

Tks

RKQ

Everything is possible but to remove a precast conc stairs could be expensive.
It would be easier if the 1st floor or roof wasn't installed.

Demolition is possible - kangoo, sledge & con-saw - subject to strict Health & Safety guidelines.

OP whats wrong with the stairs?
Can it be adjusted, recast or altered without having to be removed?
A photo would be useful.

FesterBeatty

Be sure its not providing lateral stability to a large wall panel subject to wind load. No doubt the engineer involved will advise you.

chrusty1973

Tks for replys,

I've added a couple of pics ....

When coming in the front door the stairs is too much in your face, so going to out in a more simple L type woodens stairs. It will open up the hall.

Pic 1 is a look at it from the side
Pic 2 is when you walk in the front door.

Hope this makes sense.

mickdw

Get it cut out if you have a better plan. Will cost a few quid though.

RKQ

Hi chrusty1973,
The photo's are very useful. At least it should be possible to cut the L in sections small enough to be removed out a door ope, on a pallet trolley or wheelbarrow. I'd prop the middle & work from the top down. It will be labour intensive and therefore expensive.

I'm not sure if a L shaped timber stairs will be any less imposing, given that the hall, landing, floor to ceiling heigh etc will remain the same. Stair width, riser & treads are all governed by the Building Regulations.

The existing stairs will look better with a hand rail and after second fix - doors, architrave, skirting etc.
How will the L shaped timber stairs be different?

Hotwheels

Why not clad the existing stairs in timber, done this before, fitted strings, solid threads and risers, hand rails, spindles..

It would certainly work out cheaper...Any joinery should be able to quote you a price to supply timber. And fit perhaps....