Outdoor Floating Staircases

Set against a garden patio, pool deck, or balcony area, an outdoor floating staircase becomes an uninterrupted piece of the landscape that can withstand sunny, wet, and icy weather conditions.

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Built to perform under the toughest outdoor exposure

From the aluminum stringer to the hardware anchoring it to a deck, patio, or wall, every material and connection point on an exterior floating staircase is selected to handle rain, UV exposure, and temperature swings, all while preserving its sleek, open-riser design that defines modern style.

Aluminum stringer construction

The structural framing is constructed in aluminum, the standard for exterior installations. It resists corrosion in salt air and coastal humidity, and holds up to temperature swings without surface degradation.

Powder-coated finish

A heavy-duty powder coat finish protects the outdoor stair from UV exposure, salt air, and moisture and is resistant to scratching, rusting, and chipping. Available in a wide range of colors, it holds its color without requiring seasonal touch-up or repainting.

All-weather tread materials

Wood composite, teak wood, and powder-coated metal tread options offer different styles to meet your style needs, but all hold up against moisture, UV exposure, and daily foot traffic without warping, splintering, or added upkeep.

Seamless exterior connections

An outdoor floating stair often connects to a larger scope in progress, whether it be new deck framing, a roof terrace, patio, balcony or landscape grading. We work directly with your contractor to review the connection strategy before your stair is finalized, avoiding changes later in the build.

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Your edge of the shoreline

When the beach is steps away, don’t let anything block the view. Connect a raised beach house deck to ground level with an outdoor floating staircase. No vertical treads or wall enclosures break the sightline, so the walk down feels like an extension of the beach itself. A wireless lighting kit keeps the night going even past sunset.

Your urban rooftop

When the city feels busy, escape to higher ground. Whether your rooftop terrace is used as a private garden or patio area, an outdoor floating staircase enhances the view and is built to handle any kind of weather thrown at it.

Your hillside meadow

A house on the hillside is designed to be a part of the nature surrounding it. Connect a covered outdoor deck to the steep natural terrain below safely and seamlessly. With a variety of customizable options, the floating staircase works in harmony with everything around it.

FEATURES

Aluminum frame resists corrosion in the high-salinity air a beachfront installation experiences daily
Powder coat finish holds color through UV exposure and salt air
Wired lighting package features a low-profile LED light on each tread to illuminate the entire stair

Aluminum framing holds up to rooftop-level wind exposure and temperature swings
A single anchor point suits a retrofit without added structural load
Treads can be selected to match existing outdoor materials

Outdoor open risers allow light and scenery to pass right through the staircase for unobstructed views
Aluminum framing holds up to the freeze-thaw cycling common at elevation
We work with your contractor on structural engineering that is calculated to the specific grade of your hillside

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Gates and rails that are built to coordinate

Coordinating railings and gates are available to match new or existing exterior finishes. It’s all designed and finished in-house alongside your staircase.

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FAQ

Honest answers to frequently asked questions

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01 / FIT AND USE CASE

Can an outdoor floating staircase connect to an existing deck, patio, or retaining wall?

Yes. An outdoor floating staircase is engineered to its specific point of attachment, whether that’s a deck ledger, patio slab, balcony rail, or retaining wall. Because the load path is calculated to that connection rather than a standard configuration, reviewing site conditions early, while surrounding construction is still in progress, allows connection details to be resolved before those elements are finalized.

Can an outdoor floating staircase serve as the main path to a lower level, or is it typically used for secondary access?

Both. An outdoor floating staircase can be built to meet local code requirements for a primary connection between an elevated deck or entry and grade, the same standard required of any staircase serving that role. Tread depth, rise and run, and guard height requirements vary by jurisdiction, so confirm the specifics with your local building department while the design is still in planning.

02 / MATERIALS, DRAINAGE, AND SAFETY

What materials are used for an outdoor floating staircase?

The stringer and structural framing are fabricated in aluminum, selected for its resistance to corrosion and its ability to hold up under continuous outdoor exposure. Tread material is chosen from all-weather options including wood composite, teak, or aluminum and are each selected for resistance to moisture, UV exposure, and foot traffic without warping or splintering. A powder coat finish protects the frame from salt air, humidity, and sun.

How does an outdoor floating staircase handle rain or snow?

Is an outdoor floating staircase safe to walk on when it is wet?

Does an open, single-stringer design feel sturdy outside?

Yes. Each tread anchors to a single stringer engineered for the specific rise, run, and connection point of that installation, whether it’s a deck, patio, balcony, or retaining wall. The structure is calculated to carry that load through the freeze-thaw cycling, wind exposure, and daily use any exterior staircase experiences. The sleek, open-riser design changes its appearance, not its rigidity.

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