How Do I Care For My Outdoor Spiral Staircase?

An outdoor spiral staircase can be a lovely feature of your home. Both practical and aesthetically pleasing, an outdoor spiral staircase can add interest to your outdoor space and can provide easy access from upper rooms to your garden area. 

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Naturally, outdoor spiral staircases will need some maintenance as they will be subject to the outdoor environment and therefore more susceptible to the elements. Here we explore how you can take excellent care of your outdoor spiral staircase and ensure it stays strong, safe, and looking great for years to come.

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Choose Your Material Wisely

Not all outdoor spiral staircases are created equal! Make sure that when you are shopping for yours, you choose one crafted from a durable, robust metal that can stand up well to severe weather conditions and will not rust or deteriorate over time. Our Zink Exterior Spiral Staircase Kits are designed to withstand the elements. Manufactured in steel with a hot-dip galvanised Zinc finish, you get the best of both worlds, combining extra hardy steel with the hot-dip galvanised Zinc to form a solid barrier around the steel means your staircase will be very resistant to oxidation and remain in fantastic condition for years.

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Dusting Your Staircase

You may find that dust and dirt settle on your outdoor staircase over time. Particularly in hot, dry, windy weather, dust and dirt from the garden can be picked up and get into the nooks and crannies of your spiral staircase. You should try to dust your staircase regularly to ensure that these particles don’t layer and become compact, making them harder to remove.

Cleaning your staircase

You should also take the time to clean your outdoor spiral staircase every couple of weeks. Using a mixture of washing-up liquid (diluted with water at a ratio of 1-4 soap to water), you can gently remove more stubborn dirt, smears and fingerprints to keep your staircase looking at its best. Avoid using polishes that contain strong chemicals and may damage the protective layer of your staircase.

Painting Your Spiral Staircase

If you wish to paint your outdoor spiral staircase, to refresh and upgrade the look, you need to ensure you choose the correct paint for the job. Make sure you choose weather-resistant outdoor paint that you can paint on top of galvanised metal. Clean and dry the surface beforehand and scrape off any flaking paint from previous paint jobs before you begin. You may also wish to apply a rust-resistant primer if the paint you are using doesn’t already have this mixed into it. Spray paint can also be a good option as it will give the most even finish.

Routine Maintenance

Checking over your outdoor spiral staircase every few months is a good idea. Look for any rust spots or damage that may have occurred over time. If you spot rust, gently remove this. You should also lookout for any safety issues that could possibly occur during extreme weather conditions to ensure your staircase remains safe to use.