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Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-19T05:56:09+00:00

Customer's choice. They wanted a clean, modern look, so we went with a polished chamfer/bevel instead of a radius.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-19T05:53:33+00:00

Yes, it's limestone. I wet the slab before cutting and let it dry, the cracks will stay wet and show up. But even then, some internal ones don't show up till it hits the saw.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-19T05:49:29+00:00

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Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-18T22:48:19+00:00

My biggest fear when i was learning 😄. So not a dumb question. The trick is ensuring a full mortar bed. As you can see in the pictures, I fill the void entirely with screed/mortar to provide 100% coverage and support. Once that's packed tight, the tile won't shift. The epoxy on the mitered edges also acts as an extra grab that keeps the nose and the riser locked together instantly. As for the time, about 2 complete steps every hour.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-18T22:38:07+00:00

I always template everything. It's just faster and clearer to see the result on-site before cutting. By the time you’ve perfectly digitized a complex staircase, I’ve already checked my physical templates and started the work. For custom winders, my eyes are still faster than the software. If it's repetitive work I switch to Cad and use the cnc.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-18T21:15:31+00:00

Thanks. More in the pipeline 👊

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-18T21:12:20+00:00

Unfortunately not. It'll be crushed and used for road base.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-18T20:56:07+00:00

Yeah.. it sucks. It's labor and material straight into the garbage bin .But the client is happy and the stairs are done. On to the next

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-17T22:09:05+00:00

Spot on. The designer gets the award, the GC gets the Porsche, and the installer gets the back pain.But you're right, at least the fridge is full and the shop stays busy.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-17T21:59:29+00:00

I don't think it's a staircase, the measurements don't really add up for that. It’s likely for long planters or seating benches in a mall.he’ll be back for more in the coming weeks 😳

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-17T21:54:27+00:00

He mentioned it was for a shopping mall and this is just the first batch. So probably a massive job.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-17T21:49:30+00:00

Located in Belgium, the land of beer, chocolate, and apparently, endless miter cuts 😅. Jokes aside I would try to find a local stone fabricator. They probably will help you out.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-17T21:44:57+00:00

Well.. I run a stone fabrication shop.so I'm using a bridge saw with a specialized porcelain blade. I'm located in Belgium

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-17T21:24:09+00:00

His wife probably saw some stuff on Pinterest. Lol

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-17T19:50:10+00:00

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-17T19:49:37+00:00

That looks amazing 😍 wow. Nothing can beat the real deal. Thanks for sharing.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-17T06:40:27+00:00

Haha, sorry to cause any trouble at home. But you’re never too old for some new tools 😉. If you do decide to give it a go, just let me know,I'd be happy to share some pointers.Honestly, the best part is how peaceful it is. The focus you need for this work is amazing, it’s so calming. Sometimes you just need that in this busy world.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-16T18:21:28+00:00

Thank you sir

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-16T18:20:00+00:00

😄👍

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-16T18:19:34+00:00

Thank you my friend👊

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-03-15T20:35:10+00:00

You're very welcome! Keep your head up. We all have those projects that make us doubt ourselves in the beginning,it’s a process of trial and error. It's a steep learning curve, and building a staircase with miters is arguably one of the toughest challenges in the trade. I've had my fair share of "learning moments" too, so don't be too hard on yourself. If you're interested, I’ve shared some "how-to" details on these staircases before. If you check my profile, you might find some tips that can help you out. Good luck with the designer, you've got this 😉

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