Welcome to Century Stairs: Delivering Superior Quality in Every Step

Welcome to Century Stair Systems, the right people for your next job.

We specialize in residential stairs and railings for new homes, renovations and additions.

At Century Stairs, we’ve been delivering expert craftsmanship and unmatched service to home builders across Southwestern Ontario for over 25 years. Based in the Waterloo region, our family-owned company specializes in custom, pre-finished stair and railing systems designed to elevate every home—whether it’s a high-end custom build or a large-scale production development.

Regardless of if you are building a brand-new dream home and are looking for our innovative steel stringer system or renovating a space where carpeted stairs need to be replaced with beautiful new hardwood – we can provide a fully custom, pre-finished stair and railing system to compliment any space.

Our Services

At Century Stairs, we provide end-to-end staircase design and fabrication services for residential and commercial projects. Whether you’re building new or renovating, our team delivers precision craftsmanship at every stage.

Pre-Finished Hardwood Stairs & Railings

Our traditional steel stringers are custom fabricated to fit each stair opening. Temporary treads are installed during construction, with pre-finished hardwood treads and railings installed after all other trades have completed their work.

Utility Grade Stairs (Traditional Unfinished / Boxed)

Constructed with pine stringers and plywood treads and risers, these stairs are a practical, cost-effective choice for basements or garage entries. Stringers are typically painted white to match walls, while treads can be painted or finished with carpet, tile, or LVP. Steel stringers are also available for non-hardwood applications.

Custom Steel Mono Stringer

A sleek, contemporary option featuring a single steel stringer installed with temporary treads. Our pre-finished hardwood treads are CNC-cut to fit precisely into the channel from below, delivering a seamless installation and a striking, modern appearance.

Pre-Finished Stair Capping

Transform existing carpeted or painted stairs by capping them with pre-finished hardwood. This is an ideal solution for refreshing tired or outdated staircases without the need for a full renovation.

Featured Projects

Every staircase we build is a balance of engineering, design, and craftsmanship. From modern floating staircases to timeless hardwood centrepieces, our featured projects showcase the range, precision, and attention to detail that define Century Stairs.

We work closely with homeowners, builders, and designers to create staircases that are not only structurally sound, but visually striking—each one tailored to the architecture, flow, and personality of the space.

Explore how thoughtful design, premium materials, and expert installation come together in our work.

Why Choose Us

Pre-Finishing

Our pre-finishing process helps builders and renovators save up to a multitude of days on their schedule by eliminating the need for masking, taping, and coordinating an on-site finishing crew. Every component is finished in a controlled environment, resulting in a cleaner, more consistent, and higher-quality finish than traditional on-site spraying.

Customer Experience

We pride ourselves on delivering a smooth, reliable experience from start to finish. Our knowledgeable team works directly with builder site staff to ensure every installation is completed efficiently and to the highest standard. We offer flexible scheduling, in-person measurements when needed, and expert guidance for framing crews on stair openings, landing heights, and any issues that may arise during construction.

Superior Craftsmanship

Every staircase we build reflects the skill and dedication of our experienced team. Unlike mass-produced systems, our stairs are crafted by hand—cut, sanded, stained, and finished with expert attention to detail. During installation, each tread and riser is set individually, ensuring precision in every piece of nosing, trim, and finishing component. The result is a staircase built with care, craftsmanship, and lasting beauty.

Ready For A Project?

Let's partner up to create stunning stairs for your home.

Your staircase should be more than functional; it should be a statement. At Century Stairs, we design and build premium custom staircases that blend architectural beauty with structural excellence. Serving homeowners, designers, and builders, we create tailored stair solutions that transform interiors.