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Carpeted Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Indian Hills Remodel
Indian Hills Remodel
restyle design, llcrestyle design, llc
Cordova Bay Traditional
Cordova Bay Traditional
MAC Renovations LTD.MAC Renovations LTD.
This was a full home renovation where tradition and warmth were the visions of the homeowners. While adding some contemporary touches with the traditional elements we created a space for the whole family to enjoy.
English, Traditional, New Build, San Ramon, CA
English, Traditional, New Build, San Ramon, CA
Hunt Hale Jones ArchitectsHunt Hale Jones Architects
Textured carpet for stairs
Textured carpet for stairs
Mouery's FlooringMouery's Flooring
Colorado Retreat
Colorado Retreat
HELMAN SECHRIST ArchitectureHELMAN SECHRIST Architecture
Hilliard Photographics
Wargrave House
Wargrave House
Niki Schafer Interior DesignNiki Schafer Interior Design
Hyde Park Gardens, London, W2
Hyde Park Gardens, London, W2
Domus NovaDomus Nova
Inside, a beautiful wrought-iron Victorian staircase connects each floor. The stairwell that sits central to the home reminds us that the property is far from ordinary; painted every colour imaginable with vibrant artworks and a Central line tube map print acknowledging its location. http://www.domusnova.com/properties/buy/2060/4-bedroom-flat-westminster-bayswater-hyde-park-gardens-w2-london-for-sale/"> http://www.domusnova.com/properties/buy/2060/4-bedroom-flat-westminster-bayswater-hyde-park-gardens-w2-london-for-sale/
Staircases
Staircases
The Design TherapistThe Design Therapist
When you live in a small house, a trick to making it feel bigger is to bring attention to the transitional areas such as this stair case. Simply dressing it up with a runner, wainscoting, artwork and colorful walls makes you experience the space as part of the square footage of your house every time you use it. The tromp l'oiel mural at the top of the stairs, painted by Wendy Chapin of Silver Spring, MD, suggests even more space. She created a "window" for me that leads the eye to a vast valley beyond. The cutout figure she copied from a Vermeer painting invites the viewer to come upstairs. What fun!
Fairview Farm Custom Home
Fairview Farm Custom Home
Jim Quigley Custom Homes LLCJim Quigley Custom Homes LLC
double curved stairs
double curved stairs
Specialized Stair and RailSpecialized Stair and Rail
Ryan Patrick Kelly Photographs
Cedarberry
Cedarberry
Forever Barnwood, LLCForever Barnwood, LLC
This beautiful staircase features our 6x6 newel posts, handrail, and some rusted rebar balusters. They compliment the rustic/modern style of this home very well.
Staircase Carpet Runner
Staircase Carpet Runner
Lewis Floor & HomeLewis Floor & Home
Custom Railing Staircase
Custom Railing Staircase
DW3 Construction LLCDW3 Construction LLC
Just look at that detail in that long, beautiful railing. Wow, what a difference that makes in a rustic home.
2018 Tour of Homes: Olsen Design & Development
2018 Tour of Homes: Olsen Design & Development
Cherry City Interiors & DesignCherry City Interiors & Design
Flooring
Flooring
Paradigm Interiors LLCParadigm Interiors LLC
Colour Block
Colour Block
Barbara Cortesi InteriorsBarbara Cortesi Interiors
North Calais
North Calais
Green Line BuildersGreen Line Builders
Project by Shawn Ecklund Photos by Curtis Johnson
basement remodel
basement remodel
R. E. Construction & Maintenance Services, Inc.R. E. Construction & Maintenance Services, Inc.
stairs and custom lighting
Double Jatoba Curve
Double Jatoba Curve
Custom Newel PostsCustom Newel Posts
Ryan Patrick Kelly Photographs
Maryland Remodel
Maryland Remodel
Mike ClarkMike Clark
Mike Stone Clark

Carpeted Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful staircase can serve a purpose far beyond the functional, with many homeowners transforming the stairs of their home into an architectural centrepiece. Statement staircases will wow your guests – less of a staircase than a showcase – and you may only need to keep the stairs clean and balustrades and newels polished to have a focal point to your decor. For a real talking point, modern staircases make use of non-traditional materials like glass and steel. Planning a new stair can be big projects, but if you’re undergoing a loft conversion, loft stairs are an essential part of your renovation and you’ll need to think carefully about how they will fit into your home. Browsing through inspiring photos of staircases and find pictures who will help you to choose the right design.

How do I choose a new staircase design?

In terms of renovation, replacing staircases is a big decision and must be considered as carefully as replacing a structural wall. If your current staircase is badly positioned then it may be worth the investment in a new flight. A standard straight staircase can be bought virtually out of the box, but for real excitement you may want to look into bespoke staircase design, including ideas custom handrails. This could certainly be the case when it comes to loft stairs as you’ll need something that fits with your area and space below. Storage staircases can be a great option for a small room – drawers or doors can pull out from the side of the staircase, utilising the space under it, or the stairs themselves can serve as drawers and cubbies. Spiral staircases are clever and can make a stunning feature in every room – choose a winding spiral staircase for smaller rooms or a sweeping one if you have the room for dramatic appeal. Glass railings are ideal if you have a preference for light and spacious interiors. If you have a more traditional wooden flight of stairs already in place, then you can add a more modern feel by opting for a sheet glass balustrade. Open stairs, an alternating tread or a floating staircase are great additions to any home but may be out of the question if you have small children.

How should I decorate my staircase?

Despite the fact that the stairs can be one of the most frequently used areas of your home, they are often overlooked when it comes to a home redesign. Your staircase, much like your hallway, can be an opportunity to inject some colour or personality into your overall design scheme and an update can be as simple as putting a lick of paint on the spindles or stripping off the worn carpet to reveal the beautiful hardwood treads beneath. If you want to keep some cushioning, then stair runners are a popular design choice, as they draw the eyes upward and add a flash of colour or pattern whilst offering plenty of grip. That said, ensure stair runners are properly fitted to avoid any missteps! A nice touch to connect staircases to the hallway they lead to is choosing a complementary rug or floor runner that echoes the colour scheme of the stair runner. If your staircase is alongside a wall, make the most of that space with attractive wallpaper, framed pictures and artwork. Stair spindles are a decorative element in their own right but you can jazz them up by painting them in a multi-tonal palette of complementary colours or graduating between dark and light. Putting a nice chandelier over a staircase can add a final, dramatic touch; if you prefer a more subtle way, consider recessed floor-level lighting for an atmospheric glow.

How should I install loft stairs?

Luckily, there is no minimum width for staircases. If you have a loft conversion stair that are less than one metre wide then you should have a handrail on at least one side. If you’re wondering about how steep your steps can be, then the maximum rise according to Building Regulations Part K is 220mm and all steps should be the same size and level. If you’re worried about crowding your foyer below your loft, there are options that are light and ladder-like so not much space is used, but they will still be more sturdy and safe than normal ladders. You must have two metres headroom at the top of your loft stairs, too, to ensure entering the lost space is not dangerous. A spiral staircase may be the best option for a small room, but remember that the staircase will be narrower and could be more dangerous for young children or older users.The building regulations for spiral staircases are slightly different – if you’re going to use a spiral staircase as loft conversion stairs and it’s only a secondary staircase leading to one room, then the stair treads themselves must be 60mm wide and no more than 145mm in length.
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