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Karndean Luxury Vinyl Installation Before and Afters
Karndean Luxury Vinyl Installation Before and Afters
WECKER'S FLOORING CENTERWECKER'S FLOORING CENTER
Here is a before and after photo of the customers stairs. Our customer wanted to do something different than have carpet installed again on their stairs and asked us for some ideas. So we had our professionals stain and install custom stair treads to match the Karndean Luxury vinyl. The custom stair treads help with the flow of the luxury vinyl going though out the whole home.
Outer Harbor Residence
Outer Harbor Residence
Colonial Reproductions, Inc.Colonial Reproductions, Inc.
White crown molding and cased openings grace this historic style entry hall. Greg Premru Photography
Classic Steel Spiral Staircase
Classic Steel Spiral Staircase
Paragon StairsParagon Stairs
Your spiral staircase will only take a small circle in your home, making it the perfect solution for a basement bedroom.
St Johns Wood
St Johns Wood
Gregory Phillips ArchitectsGregory Phillips Architects
Andrew Beesley
Clerkenwell Flat
Clerkenwell Flat
Chris SnookChris Snook
Image: Chris Snook © 2014 Houzz
Venice Canals
Venice Canals
Katie Leede & Company StudioKatie Leede & Company Studio
Life on display.
Stockholm Spiral Staircase
Stockholm Spiral Staircase
Dolle USADolle USA
Stockholm spiral staircase is a great space saving option to traditional staircase. Powder coated white, steel tread staircase. Easy to install for the DIY and professional. Dolle USA or the Staircase and Railing Store.
All Glass Wine Cellar
All Glass Wine Cellar
Blue Grouse Wine CellarsBlue Grouse Wine Cellars
The all-glass wine cellar is the focal point of this great room in a beautiful, high-end West Vancouver home. Learn more about this project at http://bluegrousewinecellars.com/West-Vancouver-Custom-Wine-Cellars-Contemporary-Project.html Photo Credit: Kent Kallberg 1621 Welch St North Vancouver, BC V7P 2Y2‎ (604) 929-3180 - bluegrousewinecellars.com
Rooftop Oasis
Rooftop Oasis
Flavin ArchitectsFlavin Architects
Steel and glass staircase gives the top floor of this row house a loft-like feel and creates access to a modern roof deck on the roof. A glass floor captures natural light and sends it down through the house via the stairwell. Photo by: Nat Rea Photography
GRIFFIN ENRIGHT ARCHITECTS: Hollywood Hills Residence
GRIFFIN ENRIGHT ARCHITECTS: Hollywood Hills Residence
Griffin Enright ArchitectsGriffin Enright Architects
The wood stair appears to be emerging from the library shelving.
Bath Box Terrace
Bath Box Terrace
Kitty Lee ArchitectureKitty Lee Architecture
The Levade
The Levade
Holloway Company Inc.Holloway Company Inc.
New England Style Timber Eco House
New England Style Timber Eco House
Stommel Haus UKStommel Haus UK
Traditional staircase in timber and white in New England style timber eco hosue. White risers, timber treads and banister
Under stair storage
Under stair storage
UserUser
This basement needed to utilize every square foot of storage. These shaker style doors were built to hide the stored items under the stairs.
Glen Lake Mid-Century Addition
Glen Lake Mid-Century Addition
Environment ArchitectsEnvironment Architects
Additional Work
Additional Work
Charles Allen Painting, Inc.Charles Allen Painting, Inc.
Lake Calhoun Organic Modern
Lake Calhoun Organic Modern
John Kraemer & SonsJohn Kraemer & Sons
Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Photography: Landmark Photography
Doria Road
Doria Road
Jo Cowen ArchitectsJo Cowen Architects
David Butler Photography
Settlers Ridge
Settlers Ridge
Haylett HomesHaylett Homes
Gregg Scott Photography
Design-2 Derwent Grove SE22
Design-2 Derwent Grove SE22
Chris SnookChris Snook
Chris Snook

Small 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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