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Small Wood Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Modern Staircase
Modern Staircase
Traditional Home Steel Spiral Staircase
Traditional Home Steel Spiral Staircase
Paragon StairsParagon Stairs
The homeowner chose a code compliant Configurable Steel Spiral Stair. The code risers and additional spindles add safety.
Beautiful Spiral Staircases with Oak and Curved Perspex
Beautiful Spiral Staircases with Oak and Curved Perspex
Paradigm StairsParadigm Stairs
Beautiful Spiral Staircase using Stainless Steel with Oak Treads and Curved Perspex Panels for Balustrade.
Perfect Storm
Perfect Storm
Matt Woods DesignMatt Woods Design
Loft Bedroom with oversized cornice & timber staircase
Modern Bohemian Remodel
Modern Bohemian Remodel
KH Home Design and FurnishingsKH Home Design and Furnishings
A large gallery wall adorns this wall leading up to the second floor.
Silverman Residence
Silverman Residence
Whitten Architects, Inc.Whitten Architects, Inc.
Craftsman Bedroom/Bath Addition in Rockridge
Craftsman Bedroom/Bath Addition in Rockridge
FMSProjects, Inc.FMSProjects, Inc.
Looking through to Laundry and Ocean Room
Looking through to Laundry and Ocean Room
Linden L.A.N.D. GroupLinden L.A.N.D. Group
Rebecca Lindenmeyr
Clearwater House renovation
Clearwater House renovation
Jonathan S. Foster, R.A. LEED AP.Jonathan S. Foster, R.A. LEED AP.
jonathan foster
Wood Stair & Railing
Wood Stair & Railing
Sandrin Leung Inc.Sandrin Leung Inc.
Photos by Ana Sandrin
Traditional Home Steel Spiral Staircase
Traditional Home Steel Spiral Staircase
Paragon StairsParagon Stairs
This homeowner chose from our variety of wood species to find the right match for their wood paneled interior.
Sierra Condo Stair
Sierra Condo Stair
Skyhook Stairs and RailsSkyhook Stairs and Rails
Oxford Street
Oxford Street
Koch ArchitectsKoch Architects
Wood stairway with redwood built-in shelving, wood paneled ceiling, mid-century wall sconce in mid-century-modern home in Berkeley, California - Photo by Bruce Damonte.
Neil Bay House
Neil Bay House
Prentiss Balance Wickline ArchitectsPrentiss Balance Wickline Architects
Photographer: Jeff Mason
Project Bridgewater
Project Bridgewater
MAC Renovations LTD.MAC Renovations LTD.
千葉市_星久喜の住まい
千葉市_星久喜の住まい
タイラヤスヒロ建築設計事務所タイラヤスヒロ建築設計事務所
Richmond House
Richmond House
mossmoss
The custom rift sawn, white oak staircase with the attached perforated screen leads to the second, master suite level. The light flowing in from the dormer windows on the second level filters down through the staircase and the wood screen creating interesting light patterns throughout the day.
83_Blonde Wood Stairway with Sleek Horizontal-Metal Balustrade, Springfield VA 2
83_Blonde Wood Stairway with Sleek Horizontal-Metal Balustrade, Springfield VA 2
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
Placed in a central corner in this beautiful home, this u-shape staircase with light color wood treads and hand rails features a horizontal-sleek black rod railing that not only protects its occupants, it also provides visual flow and invites owners and guests to visit bottom and upper levels. CSC © 1976-2020 Century Stair Company. All rights reserved.
Entrance stairwell
Entrance stairwell
UserUser
Entranceway and staircase
Custom Staircase
Custom Staircase
Becky Fuller HomesBecky Fuller Homes

Small Wood 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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