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Maple Spiral
Maple Spiral
Trimcraft of Fort Myers, Inc.Trimcraft of Fort Myers, Inc.
Hard to believe a few months ago, this front entry area didn’t have a staircase in it; let alone this beauty! One of those projects we wished we had “before” photos of. This Estero home underwent a complete renovation and Trimcraft is proud to have been part of the team. Maple treads, risers and 6010 handrail complete this showpiece.
Stairs and Railings
Stairs and Railings
Legacy Contracting LLCLegacy Contracting LLC
Modern Floating Stair with Pencil Rail, East Hampton, NY
Modern Floating Stair with Pencil Rail, East Hampton, NY
Keuka Studios, IncKeuka Studios, Inc
Floating staircase with steel mono-stringer and white oak treads as seen from below. The wood top rail seamlessly flows up the multi level staircase. Stairs and railings by Keuka Studios Photography by Dave Noonan
2019 Artisan Home Tour
2019 Artisan Home Tour
Lenox House DesignLenox House Design
This central staircase is the connecting heart of this modern home. It's waterfall white oak design with cable railing and custom metal design paired with a modern multi finish chandelier makes this staircase a showpiece in this Artisan Tour Home.
Refined Transitional
Refined Transitional
John McClain DesignJohn McClain Design
Breakwater
Breakwater
McClellan | TelloneMcClellan | Tellone
Hardwood Floor Stair Cases
Hardwood Floor Stair Cases
Emperial Hardwood FlooringEmperial Hardwood Flooring
1300 Rodeo Rd., Arcadia, CA
1300 Rodeo Rd., Arcadia, CA
Mur-Sol Builders IncMur-Sol Builders Inc
Tempe Home
Tempe Home
Lighthouse BuildingLighthouse Building
Stair Railing Modernization
Stair Railing Modernization
Marks BuildersMarks Builders
Stair Railing Modernization
Historic Central Remodel
Historic Central Remodel
AFT ConstructionAFT Construction
Modern Downtown Home
Modern Downtown Home
Faust ConstructionFaust Construction
Picnic Basket
Picnic Basket
Morrison Design HouseMorrison Design House
Seaton Village I
Seaton Village I
Picnic Design Inc.Picnic Design Inc.
Bloomer Rustic
Bloomer Rustic
Lampert LumberLampert Lumber
GOLD COAST PENTHOUSE
GOLD COAST PENTHOUSE
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIAdSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Tile Stair, Drywall Underside, Steel Cable Detail
Stair Treads
Stair Treads
The WoodsmithsThe Woodsmiths
USA Ash floating staircase, with timber handrail
Chez moi, Fontagard
Chez moi, Fontagard
Adrien GranchereAdrien Granchere
Pond House Interior Stair
Pond House Interior Stair
UserUser
Pond House interior stairwell with Craftsman detailing and hardwood floors. Gridley Graves
Custom Beach Home
Custom Beach Home
Mur-Sol Builders IncMur-Sol Builders Inc

All Railing 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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