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Traditional Glass Railing Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Glass Railing
Lemofet Glass Inc.Lemofet Glass Inc.
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Entrance
KSR InteriorsKSR Interiors
All's Well That Ends Well
All's Well That Ends Well
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Self Build Projects
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This wooden staircase is a real feature
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Custom Home #5
Cambridge Building, IncCambridge Building, Inc
Stapleton’s Staircase
Stapleton’s Staircase
Elsmore HomesElsmore Homes
Royal Oak Mews NW - Elmaleh Residence
Royal Oak Mews NW - Elmaleh Residence
Siena Signature Builders Inc.Siena Signature Builders Inc.
Royal Oak Mews NW - Elmaleh Residence
Royal Oak Mews NW - Elmaleh Residence
Siena Signature Builders Inc.Siena Signature Builders Inc.
Country House Repaint Before and After
Country House Repaint Before and After
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Glass Railings
Glass Railings
TFP Stairs and RailingsTFP Stairs and Railings
Genesis style staircase (no Risers) wood rails and treads
Islington Jewel
Islington Jewel
Geometra Design Ltd.Geometra Design Ltd.
64_Freestanding Mezzanine Staircase, McLean VA 22101
64_Freestanding Mezzanine Staircase, McLean VA 22101
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
This design utilizes the available well-lit interior space (complementing the existing architecture aesthetic), a floating mezzanine area surrounded by straight flights composed of 1” hickory treads, a hand-forged metal balustrade system, and a stained wooden handrail to match finished flooring. The balcony/mezzanine area is visually open to the floor space below and above, and it is supported by a concealed structural beam. CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company. ® All Rights Reserved.
Basement STair
Basement STair
McCotter Architecture and Design, PLLCMcCotter Architecture and Design, PLLC
Somerville two-family renovation
Somerville two-family renovation
Harper Elm General ContractorHarper Elm General Contractor
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Rockcliff Hills
Rockcliff Hills
Lupi Luxury HomesLupi Luxury Homes
San Siro Villa
San Siro Villa
MAC Milano Architettura ContemporaneaMAC Milano Architettura Contemporanea
Glass and Oak Staircase
Glass and Oak Staircase
Neville Johnson LtdNeville Johnson Ltd
The sheer beauty and simplicity of this glass and oak staircase brings a touch of modern art to this family home. This striking transformation combines a contemporary clear glass balustrade with a solid oak handrail for a timeless look that brings together traditional carpentry and the very best in 21st century staircase design. The glass balustrade promotes the flow of light from surrounding windows, making the hallway look and feel bigger. It gives the wonderful visual effect of the oak handrail floating in parallel with the staircase.
Bridgman
Bridgman
Hasler Homes LtdHasler Homes Ltd
Entry/Staircase
Entry/Staircase
Major Homes Ltd.Major Homes Ltd.

Traditional Glass Railing Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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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