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Traditional Metal Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Suburban Steel Supply Co.
Modern Spiral Deck Stair Adds Architectural Interest and Function
Modern Spiral Deck Stair Adds Architectural Interest and Function
Duvinage LLCDuvinage LLC
This modern spiral deck stair with triangular platform and rail adds architectural interest and function, connecting a balcony with southern charm to a stone hardscape in this renovated home. This is a 9'-10” high 5' diameter stair with 30 degree checker plate treads, in aluminum with a powder coated finish and 4” code risers.
Structural Steel Straight Staircases
Structural Steel Straight Staircases
Womack IronWomack Iron
Brian Womack
Newport
Newport
Elite Kitchen Inc.Elite Kitchen Inc.
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Our Work
Valley BuildersValley Builders
Chesterfield Hill London - Traditional Style Helical Staircase
Chesterfield Hill London - Traditional Style Helical Staircase
Elite Metalcraft Co. LtdElite Metalcraft Co. Ltd
This is a traditional style helical staircase design spanning 5 floors of a totally refurbished Mayfair town house. The client commissioned a particularly refined staircase specification to compliment the opulent interior. Details included a solid Wenge handrail polished with a dark satin oil; a decorative mild steel balustrade with bespoke design, fabricated in mild steel and finished with a custom paint colour; polished Italian marble was used for both treads and risers which were illuminated with subtle feature lighting. Elite Metalcraft also provided an especially challenging plaster soffit which linked the curving helical stringer to the facetted stairwell walls.
Multi Level
Multi Level
Castle Rock HomesCastle Rock Homes
Breath taking double staircase leading to second floor from the piano room.
Cliff Stairs
Cliff Stairs
The Dock DoctorsThe Dock Doctors
Daggett
Daggett
Grand Home Solutions, IncGrand Home Solutions, Inc
A ladder stairway leads from the Master Bedroom to the loft.
Our Work
Our Work
Precision WeldingPrecision Welding
Traditional Timnath Whole Home
Traditional Timnath Whole Home
A&E Custom Metal Fabrication and WeldingA&E Custom Metal Fabrication and Welding
This exterior handrail has a double top rail, decorative pickets, base plates that fasten to the top of the deck and a copper vein exterior powder coat to be able to withstand the unpredictable Colorado weather.
Best of 2014
Best of 2014
UserUser
Floating steel stairs
Floating steel stairs
Hamilton AvenueHamilton Avenue
This is a photo of our floating stairs in one of the townhomes. The treads are actually plain steel, hand painted by a master painter to appear as if they are wood.
GAMBETTA
GAMBETTA
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Meadowdale Lodge
Meadowdale Lodge
BAS1S ArchitectureBAS1S Architecture
Damon Searles
Exterior Balcony and Straight Cast Staircase
Exterior Balcony and Straight Cast Staircase
British Spirals & CastingsBritish Spirals & Castings
Straight Cast Aluminium Staircase with Balcony.
Lot 2 The Summit
Lot 2 The Summit
Douglas Knight ConstructionDouglas Knight Construction
Cliff Stairs
Cliff Stairs
The Dock DoctorsThe Dock Doctors

Traditional Metal 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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