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Peni 4dem
7 years ago
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PROSteve Attwell Ironwork
7 years agoI've done quite a lot of replacement handrails and it makes a massive difference to a space that was once a bit dull. There's more stuff on my website. But I usually design something specifically to suit the space. Good luck with the project.
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Comments (10)I had 2 quotes from specialist company's the first to do the complete refurbishment of the stairs £16500 the second to design and make the steel work only £5500. With them sorts of quotes yes I would agree with your joiner friend, however I decided to install and do the maximum work I could and only use specialist when required. I contacted the architect that had already designed an extension I done on the house. Sent him the rough drawings of what I wanted he did all the calculations of the structure and building regs. Then I contacted a local fabrication company to make the steel work, once completed I removed the old staircase, and with the help of 3 others installed the steel work. Electrical work had been completed. The oak treads I bought as 12 solid oak pieces cut to size, then I completed the cut outs for the steel plates and sanding. Plastering of all walls by a plastering company. The most expensive part was the glass, and fitting by a glass company. Painting again me, handrail bought and fitted by me The project actual costs were Design drawings £450 Steel work £1200 Plastering £675 Oak treads £750 Lighting £260 Glass £2350 Labour free Bottle of wine for local framer who off loaded the 350kg steel work from truck Does it add value to my house not sure but we love it!...See MoreMake our staircase different!
Comments (9)Hello ghesp, For seamless continuity paint the ends of the stairs white as per the rest of your woodwork.. Normally I'd say eggshell but you have gone with gloss.. So you could do the stair ends and then have a runner like your carpet pic at the bottom of your set of images.. I would keep the banisters white as this lends well to the scheme you have already.. Or if you want to introduce a bit of warmth strip the banister and don't paint the stair ends.. Here's two pics to show what I mean : ))...See MoreHelp please in creating definition and interest in our stairs and lan
Comments (10)Minnie, thanks so much- I think that's a great idea re wallpapering the stairwall. Am going to look into pricing that. Also love the console table with books on bottom. My husband loves the ceiling to floor window in landing, so, although I loved your idea re upholstered bench, he unfortunately is adamant he doesn't want anything there! Misha, thank you so much for all your lovely ideas .. That idea re the tree mural is very interesting- could you recommend anywhere I could get a nice one like the one in your picture? It's also a more budget friendly option, if it comes to it.... Re colour schemes, I was thinking of a dash of anything warm, i.e. Reds/ greens/ warm neutrals, and I would tend to veer away from blues and yellows personally... I need also to figure out which would be best in terms of our picture display, as, unlike your photo, they are all of different sizes and frames!!...See MoreOur 80/20 stair carpet only lasted 5 years. Runner next time?
Comments (0)We are in the process of decorating our hall, stairs and landing. We are wondering what to do as our 80/20 carpet has only lasted 5 years before starting to wear on the treads. Our previous one lasted about a bit longer - about 8 years and that was a cheaper boucle style. We are wondering if we would be better with a runner - maybe it will be harder wearing?...See More- PRO
Steve Attwell Ironwork
7 years ago 
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7 years agoPeni 4dem
7 years ago
Yay I've managed to load the pics.
Thank you you for responding to my plea for help. I look forward to hearing your suggestions.
Have a fab dayrhoda
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7 years ago Peni 4dem
7 years agoI would like a more modern look but I am bearing in mind that I am wanting to sell in about 3 years time. The lounge has a large (ugly) fireplace and I have 2 large berry coloured (not my choice) 2 seater couches around which I am also try to redecorate. See the pics. We will be putting down oak flooring and obviously lifting the carpet.
So so it's a blank canvas at the moment.
looking forward to hearing from you
Rhoda
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Steve Attwell Ironwork
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7 years agoHi,
Lots of scope in the living area then. Could be a really great space eventually so how very exciting for you.
You definitely need light in that hallway.. So lights up the steps is a great idea whilst you lay the flooring.
A great statement light in the top would be lovely and inviting.. And can of course be taken with you when you move in a few years.
I always like textured paper so maybe consider that instead of paint. It has a real luxurious contemporary feel with a added depth.
Lastly something to consider maybe lightening the space by not using solid blocks of wood up the stairs.. Consider using paper or paint here too - see pictures
If this were for one of my clients, I would base and change the colours used dependent on the other rooms and ideas you have.
We offer some great affordable packages for single room designs and 3D renders if you need any help in the future.
All the best,
Gina
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