The focus of this project was to transform the staircase in this home by reconstructing, strengthening and cladding the whole stair structure with antique oak. The staircase of this period property in Fulham went up two floors to the first floor and loft. The project also included installing new matching wooden boards in the upstairs bedrooms and landing. The stairs were clad with the same wood that was used for the new wooden floor on the first floor. The top of the steps, or the treads, were kept wooden and the risers were painted white to relax the wood effect. We replaced the old newel posts and handrails with new wooden ones that matched the treads, while the original spindles were freshly painted white and reused to maintain the property's classic charm and create a new handsome staircase.

We expertly fitted Natural Lacquered Antique Oak Boards on the first floor landing, two bedrooms, and the office replacing the old carpet. As the ground floor already had an existing wooden floor, this upgrade upstairs along with the new staircase provided a cohesive and elegant look throughout the property.

Our customers love period properties and period features and they particularly appreciated the American colonial style and wanted to incorporate this look into their home. This classic American look features dark wood, traditional features and usually a grand staircase and fireplace. To achieve this preferred look, we incorporated a rounded bullnose feature on the edge of the steps, seamlessly blending with the overall colonial design. Engineered wood is designed to increase stability and this is the ideal material for staircase reconstruction. The new structure of the steps benefited from the stability of engineered wood and avoided the common issues of cracks, cupping or warping found in solid wood.

The subfloor was in a poor condition and required significant attention to ensure improved stability. We secured the loose pine subfloor boards to create a solid foundation. To preserve the original aesthetic and avoid damaging the walls, we carefully undercut the skirting boards, allowing us to keep the original skirting intact.

We meticulously calculated a precise starting line to achieve a balanced, symmetrical layout and avoid narrow offcuts of wood at the edges. Despite the challenge of old, wobbly walls, we worked diligently to create the appearance of a straight floor. As always, we installed the floor by glueing it down rather than opting for a floating installation, ensuring stability and durability.

With an eye for detail, we transformed a previously enclosed staircase by introducing open cut stringers, resulting in a handsome and airy design. This meticulous approach not only enhanced the staircase's aesthetic appeal but also corrected previous design mistakes, ensuring there were no longer any design bloopers.

The customers were very happy with the finished work and left a glowing five star review.

‘Alin came recommended to us by a friend who he had also installed their flooring. His knowledge was fantastic. He was honest, upfront, and gave advice and recommendations based on his experience. Alin was present and closely oversaw the work. He was highly responsive and in touch throughout the process. Alin was incredibly detail oriented and checked every inch of the floor to ensure it was up to his standard. Fin Wood showed up on time every time and were very professional. I would highly recommend his services. If anyone has questions or concerns I would be happy to talk about my experience and show the quality of his work.’