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Affordable Wood Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Brookhaven Renovation
Brookhaven Renovation
J Steven Kemp ArchitectJ Steven Kemp Architect
Design ideas for a medium sized classic wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Atlanta with painted wood risers.
Flat Weave Stripe on Stairssta
Flat Weave Stripe on Stairssta
UserUser
Inspiration for a small classic wood straight wood railing staircase in Boston with carpeted risers.
Project Aery
Project Aery
CCASA ArchitectsCCASA Architects
Vertical timber posts that allow for light but also allow protection. Nice design feature to give personality to a stair balustrade.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in London.
D.E. Residence
D.E. Residence
Studio Ten Interior Design Ltd.Studio Ten Interior Design Ltd.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped glass railing staircase in Vancouver with wood risers.
Town Mountain Modern
Town Mountain Modern
Allard + Roberts Interior Design, IncAllard + Roberts Interior Design, Inc
Medium sized modern wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Other with open risers.
Un Espace Litière sous Escalier
Un Espace Litière sous Escalier
Rubeo.Rubeo.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood straight wood railing staircase in Bordeaux with wood risers.
Entryways
Entryways
Susan Muschweck Interior Design, LLCSusan Muschweck Interior Design, LLC
Photo of a medium sized classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Other with painted wood risers.
John Kimball Jr House (1730)
John Kimball Jr House (1730)
Cummings Architecture + InteriorsCummings Architecture + Interiors
Eric Roth Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized farmhouse wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Boston with painted wood risers and under stair storage.
Barn on the Long Island Sound
Barn on the Long Island Sound
Burr Salvatore ArchitectsBurr Salvatore Architects
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood straight wire cable railing staircase in Other with wood risers and feature lighting.
Bob-O-Link | 2018
Bob-O-Link | 2018
Coats HomesCoats Homes
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Dallas with wood risers.
Wailea Golf Estates Residence
Wailea Golf Estates Residence
ARQUITECTURAARQUITECTURA
Architect- Marc Taron Contractor- Kanegai Builders Landscape Architect- Irvin Higashi
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood curved metal railing staircase in Hawaii.
Belmont Heights -Long Beach, CA
Belmont Heights -Long Beach, CA
OCTOBER 5 Fine Home BuildersOCTOBER 5 Fine Home Builders
Custom Wrought Iron Railings with French Oak Stairs
Large contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.
Carpet Staircase
Carpet Staircase
Bay Ridge Carpet and LinoleumBay Ridge Carpet and Linoleum
Photo of a medium sized traditional wood u-shaped staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
Our Work
Our Work
Arts Wired ElectronicsArts Wired Electronics
Photo of a medium sized modern wood curved staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers.
Our Work
Our Work
Pope CabinetsPope Cabinets
Inspiration for a medium sized classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Boston with wood risers.
Montana Modern
Montana Modern
Cushing TerrellCushing Terrell
Inspiration for a medium sized modern wood staircase in Other.
Associates Road, Falmouth, MA
Associates Road, Falmouth, MA
Longfellow Design BuildLongfellow Design Build
Mike Ciolino
Photo of a medium sized traditional wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Boston with wood risers.
Major Residential Renovation & Addition
Major Residential Renovation & Addition
Built Tough Construction of North GeorgiaBuilt Tough Construction of North Georgia
Design Services Provided - Architect was asked to convert this 1950's Split Level Style home into a Traditional Style home with a 2-story height grand entry foyer. The new design includes modern amenities such as a large 'Open Plan' kitchen, a family room, a home office, an oversized garage, spacious bedrooms with large closets, a second floor laundry room and a private master bedroom suite for the owners that includes two walk-in closets and a grand master bathroom with a vaulted ceiling. The Architect presented the new design using Professional 3D Design Software. This approach allowed the Owners to clearly understand the proposed design and secondly, it was beneficial to the Contractors who prepared Preliminary Cost Estimates. The construction duration was nine months and the project was completed in September 2015. The client is thrilled with the end results! We established a wonderful working relationship and a lifetime friendship. I am truly thankful for this opportunity to design this home and work with this client!
Escaleras - Pasillos - Distribuidores
Escaleras - Pasillos - Distribuidores
Pepe CastroPepe Castro
Design ideas for a large traditional wood l-shaped staircase in Madrid with open risers and feature lighting.
The Cut
The Cut
Charlie Luxton DesignCharlie Luxton Design
Built-in storage and bookcases around the staircase, utilise all available space. Photo credit: Mark Bolton Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized modern wood u-shaped staircase in Gloucestershire with wood risers.

Affordable Wood 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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