Carpeted Staircase with Wainscoting Ideas and Designs

House on the Lake- Shorewood

Mark D. Williams Custom Homes, Inc.

Inspiration for a nautical carpeted staircase in Minneapolis with wood risers and wainscoting.

BOLD + Balance: Modern Farmhouse

Coyle Carpet One Floor & Home

Pattern Staircase carpet from Anderson Tuftex in color Earl Gray
This is an example of a rural carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in Other with carpeted risers and wainscoting.

Orient Ave Townhouse

2MO

Inspiration for a large contemporary carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase in New York with carpeted risers and wainscoting.

ALM | Domestic Jungle

PLUS ULTRA studio

Foto: Federico Villa
Inspiration for a medium sized scandi carpeted l-shaped metal railing staircase in Milan with carpeted risers and wainscoting.

Transitional Rustic

Rayna Vogel Interior Design, LLC

Amazing what a little paint can do! By painting the handrail black and balusters white this staircase is transformed.
Medium sized classic carpeted curved wood railing staircase in Seattle with carpeted risers and wainscoting.

Contemporary Shingle Style

Wadia Associates

Design ideas for a large traditional carpeted u-shaped metal railing staircase in New York with carpeted risers and wainscoting.

The Promenade

Atrium Homes

Designed for families who love to entertain, relax and socialise in style, the Promenade offers plenty of personal space for every member of the family, as well as catering for guests or inter-generational living. The first of two luxurious master suites is downstairs, complete with two walk-in robes and spa ensuite. Four generous children’s bedrooms are grouped around their own bathroom. At the heart of the home is the huge designer kitchen, with a big stone island bench, integrated appliances and separate scullery. Seamlessly flowing from the kitchen are spacious indoor and outdoor dining and lounge areas, a family room, games room and study. For guests or family members needing a little more privacy, there is a second master suite upstairs, along with a sitting room and a theatre with a 150-inch screen, projector and surround sound. No expense has been spared, with high feature ceilings throughout, three powder rooms, a feature tiled fireplace in the family room, alfresco kitchen, outdoor shower, under-floor heating, storerooms, video security, garaging for three cars and more. The Promenade is definitely worth a look! It is currently available for viewing by private inspection only, please contact Daniel Marcolina on 0419 766 658

Oak Hallow Manor

Martineau Homes

This is an example of a large traditional carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in Salt Lake City with carpeted risers and wainscoting.

Pops Of Color

Delbert Adams Construction Group

Transitional staircase on medium hardwood flooring with carpeted treads and risers, painted white wood balusters and painted black wood railings.
Inspiration for a traditional carpeted straight wood railing staircase in Baltimore with carpeted risers, wainscoting and a dado rail.

The Custom Tudor at Manor Park

Mitchell & Best Homes

Inspiration for a medium sized traditional carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase in DC Metro with wainscoting and carpeted risers.

Garden Village - Burnaby

JDL Homes Vancouver

Design ideas for a large contemporary carpeted u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Vancouver with carpeted risers and wainscoting.

Victorian Country House

Emma Tutill Ltd

Medium sized traditional carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in Essex with carpeted risers and wainscoting.

Traditional Lower Level Build Out

Rebecca Ryan Design

Inspiration for a classic carpeted straight metal railing staircase in Minneapolis with carpeted risers and wainscoting.

Washington Blvd Stairwell

MJ Design & Build

We added custom molding throughout the entire stairwell to celebrate its height and make a statement. The picture window and skylight add an incredible amount of light in the already beautiful space.

Design-Build Basement Remodel Expands a Family's Living Space

The Cleary Company

Large traditional carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase in Columbus with carpeted risers and wainscoting.

Staircases

Long Huy Pham

Design ideas for a large midcentury carpeted curved wood railing staircase in Toronto with carpeted risers and wainscoting.

Luxury Home Renovation - Staircase

Scott Arthur Millwork & Cabinetry Ltd

Custom staircase - wainscotting with cherry pillars and rail
Traditional carpeted curved wood railing staircase in Edmonton with wood risers and wainscoting.

Affirmations of Morris

H2 Design Studio

Tailored & Transitional Front Entry with hardwood tread staircase and carpet runner. Beautifully crafted wainscot lines the hallways and leads you to the upper level with precision.

Transitional Rustic

Rayna Vogel Interior Design, LLC

Amazing what a little paint can do! By painting the handrail black and balusters white this staircase is transformed.
Medium sized traditional carpeted curved wood railing staircase in Seattle with carpeted risers and wainscoting.

Sumas Mountain Drama

Lacey Construction Ltd.

Photo by Brice Ferre. Split stairwell leads to the basement and upper floor.
Inspiration for a large modern carpeted mixed railing staircase in Vancouver with wood risers and wainscoting.

Carpeted Staircase with Wainscoting 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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