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Medium Sized Carpeted Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Old Bridge, NJ - Custom Stair Runner
Old Bridge, NJ - Custom Stair Runner
G. Fried Carpet & DesignG. Fried Carpet & Design
Custom Stair Runner in Old Bridge, NJ by G. Fried Carpet & Design in Paramus, NJ. Photo Credit: Ivan Bader
This is an example of a medium sized classic carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase in New York with carpeted risers.
modern staircase
modern staircase
Mountainwood HomesMountainwood Homes
Photo by: Vern Uyetake
Inspiration for a medium sized modern carpeted u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Portland with open risers.
Contemporary Acreage Alberta
Contemporary Acreage Alberta
LCF Flooring Ltd.LCF Flooring Ltd.
Comfortable carpeted stairs leading down to the basement
Photo of a medium sized contemporary carpeted l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Edmonton with carpeted risers.
Savannah Full Home Remodel
Savannah Full Home Remodel
Terri Becker DesignsTerri Becker Designs
This large full home remodel had every single surface of the home changed from builder grade boring to colorful and modern. The staircase was completely remodeled and changed from traditional bolster style to clean and modern linear. New carpet and luxury vinyl flooring complete the clean look.
Missoni Carpet and Rugs
Missoni Carpet and Rugs
Hemphill's Rugs & CarpetsHemphill's Rugs & Carpets
Missoni Arianna New Zealand wool carpet installed for a client in Newport Beach.
Photo of a medium sized traditional carpeted straight metal railing staircase in Orange County with carpeted risers.
Strathcona Custom Build
Strathcona Custom Build
Apollo HomesApollo Homes
Front Entrance staircase with in stair lighting.
Inspiration for a medium sized urban carpeted l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Calgary with carpeted risers.
Foyer & Staircase
Foyer & Staircase
The House DesignersThe House Designers
Welcoming foyer and staircase. View plan THD-8743: https://www.thehousedesigners.com/plan/polishchuk-residence-8743/
Lyons Flat Bar Railing
Lyons Flat Bar Railing
Rod and ForgeRod and Forge
This client sent us a photo of a railing they liked that they had found on pinterest. Their railing before this beautiful metal one was wood, bulky, and white. They didn't feel that it represented them and their style in any way. We had to come with some solutions to make this railing what is, such as the custom made base plates at the base of the railing. The clients are thrilled to have a railing that makes their home feel like "their home." This was a great project and really enjoyed working with they clients. This is a flat bar railing, with floating bends, custom base plates, and an oak wood cap.
Happy Adventure Project
Happy Adventure Project
Melissa Hartigan DesignMelissa Hartigan Design
Photo of a medium sized classic carpeted l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Calgary with carpeted risers.
Barn Wood & Steel Cable Railing
Barn Wood & Steel Cable Railing
Ron Brown - The FinisherRon Brown - The Finisher
This modern house was update with a contemporary rustic and industrial design. One of the features that was upgraded was that the traditional railing was replaced by a barn wood framed steel cable railing. A feature was created on the staircase landing with barn wood and steel flat bar.
House in North London For Hide Studio
House in North London For Hide Studio
Anna Stathaki | PhotographyAnna Stathaki | Photography
©Anna Stathaki
Photo of a medium sized modern carpeted wood railing staircase in London with carpeted risers and under stair storage.
Our Work
Our Work
Floor Coverings International of OttawaFloor Coverings International of Ottawa
Photo of a medium sized classic carpeted l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Toronto with carpeted risers.
Completed Projects
Completed Projects
The Rug ShoppingThe Rug Shopping
Design ideas for a medium sized classic carpeted straight wood railing staircase in New York with carpeted risers.
Home Remodel
Home Remodel
Cathy Dykman Acinger DesignCathy Dykman Acinger Design
Vertical art emphasizes the tall ceiling in this hallway. Brynn Burns
Medium sized classic carpeted l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Kansas City with carpeted risers.
Charming Laurel Ave. Cottage
Charming Laurel Ave. Cottage
Artistic ContractorsArtistic Contractors
Bazemore Studios
Design ideas for a medium sized classic carpeted l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Charlotte with carpeted risers.
Living Room & Stairs | Speckled Tweed Carpet
Living Room & Stairs | Speckled Tweed Carpet
Floors of DistinctionFloors of Distinction
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase in Minneapolis with carpeted risers.
Staircase Area
Staircase Area
Norton Luxury HomesNorton Luxury Homes
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional carpeted l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Las Vegas with carpeted risers and feature lighting.
English, Traditional, New Build, San Ramon, CA
English, Traditional, New Build, San Ramon, CA
Hunt Hale Jones ArchitectsHunt Hale Jones Architects
Design ideas for a medium sized classic carpeted curved metal railing staircase in San Francisco with carpeted risers.
Stilwell Remodel
Stilwell Remodel
Comerio HomesComerio Homes
This home was built in the early 90's and it had all the standard builder characteristics of that era. The trim, doors, staircase and cabinets were sanded down on the entire man floor to prepare for paint. We were able to incorporate a main floor office with an updated entry staircase to give them home a grand entrance.
Spyglass Road
Spyglass Road
Floortrends LtdFloortrends Ltd
The carpet flows from the bedroom down the stairs.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary carpeted l-shaped staircase in Toronto with carpeted risers.

Medium Sized Carpeted 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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