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Metal Railing Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Woodford Square
Woodford Square
Juliet Murphy PhotographyJuliet Murphy Photography
Medium sized classic wood curved metal railing staircase spindle in London with brick walls.
Calender
Calender
ALLEN ARCHITECTURE LLCALLEN ARCHITECTURE LLC
Brian McWeeney
Photo of a traditional wood straight metal railing staircase in Dallas with painted wood risers.
Anamor Staircase
Anamor Staircase
Landed Interiors & HomesLanded Interiors & Homes
Photography by Brad Knipstein
Inspiration for a large traditional wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in San Francisco with wood risers.
600 Alda Way NE
600 Alda Way NE
Coastline Development, LLCCoastline Development, LLC
Photo of a large classic wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Tampa with tiled risers.
Inspired By Artwork - Stairway
Inspired By Artwork - Stairway
Allard + Roberts Interior Design, IncAllard + Roberts Interior Design, Inc
The staircase once housed a traditional railing with twisted iron pickets. During the renovation, the skirt board was painted in the new wall color, and railings replaced in gunmetal gray steel with a stained wood cap. The end result is an aesthetic more in keeping with the homeowner's collection of contemporary artwork mixed with antiques.
Whole Home Interior & Exterior Project
Whole Home Interior & Exterior Project
360 Painting of Frankfort360 Painting of Frankfort
Design ideas for a medium sized classic wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers.
Tile Staircase
Tile Staircase
Keeping InteriorsKeeping Interiors
Photo by Jim Bartsch
Design ideas for a mediterranean wood metal railing staircase in Santa Barbara with terracotta risers.
The Universe House
The Universe House
LarsenLarsen
Design ideas for a contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Denver with painted wood risers.
2019 Idea House
2019 Idea House
Baird Brothers Fine HardwoodsBaird Brothers Fine Hardwoods
Quarter Sawn White Oak Flooring and Mouldings
Large traditional wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Other.
Refined Transitional
Refined Transitional
John McClain DesignJohn McClain Design
Large classic wood curved metal railing staircase in Orlando with painted wood risers.
Denali - Staircase detail
Denali - Staircase detail
SketchPad House PlansSketchPad House Plans
Integrated lighting into the nose of stair tread
Inspiration for a modern wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Grand Rapids with painted wood risers.
Italian Farmhouse
Italian Farmhouse
Elevation 92 Construction Services, Inc.Elevation 92 Construction Services, Inc.
This is an example of a large mediterranean wood curved metal railing staircase in San Diego with wood risers.
Spanish Remodel
Spanish Remodel
Interior ArchaeologyInterior Archaeology
Sun drenches the grand entry of this elegant Spanish Colonial in the hills above Malibu.
Inspiration for an expansive mediterranean curved metal railing staircase in Los Angeles with limestone treads and terracotta risers.
Durham renovation
Durham renovation
Clearcut Construction, Inc.Clearcut Construction, Inc.
This renovation consisted of a complete kitchen and master bathroom remodel, powder room remodel, addition of secondary bathroom, laundry relocate, office and mudroom addition, fireplace surround, stairwell upgrade, floor refinish, and additional custom features throughout.
Lane Lake Project
Lane Lake Project
AMW Design StudioAMW Design Studio
Beth Singer Photographer, Inc.
Large contemporary straight metal railing staircase in Detroit with marble treads and open risers.
Homearama 2016
Homearama 2016
Debbie SykesDebbie Sykes
Dawn Smith Photography
This is an example of an expansive traditional carpeted curved metal railing staircase in Cincinnati with carpeted risers.
Bucktown Industrial Modern Stairs
Bucktown Industrial Modern Stairs
Lark ArchitectureLark Architecture
The staircase is the focal point of the home. Chunky floating open treads, blackened steel, and continuous metal rods make for functional and sculptural circulation. Skylights aligned above the staircase illuminate the home and create unique shadow patterns that contribute to the artistic style of the home.
Staircase
Staircase
risa boyer architecturerisa boyer architecture
Photo Credits: Aaron Leitz
Inspiration for a medium sized modern wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Portland with metal risers.
Home, Unplugged
Home, Unplugged
Meadowlark Design+BuildMeadowlark Design+Build
A custom designed and built floating staircase with stainless steel railings and custom bamboo stair treads. This custom home was designed and built by Meadowlark Design+Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Photography by Dana Hoff Photography
Thistle Hill Farm
Thistle Hill Farm
Northworks Architects + PlannersNorthworks Architects + Planners
Located upon a 200-acre farm of rolling terrain in western Wisconsin, this new, single-family sustainable residence implements today’s advanced technology within a historic farm setting. The arrangement of volumes, detailing of forms and selection of materials provide a weekend retreat that reflects the agrarian styles of the surrounding area. Open floor plans and expansive views allow a free-flowing living experience connected to the natural environment.

Metal Railing 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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