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Metal Railing Wood Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Wheatfield Kitchen Update
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Q interiorsQ interiors
Design ideas for a medium sized classic wood straight metal railing staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
Havenly collaboration with Pottery Barn and West Elm
Havenly collaboration with Pottery Barn and West Elm
Anna Hudson PhotographyAnna Hudson Photography
Classic wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Denver with wood risers.
Miller Residence
Miller Residence
Richard Hughes ArchitectRichard Hughes Architect
Farmhouse wood straight metal railing staircase in Austin with wood risers.
Austin Modern Hacienda
Austin Modern Hacienda
April InteriorsApril Interiors
Photo of a large mediterranean wood curved metal railing staircase in Austin with wood risers.
Hinsdale Showhouse
Hinsdale Showhouse
Cynthia Lynn PhotographyCynthia Lynn Photography
Farmhouse wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers.
Innes Residence
Innes Residence
Ibarra Rosano Design ArchitectsIbarra Rosano Design Architects
Photographer: Bill Timmerman Builder: Jillian Builders
Modern wood straight metal railing staircase in Edmonton with open risers.
Lozana Project
Lozana Project
Rancho Santa Fe CraftsmanRancho Santa Fe Craftsman
Hand painted tiles on the risers of the hardwood stair echo the motif at the entry portal while the iron railing extends to the second floor.
This is an example of a large mediterranean wood curved metal railing staircase in San Diego with tiled risers.
Interior Rustic Railing Job
Interior Rustic Railing Job
Suburban Steel Supply CompanySuburban Steel Supply Company
Rustic meets modern farmhouse interior railing!
Design ideas for a large rustic wood straight metal railing staircase in Indianapolis with metal risers.
The Le Reve Floor Plan
The Le Reve Floor Plan
Starr HomesStarr Homes
Design ideas for a traditional wood curved metal railing staircase in Kansas City with wood risers and feature lighting.
Fieldstone Remodel
Fieldstone Remodel
Kirkendall DesignKirkendall Design
Photo of a medium sized classic wood straight metal railing staircase in Other with painted wood risers.
Bermondsey Penthouse
Bermondsey Penthouse
Foster LomasFoster Lomas
Michael Franke
Inspiration for a contemporary wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in London with wood risers.
Turnberry Circle in Houston
Turnberry Circle in Houston
Stone Acorn BuildersStone Acorn Builders
Entry and Staircase
Medium sized rural wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Houston with wood risers and feature lighting.
Innes Residence
Innes Residence
Ibarra Rosano Design ArchitectsIbarra Rosano Design Architects
Photographer: Bill Timmerman Builder: Jillian Builders
Design ideas for a modern wood straight metal railing staircase in Edmonton with open risers.
The Carson Woolstore
The Carson Woolstore
TONIC DesignTONIC Design
Angus Martin
Photo of a large industrial wood straight metal railing staircase in Brisbane with open risers and feature lighting.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Design ideas for a contemporary wood metal railing staircase in Seattle with wood risers.
Copeland Road
Copeland Road
Thomas AlexanderThomas Alexander
Our bespoke staircase was designed meticulously with the joiner and steelwork fabricator. The wrapping Beech Treads and risers and expressed with a shadow gap above the simple plaster finish. The steel balustrade continues to the first floor and is under constant tension from the steel yachting wire. Darry Snow Photography
Grey Matters
Grey Matters
June DeLugas InteriorsJune DeLugas Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized traditional wood straight metal railing staircase in Other with painted wood risers.
Ames House
Ames House
Matt Fajkus ArchitectureMatt Fajkus Architecture
Inspiration for a medium sized modern wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Austin with open risers.
Kansa Ave Residence
Kansa Ave Residence
AAHA StudioAAHA Studio
Staircase as the heart of the home
Medium sized contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers and panelled walls.
Raspberry Hideaway
Raspberry Hideaway
Land + ShelterLand + Shelter
Photo of a contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Denver with open risers.

Metal Railing 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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