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Shabby-Chic Style Staircase Ideas and Designs

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photos going up the staircase wall, using vintage frames with no glass
Photo of a vintage staircase in Chicago with feature lighting.
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Photo of a large vintage wood u-shaped staircase in Atlanta with painted wood risers.
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Photo of a romantic staircase in New Orleans.
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Re captured space for a cute dog pen. All custom made by AAI. Brick was also added.
Small shabby-chic style staircase in Portland.
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We added custom storage and a desk area under these stairs to optimize usable space for our client.
Photo of a small romantic wood straight wood railing staircase in Toronto with wood risers.
Suivez le Guide : Aurélie
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Jours & NuitsJours & Nuits
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Medium sized shabby-chic style tiled curved staircase in Montpellier with tiled risers.
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Bright English Beach Cottage
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Inspiration for a shabby-chic style painted wood staircase in Los Angeles with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
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This is an example of a vintage staircase in Dublin.
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Rustic Maple and Panted Blue Cabinetry Custom Amish TV Surround
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Custom Amish-built cabinetry in a Rustic Mard Maple with custom finish. MSI Marquina Midnight quartz counters, Kichler wall sconces, Belwith Keeler Chrysalis hardware, and tile from Jeffery Court and Original Style UK. Display in presentation space of samples center of Village Home Stores. 105 S State Geneseo, IL.
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Ristrutturazione di un appartamento privato
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Inspiration for a vintage staircase in Florence.
Staircase - Carpet & Hardwood
Staircase - Carpet & Hardwood
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Photo of an expansive romantic wood curved staircase in Orange County with painted wood risers.
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L.A. Carpet & Tile Inc.L.A. Carpet & Tile Inc.
Home Builder Ridge Stone Homes
Design ideas for a medium sized shabby-chic style carpeted l-shaped glass railing staircase in Edmonton with carpeted risers.
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Juliette ByrneJuliette Byrne
This is an example of a small romantic staircase in London with under stair storage.
Extravagance on the River
Extravagance on the River
Baine Contracting, Inc.Baine Contracting, Inc.
Beautiful craftsmanship brings this staircase to the next level.
Inspiration for a large vintage wood u-shaped staircase in New York with wood risers.
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Photo of a vintage staircase in Columbus.
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Handprinted Chinoiserie wallpaper in interior design
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Design ideas for a small shabby-chic style wood spiral staircase in Other with painted wood risers.
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Fotografo Immobiliare • Casa Maggio
Ulisse AlbiatiUlisse Albiati
Committente: Arch. Alfredo Merolli RE/MAX Professional Firenze. Ripresa fotografica: impiego obiettivo 24mm su pieno formato; macchina su treppiedi con allineamento ortogonale dell'inquadratura; impiego luce naturale esistente con l'ausilio di luci flash e luci continue 5500°K. Post-produzione: aggiustamenti base immagine; fusione manuale di livelli con differente esposizione per produrre un'immagine ad alto intervallo dinamico ma realistica; rimozione elementi di disturbo. Obiettivo commerciale: realizzazione fotografie di complemento ad annunci su siti web agenzia immobiliare; pubblicità su social network; pubblicità a stampa (principalmente volantini e pieghevoli).
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Living with Broste Copenhagen
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This is an example of a medium sized vintage wood staircase in Dresden with wood risers.
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Regis Vogt Photography
Photo of a romantic wood straight staircase in DC Metro with painted wood risers.

Shabby-Chic Style Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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.
20_Minimalist Stair System in Modern Home, Fairfax, Virginia 22030
20_Minimalist Stair System in Modern Home, Fairfax, Virginia 22030
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
The maple slab-like treads complement the wood installed on floors and ceiling, and contrast beautifully against the crisp white interior selected by owners; the open risers add a sophisticated touch to this ultra-modern home and create an airy feeling that complements the openness of this home’s layout. Century Stair designed, manufactured and installed this structural multi-level staircase (with matching hardwood handrails and hand-forged steel railing supports) conforming to local residential building codes. CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
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