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Shabby-Chic Style Wood Railing Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Dove Canyon Home
Dove Canyon Home
MAC Flooring & InteriorsMAC Flooring & Interiors
Large romantic wood straight wood railing staircase in Orange County with painted wood risers.
Newport VT Lake Residence
Newport VT Lake Residence
Stina Booth PhotographerStina Booth Photographer
Stina Booth
Design ideas for a medium sized shabby-chic style wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Burlington with wood risers.
Wood House
Wood House
Jon Stuefloten Restoration PaintingJon Stuefloten Restoration Painting
Photo of a medium sized romantic wood straight wood railing staircase in Other with open risers.
Upper Camelford
Upper Camelford
Noku StudioNoku Studio
This old staircase has been refurbished and the combination of the white spindles with the natural wood handrail gives it a new modern touch.
Inspiration for a small shabby-chic style wood curved wood railing staircase in London with wallpapered walls.
29_Beautiful Oak & White Staircase in Inviting and Quaint Home, Arlington VA 222
29_Beautiful Oak & White Staircase in Inviting and Quaint Home, Arlington VA 222
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
This particular straight staircase is full or architectural details; properly spaced square balusters and simple/elegant square newels make a dramatic impact in this completely four-levels-renovated home in the heart of Arlington. Oak treads and handrails match the gorgeous hardwood floors, and the white vertical balusters not only match the lovely trim throughout, but also amplify the look of the space.CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
Entry
Entry
Triple L DesignsTriple L Designs
This is an example of a medium sized vintage carpeted curved wood railing staircase in Houston with wood risers and feature lighting.
Brussels - D
Brussels - D
Smet StaircasesSmet Staircases
Design ideas for a romantic painted wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Brussels with painted wood risers.
Minnet
Minnet
Shane RenovationsShane Renovations
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.
Hardwood Flooring
Hardwood Flooring
Oceanside Abbey CarpetOceanside Abbey Carpet
Medium sized romantic wood straight wood railing staircase in San Diego with painted wood risers.
Vintage
Vintage
Reinisch modernisiertReinisch modernisiert
Das echte Vintage Geländer wurde nur mit der Ziehklinge bearbeitet und hat durch verschiedene Lackschichten einen besonderen Charme. Die Renovierungsstufe im Dekor Eiche Vintage passt perfekt dazu. Ich bin verliebt!
ダークブラウンの家　福岡県
ダークブラウンの家　福岡県
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【福岡市　㈱ 清 武 建 設 一級建築士事務所　設計施工】 ◆中二階（広い階段踊場）に足が入るカウンターがあります。
Photo of a vintage wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Fukuoka with wood risers.
Lewes
Lewes
161 Photographic161 Photographic
Steve Hall
Photo of a medium sized shabby-chic style wood wood railing staircase in Sussex with wood risers.
29_Beautiful Oak & White Staircase in Inviting and Quaint Home, Arlington VA 222
29_Beautiful Oak & White Staircase in Inviting and Quaint Home, Arlington VA 222
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
This particular straight staircase is full or architectural details; properly spaced square balusters and simple/elegant square newels make a dramatic impact in this completely four-levels-renovated home in the heart of Arlington. Oak treads and handrails match the gorgeous hardwood floors, and the white vertical balusters not only match the lovely trim throughout, but also amplify the look of the space.CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
Justin and Karah's Residence
Justin and Karah's Residence
Newport HomebuildersNewport Homebuilders
James Wilson
Photo of a medium sized shabby-chic style wood curved wood railing staircase in Dallas with wood risers.
Chicago Second Floor Addition & Renovation
Chicago Second Floor Addition & Renovation
Leader BuildersLeader Builders
Photo of a shabby-chic style wood straight wood railing staircase in Boston with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
29_Beautiful Oak & White Staircase in Inviting and Quaint Home, Arlington VA 222
29_Beautiful Oak & White Staircase in Inviting and Quaint Home, Arlington VA 222
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
This particular straight staircase is full or architectural details; properly spaced square balusters and simple/elegant square newels make a dramatic impact in this completely four-levels-renovated home in the heart of Arlington. Oak treads and handrails match the gorgeous hardwood floors, and the white vertical balusters not only match the lovely trim throughout, but also amplify the look of the space.CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
マンションアンティークリノベーション　Ａ様邸
マンションアンティークリノベーション　Ａ様邸
株式会社 うーの家株式会社 うーの家
アンティークリノベ
Inspiration for a small romantic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Fukuoka.
Justin and Karah's Residence
Justin and Karah's Residence
Newport HomebuildersNewport Homebuilders
James Wilson
Medium sized vintage wood curved wood railing staircase in Dallas with wood risers.
階段手摺にやさしく光が差込む　-Afternoon-
階段手摺にやさしく光が差込む　-Afternoon-
株式会社いそざきや株式会社いそざきや
Inspiration for a large romantic wood straight wood railing staircase in Other with wood risers and wallpapered walls.
29_Beautiful Oak & White Staircase in Inviting and Quaint Home, Arlington VA 222
29_Beautiful Oak & White Staircase in Inviting and Quaint Home, Arlington VA 222
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
This particular straight staircase is full or architectural details; properly spaced square balusters and simple/elegant square newels make a dramatic impact in this completely four-levels-renovated home in the heart of Arlington. Oak treads and handrails match the gorgeous hardwood floors, and the white vertical balusters not only match the lovely trim throughout, but also amplify the look of the space.CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.

Shabby-Chic Style Wood Railing 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.
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