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Staircase Spindle Ideas and Designs

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Palmetto Hill Country
Palmetto Hill Country
Stone Acorn BuildersStone Acorn Builders
Inspiration for a classic wood staircase spindle in Houston with wood risers and under stair storage.
Sherman Lake Home
Sherman Lake Home
Blansfield Builders, Inc.Blansfield Builders, Inc.
Jim Furman
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional wood u-shaped staircase spindle in New York with painted wood risers.
Cow Hollow Historic Home
Cow Hollow Historic Home
Matarozzi Pelsinger BuildersMatarozzi Pelsinger Builders
Complete renovation of historic Cow Hollow home. Existing front facade remained for historical purposes. Scope included framing the entire 3 story structure, constructing large concrete retaining walls, and installing a storefront folding door system at family room that opens onto rear stone patio. Rear yard features terraced concrete planters and living wall. Photos: Bruce DaMonte Interior Design: Martha Angus Architect: David Gast
Arts and Crafts
Arts and Crafts
Richard Leggin ArchitectsRichard Leggin Architects
Anice Hoachlander, Hoachlander Davis Photography
Photo of a classic staircase spindle in DC Metro.
Farmhouse Staircase
Farmhouse Staircase
Design ideas for a farmhouse staircase spindle in Philadelphia.
Finchampstead- Family Home
Finchampstead- Family Home
Reyne DesignReyne Design
Contemporary refurbishment of entrance hall and staircase with built in shoe storage and coat hooks
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary carpeted straight wood railing staircase spindle in Berkshire with carpeted risers and wood walls.
The Zephyr Farmhouse
The Zephyr Farmhouse
Master Edge HomesMaster Edge Homes
Inspiration for a farmhouse carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase spindle in Toronto with carpeted risers.
tiburon home remodel
tiburon home remodel
Mahoney Architects & InteriorsMahoney Architects & Interiors
A traditional stair railing
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional wood straight staircase spindle in San Francisco with painted wood risers.
Project 1
Project 1
Morland DesignMorland Design
Photo of a classic painted wood l-shaped staircase spindle in London with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
Ascher Davis Architects, LLP
Ascher Davis Architects, LLP
Ascher Davis Architects, LLPAscher Davis Architects, LLP
Inspiration for a contemporary wood staircase spindle in New York.
23 - Traditional Acadian Southern Stairs
23 - Traditional Acadian Southern Stairs
Aspire Fine HomesAspire Fine Homes
Expansive traditional l-shaped wood railing staircase spindle in Houston with wood risers.
Basement Finishing/Remodeling, Columbia 5, Maryland
Basement Finishing/Remodeling, Columbia 5, Maryland
BasementRemodeling.comBasementRemodeling.com
Another classic and simple basement stairs with carpeted steps.
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase spindle in DC Metro with carpeted risers.
Armonk
Armonk
Valerie Lavine DesignValerie Lavine Design
Photo of a classic wood l-shaped staircase spindle in New York.
Rocksyde
Rocksyde
Albert, Righter & Tittmann Architects, Inc.Albert, Righter & Tittmann Architects, Inc.
This year-round house sits on a rocky shoulder of a New England cove. The house is oriented East to West, allowing a procession of rooms to gradually culminate in the spectacular ocean view to the East. The dramatic siting of the house against the water’s edge recalls a ship’s prow jutting into the ocean. The house responds to its natural environment as well as the Shingle Style tradition popular to the region. Photography by Robert Benson
House on Belfast Road
House on Belfast Road
Gary Quigg PhotographyGary Quigg Photography
Gary Quigg
Design ideas for a classic wood l-shaped staircase spindle in Belfast with painted wood risers and under stair storage.
Oak Staircase Refurbishment
Oak Staircase Refurbishment
Sam WoodSam Wood
Oak Staircase Refurbishment
Inspiration for a scandinavian wood railing staircase spindle in Manchester.
Loft Conversion and House Renovation
Loft Conversion and House Renovation
ALT CONSTRUCTIONALT CONSTRUCTION
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood wood railing staircase spindle in London with wood risers.
Wrigleyville Residence
Wrigleyville Residence
Alan Design StudioAlan Design Studio
Designer: Ruthie Alan
Traditional wood staircase spindle in Chicago with under stair storage.
White Croft
White Croft
Zodiac DesignZodiac Design
Staircase spindle in Buckinghamshire.
Treymore
Treymore
Gacek Design Group, Inc.Gacek Design Group, Inc.
Philadelphia Magazine Designer House 2009
Traditional staircase spindle in Philadelphia.

Staircase Spindle 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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