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Wood Railing Staircase with Carpeted Risers Ideas and Designs

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House in North London For Hide Studio
House in North London For Hide Studio
Anna Stathaki | PhotographyAnna Stathaki | Photography
©Anna Stathaki
Photo of a medium sized modern carpeted wood railing staircase in London with carpeted risers and under stair storage.
Northshore Lakehouse
Northshore Lakehouse
Kristina Crestin DesignKristina Crestin Design
Photo of a coastal carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in Manchester with carpeted risers.
Traditional Home Makeover
Traditional Home Makeover
Twilly and FigTwilly and Fig
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional carpeted curved wood railing staircase in Dallas with carpeted risers and panelled walls.
Transitional Rustic
Transitional Rustic
Rayna Vogel Interior Design, LLCRayna Vogel Interior Design, LLC
Amazing what a little paint can do! By painting the handrail black and balusters white this staircase is transformed.
Medium sized traditional carpeted curved wood railing staircase in Seattle with carpeted risers and wainscoting.
Blue Sage Street of Dreams
Blue Sage Street of Dreams
Platinum Builders LLCPlatinum Builders LLC
Inspiration for a large traditional carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in Omaha with carpeted risers.
Country Club Residence
Country Club Residence
Regas InteriorsRegas Interiors
photo: Woodie Williams
Design ideas for an expansive traditional carpeted curved wood railing staircase in Atlanta with carpeted risers.
Chic and Classic
Chic and Classic
Lacy GreenLacy Green
Coastal carpeted wood railing staircase in Denver with carpeted risers.
Haystack Mountain Drive
Haystack Mountain Drive
UserUser
Design ideas for a medium sized carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase in Salt Lake City with carpeted risers.
Harbour Residence
Harbour Residence
ReNewal Home DecorReNewal Home Decor
Erek Helseth - ReNewal Home Decor
Inspiration for a large classic carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in Sacramento with carpeted risers.
CotY Award Winner for Gemmi Construction with Odell Painting, Morrisville, PA
CotY Award Winner for Gemmi Construction with Odell Painting, Morrisville, PA
Odell PaintingOdell Painting
Photo of a medium sized traditional carpeted straight wood railing staircase in Philadelphia with carpeted risers.
Grand Staircase
Grand Staircase
Karp Associates Inc.Karp Associates Inc.
Elegant and classic foyer with multi-level wrap-around staircase.
Expansive classic carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in Other with carpeted risers.
Wahroonga Residence
Wahroonga Residence
Martin Kolarik Home DesignMartin Kolarik Home Design
Photography by Thomas Dalhoff
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary carpeted curved wood railing staircase in Sydney with carpeted risers.
Edwardian home
Edwardian home
Vignette InteriorsVignette Interiors
These Edwardian stairs were sanded right back and painted in Farrow & Ball Railings, providing a contrast to the walls (Strong White). A black and white carpet runner provides a striking addition.
White Oak and White Staircase
White Oak and White Staircase
Revived InteriorsRevived Interiors
Updated staircase with white balusters and white oak handrails, herringbone-patterned stair runner in taupe and cream, and ornate but airy moulding details. This entryway has white oak hardwood flooring, white walls with beautiful millwork and moulding details.
Hollywood Regency
Hollywood Regency
Blackdoor Design by Tamra CovielloBlackdoor Design by Tamra Coviello
Dark railing against light spindles is a great way to add dimension without weighing the space down. This Cyber Space banister is a great example! Photo by Melissa Au
Two Tides
Two Tides
WM Design & Architecture LtdWM Design & Architecture Ltd
Design ideas for a coastal carpeted curved wood railing staircase in Other with carpeted risers.
Stairways
Stairways
Exceed Floor & HomeExceed Floor & Home
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in Chicago with carpeted risers.
Converted Manor House, Hertfordshire
Converted Manor House, Hertfordshire
UserUser
This is an example of a medium sized classic carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in Hertfordshire with carpeted risers.
Lasso Project
Lasso Project
Residents UnderstoodResidents Understood
This is an example of a traditional carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase in Jacksonville with carpeted risers.
Bachelor Pad Remodel
Bachelor Pad Remodel
A.Design, LLCA.Design, LLC
Large classic carpeted straight wood railing staircase in Other with carpeted risers.

Wood Railing Staircase with Carpeted Risers 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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