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Budget Straight Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Under stair storage
Under stair storage
UserUser
This basement needed to utilize every square foot of storage. These shaker style doors were built to hide the stored items under the stairs.
This is an example of a small traditional wood straight staircase in New York.
Scenario House
Scenario House
Scenario ArchitectureScenario Architecture
Photo credits: Matt Clayton
Photo of a large contemporary wood straight staircase in London with wood risers and feature lighting.
New runner
New runner
Floor Coverings International of CharlestonFloor Coverings International of Charleston
Photo of a medium sized classic wood straight staircase in Charleston with painted wood risers.
Ex-council flat refurbishment, Walthamstow
Ex-council flat refurbishment, Walthamstow
UserUser
Design ideas for a small modern carpeted straight wood railing staircase in London with carpeted risers.
Stair Runners
Stair Runners
Bloomington Carpet OneBloomington Carpet One
Photo of a medium sized traditional carpeted straight staircase in Minneapolis with carpeted risers.
POLO
POLO
MoontowerMoontower
Design ideas for a medium sized modern straight wood railing staircase in Austin.
Wainscot
Wainscot
UserUser
Wainscot trim
Photo of a medium sized traditional wood straight wood railing staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers.
Villa i Nacka
Villa i Nacka
Delin ArkitektkontorDelin Arkitektkontor
Patric Johansson
Photo of a medium sized scandinavian metal straight staircase in Stockholm with open risers.
Dennis and Lisa's Paradise in El Cerrito, CA
Dennis and Lisa's Paradise in El Cerrito, CA
New AvenueNew Avenue
Ladder to the loft.
This is an example of a small bohemian wood straight staircase in San Francisco with open 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.
monochrome striped stair carpet runner and patterned wallpaper
monochrome striped stair carpet runner and patterned wallpaper
Style Within LimitedStyle Within Limited
Monochrome striped stair carpet runner with feature wallpaper Photo - Style Within
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary carpeted straight staircase in Other with carpeted risers.
Basic Basement Remodel in Middlesex County
Basic Basement Remodel in Middlesex County
IMPROVE or MOVEIMPROVE or MOVE
stairs leading up from the basement
This is an example of a medium sized classic wood straight staircase in New York with wood risers.
Stanton Hybrid Oyster Grey Carpet
Stanton Hybrid Oyster Grey Carpet
Mouery's FlooringMouery's Flooring
Royaltron is resistant to signs of wear due to the long lasting fibers. Inherently hydrophobic fibers do not absorb moisture making spills and stains easy to remove. Additional properties include anti-microbial and anti-static
POLO
POLO
MoontowerMoontower
Medium sized traditional wood straight wood railing staircase in Austin with carpeted risers.
23_Craftsman Style Stairs, Fairfax VA 22030
23_Craftsman Style Stairs, Fairfax VA 22030
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
This multistory stair definitely embraces nature and simplicity; we had the opportunity to design, build and install these rectangular wood treads, newels, balusters and handrails system, to help create beautiful horizontal lines for a more natural open flow throughout the home.CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
Under stair storage
Under stair storage
UserUser
This basement needed to utilize every square foot of storage. These shaker style doors were built to hide the stored items under the stairs.
Inspiration for a small classic wood straight staircase in New York.
Ascot Vale House
Ascot Vale House
Urban Creative StudioUrban Creative Studio
Jessie May Photography
Small contemporary wood straight wood railing staircase in Melbourne with wood risers.
Stair Runner Installation
Stair Runner Installation
Imperial Carpet & HomeImperial Carpet & Home
Design ideas for a small eclectic carpeted straight staircase in Toronto with carpeted risers.
Timber Stair Parts
Timber Stair Parts
Blueprint JoineryBlueprint Joinery
Are you looking to refresh and renovate your staircase? Here at Blueprint Joinery, we might have the solution to your problem. For those of you that are looking for something subtle, yet classy and tasteful, but with a little twist then you’re in the right place.
Copeland Road
Copeland Road
Thomas AlexanderThomas Alexander
The stair and the joinery are separated by a strong vertically tiled column. 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

Budget Straight 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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