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Traditional Black Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Doors and Interior Trim
Doors and Interior Trim
Carver Creek WoodworksCarver Creek Woodworks
This is part of an interior home transformation. We took out the carpeted stairs and yellowing oak to bring a rich and timely presence to the space.
Medium sized classic wood l-shaped staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
Hawks Ridge Home
Hawks Ridge Home
Cameo Homes Inc.Cameo Homes Inc.
A view of the Stairway in this lovely Park City Home. Built by Utah's Luxury Home Builders, Cameo Homes Inc. www.cameohomesinc.com
Design ideas for a traditional staircase in Salt Lake City.
Kenwood
Kenwood
Brook Taylor InteriorsBrook Taylor Interiors
This is an example of a classic staircase in DC Metro with a dado rail.
Stacked Block Curve
Stacked Block Curve
Custom Newel PostsCustom Newel Posts
The designers of this home brought us a real challenge; to build a unsupported curved stair that looks like stacked lumber. We believe this solid oak curved stair meets that challenge. LED lighting adds a modern touch to a rustic project. The widening effect at the bottom of the stair creates a welcoming impression. Our innovative design creates a look that floats on air.
LUX Interior Design Toronto Office
LUX Interior Design Toronto Office
LUX Design | Interior Design BuildLUX Design | Interior Design Build
Stairs leading to the designers offices on the second floor. A moody hallway reflects the archways in between buildings in France with lanterns, a tribute to the architecture of the building.
Stairss
Stairss
Molyneaux Tile Carpet WoodMolyneaux Tile Carpet Wood
This is an example of a classic staircase in Other.
Basement staircase
Basement staircase
The Stone Masonry Company LimitedThe Stone Masonry Company Limited
Stone staircase leading to basement. open treads portland limestone.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic straight staircase in London.
Family home refurbishment Skerries
Family home refurbishment Skerries
Carton InteriorsCarton Interiors
Medium sized classic staircase in Dublin.
Whole Apartment Renovation in Herne Hill
Whole Apartment Renovation in Herne Hill
Maya Salfati DesignsMaya Salfati Designs
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional painted wood wood railing staircase in London with carpeted risers.
Client Calgary Soho
Client Calgary Soho
Elle Peters DesignElle Peters Design
Photo by Jamie Anholt
Medium sized traditional wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Calgary with wood risers.
Raritan, NJ
Raritan, NJ
Casa Bella DesignZ & ImprovementsCasa Bella DesignZ & Improvements
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional wood straight wire cable railing staircase in New York with open risers.
Custom stair parts with clean lines
Custom stair parts with clean lines
Spindle GuysSpindle Guys
This is an example of a classic staircase in Kansas City.
ANCIEN PRESBYTERE
ANCIEN PRESBYTERE
Caroline Désert Décoratrice d'IntérieurCaroline Désert Décoratrice d'Intérieur
Gwenaelle HOYET
Design ideas for a classic wood l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Rennes with painted wood risers.
Hardwood Stairsr
Hardwood Stairsr
The Arvada Flooring CompanyThe Arvada Flooring Company
This is an example of a classic staircase in Denver.
Winport Links
Winport Links
Modern InsightModern Insight
Classic wood l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Calgary with wood risers.
Design Superstore
Design Superstore
DesignCo.DesignCo.
Staircase Runner
Medium sized traditional carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase in Austin with carpeted risers.
Greenwich Georgian Style Home
Greenwich Georgian Style Home
Cardello ArchitectsCardello Architects
Photo of a classic staircase in New York.
Craftsman
Craftsman
HG Walton & SonsHG Walton & Sons
Jim Monroe
Inspiration for a traditional staircase in Houston.
Portfolio
Portfolio
Hemphill's Rugs & CarpetsHemphill's Rugs & Carpets
Wool trellis pattern featuring black field with tan and cream accent tones. Installed for a client in Newport Beach, CA.
This is an example of a medium sized classic carpeted u-shaped staircase in Orange County with carpeted risers.
Seabrook Island Residence
Seabrook Island Residence
ArchitraveArchitrave
William Quarles
Photo of a medium sized classic wood mixed railing staircase in Charleston with wood risers.

Traditional Black Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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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