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Traditional Black Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Dark Wood Stairs
Dark Wood Stairs
Tom Saint Painting & RemodelingTom Saint Painting & Remodeling
Medium sized traditional wood l-shaped staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
Crisp Architects
Crisp Architects
Crisp ArchitectsCrisp Architects
Small Home. Staircase. -Photographer: Rob Karosis
This is an example of a classic staircase in New York.
Timber Trails Retreat
Timber Trails Retreat
Rinehimer Construction Inc.Rinehimer Construction Inc.
Traditional wood mixed railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
Highlands Remodel
Highlands Remodel
Ascent Contracting IncAscent Contracting Inc
Photo of a small traditional tiled l-shaped wood railing staircase in Denver with tiled risers.
Traditional Home Steel Spiral Staircase
Traditional Home Steel Spiral Staircase
Paragon StairsParagon Stairs
The homeowner chose a code compliant Configurable Steel Spiral Stair. The code risers and additional spindles add safety.
Inspiration for a small traditional wood spiral staircase in Philadelphia with metal risers.
Battersea Family Home
Battersea Family Home
Imperfect InteriorsImperfect Interiors
This lovely Victorian house in Battersea was tired and dated before we opened it up and reconfigured the layout. We added a full width extension with Crittal doors to create an open plan kitchen/diner/play area for the family, and added a handsome deVOL shaker kitchen.
Family home refurbishment Skerries
Family home refurbishment Skerries
Carton InteriorsCarton Interiors
Medium sized classic staircase in Dublin.
Golf Links Drive - Complete Reno - Aurora, ON
Golf Links Drive - Complete Reno - Aurora, ON
Salerno Kitchens Inc.Salerno Kitchens Inc.
Foyer
Inspiration for a medium sized classic wood curved staircase in Toronto with painted wood risers.
CUSTOM ORNAMENTAL WROUGHT IRON WORK
CUSTOM ORNAMENTAL WROUGHT IRON WORK
Krason's GroupKrason's Group
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional wood l-shaped staircase in Chicago with wood risers.
North Shore Estate
North Shore Estate
Interior Changes home design & consultingInterior Changes home design & consulting
The custom staircase in this North Shore of Chicago lake house has the traditional flavor of elegance with a relaxed nautical shape. The view from the second floor through to the lower level invites vistors and family to stop and stare for awhile. Everything about this staircase is beauty to the eye!
Entry Refresh
Entry Refresh
Paul Thomas Designs, LLCPaul Thomas Designs, LLC
Photo of a medium sized classic carpeted u-shaped metal railing staircase in Seattle with carpeted risers.
Curved Staircases
Curved Staircases
One Step AheadOne Step Ahead
Design ideas for a medium sized classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Seattle with wood risers.
Curved Stairs
Curved Stairs
Southern StaircaseSouthern Staircase
Elegant curved stair with wood baluster system in Atlanta, GA.
Large classic wood curved staircase in Atlanta with painted wood risers.
Change the look of your staircase!
Change the look of your staircase!
Artistic Floors by Design, Inc.Artistic Floors by Design, Inc.
If carpeted stairs and old, wobbly, builder-grade handrails are not your jam, look no further because Artistic Floors by Design can help.
Photo of a large classic staircase in Denver.
Dresden project
Dresden project
Art Home Improvement, LLCArt Home Improvement, LLC
This is an example of a classic staircase in Atlanta.
Stair Runners
Stair Runners
G. Fried Carpet & DesignG. Fried Carpet & Design
Ivan Bader
Photo of a medium sized classic wood curved staircase in New York with wood risers.
Tiffany Style Stained Glass Stairway Landing Window
Tiffany Style Stained Glass Stairway Landing Window
Degenhardt Glass StudioDegenhardt Glass Studio
Design ideas for a classic staircase in Austin.
Stairs
Stairs
Sandberg's Custom Hardwood FloorsSandberg's Custom Hardwood Floors
Medium sized traditional wood straight staircase in Philadelphia with wood risers.
Elkhorn Lake House Renovation
Elkhorn Lake House Renovation
Knutson Bros. II,LLCKnutson Bros. II,LLC
Photo of a medium sized traditional wood curved staircase in Milwaukee with wood risers.
Deck upgrade with huge slider
Deck upgrade with huge slider
Dishington Construction - Jensen HusDishington Construction - Jensen Hus
nathan dishington
Photo of a traditional staircase in Boston.

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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