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21 - Traditional Acadian Southern Staircase
21 - Traditional Acadian Southern Staircase
Aspire Fine HomesAspire Fine Homes
Design ideas for an expansive classic l-shaped wood railing staircase spindle in Houston with wood risers.
Sauganash House
Sauganash House
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©Amy Braswell
Inspiration for a traditional wood curved metal railing staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers.
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West of Market
West of Market
Alair KirklandAlair Kirkland
This is an example of a medium sized traditional wood l-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Seattle with painted wood risers.
Northern Chicago Suburb Home - Interior Design
Northern Chicago Suburb Home - Interior Design
Richar InteriorsRichar Interiors
Serenity in Evanston. Client requested a calm color palette; Ice blue was the color of choice for floors and ceilings.
Inspiration for a traditional curved wood railing staircase in Chicago with open risers.
24 - Traditional Acadian Southern Stairs
24 - Traditional Acadian Southern Stairs
Aspire Fine HomesAspire Fine Homes
Photo of an expansive traditional l-shaped wood railing staircase spindle in Houston with wood risers.
Two-Tone Staircase
Two-Tone Staircase
UserUser
An incredible custom 3,300 square foot custom Craftsman styled 2-story home with detailed amenities throughout.
Photo of a large classic wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Chicago with wood risers.
Colonial Revival Wilmette Residence
Colonial Revival Wilmette Residence
R. Scott Javore & Associates, LTD.R. Scott Javore & Associates, LTD.
Inspiration for a classic wood curved wood railing staircase in Chicago with wood risers.
Quirky Carpet Installation to Stairs in Central London
Quirky Carpet Installation to Stairs in Central London
The Flooring Group LtdThe Flooring Group Ltd
Client: Private Residence In Central London Brief: To supply & install carpet to stairs as a runner
Inspiration for a medium sized classic carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in London with carpeted risers.
Practical Luxe Staircase
Practical Luxe Staircase
Bear René LLPBear René LLP
Practical luxe staircase with oak parquet flooring and Jacaranda Carpets stair runner in the well-used hall and staircase of our clients' family home!
Supply & Install Carpet with a Black Border to Stairs
Supply & Install Carpet with a Black Border to Stairs
The Flooring Group LtdThe Flooring Group Ltd
Client: Private Residence In North London Brief: To supply & install carpet as a runner with a black border to stairs
Photo of a medium sized traditional carpeted u-shaped staircase in London with carpeted risers.
Brown Carpet with Brown Edgings Installed to Stairs
Brown Carpet with Brown Edgings Installed to Stairs
The Flooring Group LtdThe Flooring Group Ltd
Client: Private Residence In North London Brief: To supply & install brown carpet as a runner with brown edgings to stairs
This is an example of a medium sized traditional carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in London with carpeted risers.
Custom Carpet Installations
Custom Carpet Installations
Marina CarpetMarina Carpet
Design ideas for a medium sized classic wood curved staircase in New York with carpeted risers.
Traditional Staircase
Traditional Staircase
Inspiration for a traditional wood curved staircase in Portland with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
Staircase
Staircase
Splash CarpentrySplash Carpentry
This is an example of a medium sized classic wood curved staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers.
Custom Staircase
Custom Staircase
Carpet Design Group, LLCCarpet Design Group, LLC
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional wood l-shaped staircase in Detroit with painted wood risers.
Tuftex Spring Fashion Collection
Tuftex Spring Fashion Collection
Nampa Floors and InteriorsNampa Floors and Interiors
Casablanca
Inspiration for a medium sized classic wood straight staircase in Boise with wood risers.
Walnut Staircase
Walnut Staircase
McNickle Construction Inc.McNickle Construction Inc.
McNickle Construction Inc.
Inspiration for a classic staircase in Other.
Ewing- 1918 Bungalow
Ewing- 1918 Bungalow
Bay Street BungalowsBay Street Bungalows
Oasis Photography
This is an example of a medium sized classic wood straight staircase in Charlotte with painted wood risers.

Traditional 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.
Comstock Hills - Total Renovation, Spanish Transitional
Comstock Hills - Total Renovation, Spanish Transitional
Dana Benson ConstructionDana Benson Construction
Interior Design by Grace Benson Photography by Bethany Nauert
Classic wood metal railing staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.
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