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Wood Railing Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Circular, Curved and Spiral Gallery
Circular, Curved and Spiral Gallery
Lake Shore Stair CompanyLake Shore Stair Company
Inspiration for a large modern carpeted curved wood railing staircase in Chicago with carpeted risers.
Black Lake Residence
Black Lake Residence
Alexander Design Group, Inc.Alexander Design Group, Inc.
Spacecrafting
Photo of a beach style wood wood railing staircase in Minneapolis with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
Berwyn, PA Tudor Home
Berwyn, PA Tudor Home
Deconstructed Living DesignDeconstructed Living Design
Design ideas for a large classic carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase in Philadelphia with wood risers.
Manhattan Beach Modern Farmhouse
Manhattan Beach Modern Farmhouse
Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED APLori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP
Photo of a medium sized rural wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Los Angeles with painted wood risers.
Birchmount Project
Birchmount Project
The Renovation Web Ltd.The Renovation Web Ltd.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional wood straight wood railing staircase in Toronto.
New England Style Timber Eco House
New England Style Timber Eco House
Stommel Haus UKStommel Haus UK
Traditional staircase in timber and white in New England style timber eco hosue. White risers, timber treads and banister
Small traditional wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Cologne with painted wood risers.
Orono Custom Home
Orono Custom Home
Divine Custom HomesDivine Custom Homes
Inspiration for a large nautical wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Minneapolis with painted wood risers.
Mainstreet Millwork
Mainstreet Millwork
Panache Inspiration CenterPanache Inspiration Center
Love the contrast of the carpet and the wood.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase in Minneapolis with carpeted risers.
Jones, Oakville
Jones, Oakville
NarratifNarratif
This is an example of a large contemporary wood straight wood railing staircase in Toronto with painted wood risers.
Mine Hill
Mine Hill
Gibson ContractingGibson Contracting
Sublime Photography
Photo of a large modern wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Vancouver with open risers.
Past Bespoke Joinery
Past Bespoke Joinery
HBH JoineryHBH Joinery
Contemporary l-shaped wood railing staircase in Other with under stair storage.
Our Work
Our Work
Anderson StairAnderson Stair
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional wood straight wood railing staircase in Bridgeport with painted wood risers.
Modern Luxury
Modern Luxury
Fresh Start Contracting CompanyFresh Start Contracting Company
Large modern wood curved wood railing staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
2017 Fall Showcase
2017 Fall Showcase
TCD HomesTCD Homes
Dress up your staircase with beautiful lighting and an accent stone wall.
This is an example of a beach style carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in Other with carpeted risers.
Transitional Estate
Transitional Estate
Interior ArchaeologyInterior Archaeology
Inspiration for a medium sized classic l-shaped wood railing staircase in San Francisco.
Woodhaven Loft Addition
Woodhaven Loft Addition
Northland Design & BuildNorthland Design & Build
Portland Kitchen & Bath Remodeler | Photo Credit: Justin Krug
Inspiration for a small classic carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase in Portland with carpeted risers and feature lighting.
Antique Home Renovation
Antique Home Renovation
Crisp ArchitectsCrisp Architects
Rob Karosis: Photographer
This is an example of a large eclectic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Bridgeport with painted wood risers.
No.3516 House
No.3516 House
Atelier SUNAtelier SUN
Photo of a small scandi wood straight wood railing staircase in Toronto with wood risers.
New Carpeting in Troy, Michigan
New Carpeting in Troy, Michigan
Riemer Floors, Inc.Riemer Floors, Inc.
Colonial Home in Troy, MI featuring Bold Horizons by Masland in Canyon Wall.
This is an example of a medium sized classic carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase in Detroit with carpeted risers.
Oceanfront Atlantic Beach
Oceanfront Atlantic Beach
Brimco BuildersBrimco Builders
This is an example of a beach style wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Other with wood risers.

Wood Railing 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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