Why You Should Never Opt for Concrete Staircases inside Your Home
14 February 2019When it comes to the types of materials to use for staircases inside homes, wooden staircase are the preferred choice by far. While there are other options, such as precast concrete and concrete staircases, there are reasons why these are not advised to use inside your home. To understand the reasons why precast stairs and concrete staircases are not recommended for use inside your home, it is helpful if you know the differences between them, and how these compare to wooden staircases. Concrete Staircases vs. Precast Concrete Staircases Poured-in-place concrete staircases – these are a permanent addition to a home, […]
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Why Spiral Staircases Work Best with Small Spaces
31 January 2019Having a small living space can be uncomfortable, but if you want to maximise the little space that you have left, there is something you can consider to free up some room. If you live in a two-storey home and want to maximise all the space that you can, you will no doubt find conventional staircases to be somewhat problematic. Not only do they take up a significant amount of space with their landing and balustrades, but they can also be difficult to navigate around, especially in confined or restrictive areas. Thankfully, there is a quick solution to this dilemma […]
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Cantilever Staircases: The Staircase Art that Floats
15 January 2019When it comes to staircases, it is mostly ‘been-there, done-that’. In the thousands of years of architectural history, every imaginable staircase design and aesthetic has already been thought of and created. This makes it difficult for modern homes to truly adopt completely avant-garde aesthetics. Even the most modern of staircase designs still have an inkling of the old-fashioned in it, whether it’s in the balustrade, the railings, or the treads. If you are a homeowner that is looking for something truly ‘modern’, cantilever staircases might be the ideal choice. The Staircase Art that Floats: Cantilever Staircases Cantilever staircases are a […]
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Tasmanian Oak for Your Staircase: Grain and Timber Quality that You Must Know About
17 December 2018If you are looking for the perfect type of wood for your staircase, you may have come across many of the more conventional options – pine, heartwood, mahogany, and redwoods. While these varieties of timber are all excellent choices for staircases, and though each of them vary in price and innate aesthetic and practical value, they are quite commonplace and might not have the same sort of ‘wow-factor’ that many intrepid new homeowners or adventurous home renovators need or want. If you want something new, or if you are looking for a type of wood that is uncommon, but can […]
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Features and Qualities of Victorian Ash Timber for Staircases
06 December 2018One of the easiest ways to add a ton of personality to your home is by installing a brand new staircase. We are particularly taken by the aesthetic and functional benefits that timber staircases can offer. Combining elegance and sturdy functionality, your home could benefit from the conversation starter that a Victorian Ash Timber staircase could provide. If you are not familiar with this style of timber staircase then you’ve come to the right place. Today, we are going to outline the qualities and features of Victorian Ash Timber when used in the construction of a new staircase. Victorian Ash […]
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