HARD WOOD OR SOFT WOOD TIMBER STAIRCASE? CHOOSING WHAT’S RIGHT FOR YOUR HOME
11 November 2015Staircases are essential for multi-storied homes and buildings, especially if you’re a homeowner looking to expand your available space without having to extend your home outward. In today’s trying times, when prices constantly soar, extending a home outward is no longer in vogue. The only other way to expand a home, to add more space to a growing household, is to expand it upwards. In most multi-storied homes, staircases act not only as a means of access to the higher levels, but likewise functions as a type of aesthetic pathway that can be both practical and beautiful. Most people who […]
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WROUGHT IRON TWIST, ROUND OR SQUARE BARS: TIPS IN CHOOSING THE RIGHT BALUSTRADE
21 October 2015When it comes to choosing the right kind of hardy balustrade material for your home’s needs, you can never go wrong using metal. There are a number of different metal balustrading materials available that you can choose to use, the most popular being wrought iron metal rails. Wrought iron is simply nothing more than one of the most rudimentary forms of iron, and it has been renowned throughout the centuries as a durable, long-lasting, low-maintenance material for the construction of gates, fences, and balustrades. There are generally three styles of wrought iron stakes for the creation of fences or balustrades, […]
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CUSTOM STAIRCASES THAT FIT YOUR BUDGET AND YOUR LIFESTYLE
09 October 2015Few interior hacks can make your home look extremely classic; and custom staircases are one of those. Those who understand the technique of interior design know how to choose the right staircase options that look great and can save money; while at the same time remodeling a home. You cannot argue with the fact that custom designed staircases can complement interiors better than plain standard ones, that’s obvious. However, cost might play a very important role in the final decision to upgrade a staircase. Here are some of the tips that will help you keep within your remodeling budget and […]
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CHOOSING THE BEST OUTDOOR STAIR HANDRAILS FOR YOUR HOME
28 September 2015Along with the stairs you select to have a professional install outdoors at your home, you will need to select the best outdoor stair handrails to ensure the safety of you and your family as you travel up and down the stairs. Before you make a final decision on your handrails, you must consider certain facts. We share these facts with you in the following information. Style of the House First, consider the style of your house when selecting handrails for your outdoor steps. While timber handrails are ideal for a traditional or rustic home, they would not complement a […]
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BRIGHTEN YOUR HOME WITH THE SIMPLE BEAUTY OF TIMBER OPEN STAIRCASES
07 September 2015Staircases are generally relegated to the homes of the elite, and they’ve always been a trade mark of wealth and status, since before the Industrial Period. However, aside from being employed for the sake of show, staircases also play a very integral role in the overall structure and functionality of a house. In cases where houses are two to three stories high, staircases are a definite must have item – especially stable, well-made and hardy ones. Timber Open Staircases Allow more Space in the Home Because most homeowners prefer additional space at home, opting for two to three-stories of additional […]
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