Five popular staircase styles you’ll love

Whether renovating an old property or building a new one from scratch, there can be no doubt that the type of staircase you choose to install can make or break the look and feel of the building! It’s essential to put some serious thought into what type of staircase best suits the building, and what style you’d like. You won’t want to be changing it, so get it right first time! So, what are the most popular staircase styles to consider? Read on to find out.

 A straight staircase

 Great for your typical two up, two down-type property, a straight staircase may not be the most creative solution, but it does fit a lot of different types of housing. Because it usually runs up alongside a wall, you only need one balustrade. But you might like it to run up the centre of a room, which will definitely deliver an eye-catching statement.

 Partway landing

 A straight staircase can have a landing partway, and this is a great solution for houses with multiple levels. It’s a very effective option for those looking to maximise the space available to them, and can be decorated with a plant or even a small armchair if the landing is big enough. At the very least, it often turns into the place where the washing basket lives!

 Quarter or half-turn stairs

 For a quirky look, you could always consider a set of turn stairs. Quarter-turn stairs are also known as ‘L-shaped’ stairs, and half-turn stairs are also known as ‘U-shaped’ stairs. These consist of steps to a landing, followed by another set of steps that head off to the next floor in another direction. Turn stairs look great in most modern properties, and offer plenty of versatility too.

 Winder stairs

 Sometimes a space can be tricky to add a staircase to, and in these cases a winder staircase can offer a solution. Sometimes it’s something as simple as two steps going up, and then the rest of the steps heading off in a slightly different direction. The main benefit of winder stairs is that they require slightly less floor space than other options, so it’s a good one to consider if you are working in a small space.

 Spiral stairs

 Of course, there are few staircase options to rival a spiral staircase. Not only do they look attractive, but they also require the very least floor space meaning, they’re great for smaller houses and cottages. A spiral staircase can be built from wood, stainless steel or other metals, and will serve as a beautiful conversation-starting centrepiece in any room.

 Choosing the right type of staircase for your property requires careful thought, not only about the type of staircase you would like, but also what will best suit the space available. If you’d like to discuss your staircase options give Blue Cube Fabrications a call today.