Luxurious interior of the hall of a private house
Stair steps made of concrete or metal look unpresentable, so they are sheathed. You can veneer a flight of stairs from both the inside and outside, and it is especially important to pay attention to the horizontal surface of the steps. For ease of use, it must be non-slip and abrasion resistant. Read about other subtleties of cladding later in the article.
Neon lighting will help highlight the beauty of natural wood
Advice! The risers should be finished with impact-resistant material, since this element is most often exposed to footwear. When starting to select the cladding, pay attention to the design of the flight of stairs, the type of base and the design solution of the entire interior of the room where the staircase is located.
Selection of finishing material
Most often, different cladding is combined to create a specific design solution. For example, you can line the steps with wood, and make the fences from nickel-plated balusters, or use forged products or glass. The risers of a concrete staircase can simply be painted, and the horizontal surfaces of the treads can be finished with decorative stone.
Design of a country house in a modern style
Marble finishing of steps
Bright red railings look very impressive
Advice! Good options would be to use laminate or parquet planks.
In addition, you can take any floor covering. Let's look at how to use each and what positive and negative qualities they have.
What material to choose for the stairs?
Wooden stairs are the most common option, but modern designers offer other different solutions. Don’t try to mix styles: the staircase should fit into the overall style of the house. Stone stairs are suitable for traditional spaces; modern houses are most often decorated with glass and metal stairs. An original solution when steps for stairs are made of one material, for example, wood, and railings for stairs are made of another (glass, metal). Please note that metal structures may be unsafe for children, and stairs made of wood and other soft materials can be damaged by pets. And don’t forget to use photos of finished design projects from leading architects for inspiration when creating a staircase design. If you are just looking for ideas for renovation and arrangement or already know for sure that a staircase is your option, we have collected for you 315,349 photos from real projects of interior designers, decorators and architects from Russia and around the world, including such proven professionals as Architectural Studio RE and GS Interiors. The beautiful staircases in our photographs are the best examples of competent design and layout in different styles and colors. If you like any design option, for example the staircase from the second photo, you can contact the author and order the ideal design project for yourself. See our photo gallery, look for inspiration and professionals, and you will see why Houzz is the best resource for apartment and home interior design, renovation, home construction, architecture and landscape design.
Using linoleum and laminate
Such materials are used only for facing treads. Linoleum is attached to a wooden staircase using metal strips and corners. It is glued to a concrete base using a special adhesive composition.
When using laminate, you will need strips and corners for fastening. The treads are sheathed with a solid plank, and the material for the riser is cut using a jigsaw. When designing, it is important to consider the type and size of the fence and its component parts.
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Choosing a ladder
Depending on the type of lift, the location of the product is chosen. This must be done at the planning stage. Otherwise, order the option you like, which matches the characteristics of the home. The staircase to the second floor is mounted in such a way as to economically use the usable space. They are looking for an option with dimensions corresponding to the size of the room.
It is necessary to plan in advance not only the design of the staircase, but also its finishing and decoration of the surrounding space
Modern style loves experiments and the most unexpected forms of staircase designs
A wooden staircase sets the rhythm; well-chosen colors will allow you to create an original design. Durable materials are used to ensure safety. When ordering a unique design for a modern staircase in your home, you must not forget about its practicality and safety. Take into account the structural and stylistic features of the room. The types of interfloor structures are varied, which allows you to create an original solution in a spacious hall or a room with a small area.
Tiles and porcelain tiles
The porcelain stoneware finishing option is suitable for any type of structure. Today, there are a variety of design options on the market. You can buy a ready-made kit for decorating the stairs. With its help, it is easy to carry out the work, but the dimensions of the structure must correspond to the dimensional data of the products that are included in the kit.
Advice! If the size does not match, it is necessary to make a concrete screed.
The surface of the tiles for steps is equipped with an anti-slip coating or a special relief. Sometimes ceramic tiles need to be trimmed, and not everyone can do it nicely. For screw construction, it is not recommended for use at all, due to the many unsightly seams.
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When covering straight flights, start from the bottom step. Even professional craftsmen are not always able to do the job beautifully, which is why ceramic tiles are less often used for cladding stairs.
Types of stairs
The first thing you need to decide before installing a staircase is its design features. Based on this parameter, three large types can be distinguished: marching, screw and bolt-on.
Marching stairs
This is the most common type of staircase. It is convenient to ascend and descend using the main structure, which is not always the case, for example, with a screw structure. At the same time, the mid-flight lift requires a large amount of space for installation.
To make such a staircase as convenient to use as possible, take into account several nuances: the ascent angle is about 45 degrees, the number of steps without a flight is from 3 to 15, the depth of the steps should be comparable to the length of a human foot (at least 25 cm), and the height is 16 -18 cm.
Spiral staircases
As already mentioned, the screw variation is not entirely comfortable to use, but it is very compact and beautiful. As a rule, the structure is placed in a circle with a center at the support post and a radius equal to the length of the step.
If the length is 1 m, then the area occupied by this staircase will be one and a half times less than the flight staircase. But already with a length of 1.5 m, the use of a screw structure is not entirely justified, since the required space is equivalent to a straight staircase.
Stairs on rails
Stairs on rails appeared relatively recently - in the second half of the twentieth century. They look modern and light, but don’t be fooled by their fragile appearance – this design is reliable and durable.
The fence and steps are fixed with bolts on the wall, or supported on a steel rod support. It is noted that each stage can withstand a weight of more than 1500 kg.
Another pleasant bonus is that wooden stairs with this design do not creak. This effect is achieved due to the lack of contact of wooden elements with each other.
Use of natural stone
The work is carried out in the same way as tiling. Manufacturers supply marble, granite, sandstone and basalt in the same format as ceramic tiles. The disadvantages of natural stone are its price and increased noise level when stepping, and if you choose porous stone, it will be difficult to care for. This material has a long service life, but you will have to hire a professional to install it.
Marble in the interior will cost a considerable amount, but it looks luxurious
Painting
If it is not important for you that the staircase has a presentable appearance (for example, if it leads to the basement or attic), then you can simply paint the structure with paint with water-repellent properties. It can protect the metal from corrosive processes, but will not eliminate the noise of footsteps.
An unpainted concrete staircase will highlight the loft style
On a note! If you clad a concrete structure using dark wooden steps and lightly painted risers, the appearance of the staircase will become more airy.
Patina in the design of a spiral staircase
Hanging metal steps look stylish and original
For wooden stairs, you can use varnish or translucent enamel, an antiseptic with a coloring pigment.
Exterior attic design
From the outside, the second floor of a private house can have absolutely any design. It should match the overall appearance of the house.
Typically, the external design of the attic is discussed in advance with developers, and they draw up a project that takes into account all the wishes of the customer.
The only common feature that all attic floors in private houses have is sloping roofs.
We invite you to familiarize yourself with examples of finished exterior design works for private houses with an attic.
Wooden finishing material
Wood is a material that has decorative properties and excellent thermal insulation, is easy to process and can be combined with any finishing options that exist today. In addition, it will fit into any interior style.
Natural wood on a white background
This cladding option will not add much weight to the structure and will give it an aesthetic and expensive look. The use of wood in decoration is possible for stairs of any design. The original solution is balusters with figured carvings. Wood can make the steps warm, and you can easily run on them barefoot. This is the most current and popular option for decorating stairs in country houses.
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Advice! If the frame is made of metal, then you can decorate only the treads with wood or completely cover all the elements of the staircase - it all depends on the wishes of the home owners. Sheathing occurs on top of plywood with increased moisture-resistant properties.
Stair execution styles
You need to choose the right color scheme and take into account all the details in the project. It is not difficult to install any staircase in a private home, but it must correspond to the general direction.
Expressive modifications are used for the Art Nouveau style. Transparent products are made in the following directions: techno, hi-tech, minimalism. The compositions are complemented with metal railings and stone elements. Scandinavian-style stairs are distinguished by their bulkiness, simplicity of design, straight and clear lines. They affect the visual perception of space.
Modern staircase in Art Nouveau style
A decorative staircase in the interior of a house will be an excellent solution for a room decorated in a country style. These functional wooden models allow you to place a cabinet or convenient niches underneath them; they store various things. This direction involves a large amount of textiles.
A practical corner staircase that fits perfectly into the interior of a wooden house
The classic version will give the room solidity. It is made from stone and different types of trees. Rich decor is used as finishing. The main advantage of the structure is its comfortable operation and impressive appearance. It should be combined with furniture and accessories.
In a classic interior, the staircase works for respectability - strict railings, solid steps, solid wood
The solid design in the English style will harmoniously fit into the interior. It will create an atmosphere of luxury and comfort. They choose expensive wood, carved balusters, and elegant finishes. There are other interesting trends: industrial, loft, chalet, Provence. To develop a project, it is better to contact specialists.
Tips for facing marches
The covering of steps and flights of stairs must be wear-resistant
- When using marble, consider the thickness of the steps.
- Cement mortar is used to eliminate defects.
- To obtain additional insulation, you can use polyethylene foam.
Glass railings will visually expand the space
- For wooden materials, you can use stain.
- Wood cladding should be done after all construction and painting work is completed, since wood does not like moisture.
Caring for wood flooring
