Timber staircases are a popular choice when designing new stairs, whether you love the look of wooden treads or want beautifully crafted balustrades. Wooden stairs add a warm and timeless touch to a property, creating a welcoming feel the minute you see the stunning timber.
If you’re considering timber stairs for your home, here’s everything you need to know.
Why choose a timber staircase?
If you love the look of timber staircases, there are plenty of benefits to choosing this feature for your home. There’s nothing more beautiful than a natural material, coming with unique detailing, from hand carved newel posts to rounded stair nosing.
Wood also works great if you’re looking at contrasting staircase materials, such as glass, stone or metal. This can bridge the gap between traditional and contemporary staircases while adding your own twist to the design.
Even if you choose for your staircase to comprise solely of wooden elements, there are plenty of ways to create something stunning and unique for your home, bringing a classic authenticity to your property’s décor.
What type of wood is best for timber stairs?
You have lots of choices when it comes to the best type of wood for timber staircases, so the choice you make will often come down to factors such as your budget or the desired appearance.
For example, softwoods such as hemlock and pine are often selected for their reasonable prices while being easy to paint and stain. By contrast, hardwoods such as oak, ash and walnut come with a higher price tag but have a luxurious feel and require very little maintenance.
Ask your staircase designer to show you samples of the different types of wood available to get a feel of their appearance. You should also take note of the different shades and how they will fit in with your interiors. You can choose warm or light hues depending on the effect you want to create.
Can timber be used for floating staircases?
Wood’s strength means it’s suitable for staircases of all shapes and sizes, including those built for both small and large spaces.
Floating stairs are a contemporary choice for many households, opening up your living spaces and letting rooms stay light and airy. Timber is a great choice for the treads of floating stairs as the wood is thick enough to support the weight required.
Wood is ideal for straight cantilever stairs, helical staircases and other practical designs.
Plan your wooden staircase with a designer
If you’d love to design and construct the perfect timber staircase for your home, give the team at DDC London a call. We create beautiful staircases using quality materials, and we’ll guide you through the process from start to finish. This includes the use of 3D computerised models so that you can visualise the wooden stairs in your property.
We come out to London, Surrey and surrounding areas in the South East of England, including Holland Park, Knightsbridge and Leatherhead. To get started, contact us now.
