Transforming a staircase

Renovating or replacing a tired or lifeless staircase into a new elegant centerpiece can be high on the to-do-list of any interior designer, homeowner or developer. Removing timber newels or plastic 'glass' to replace with high quality materials, modern styles and real glass can make a huge difference to the overall aesthetics of a room and help to create the WOW factor we all dream of. 

A recent DioMet example for a customer in Chesterfield required the removal of a timber and plastic panel style balustrade fitted fairly recently by a well known staircase supplier and replaced with a higher quality DioMet balustrade system of stainless steel and toughened glass stair panels. Although when our customer purchased the property it came with what can be described as a new stair balustrade system, it was not one of fitting quality to match the building or our customer's discerning eye for style. 

          Landing area before                                       Landing area after

          Staircase area before                                       Staircase area after

Refurbishing a staircase balustrade can offer many benefits allowing a new design, different materials and an upgrade in quality without the inconvenience of replacing the structural element of the stair which as a general rule would remain in situ. So why refurb? 

1. No need to replace the structure of the stair - drastically reducing costs, timescales, disruption and mess. 
2. Design and fabrication can be done off-site and as such most balustrade replacements can be completed within 2 days.
3. A complete transformation of an existing stair for limited expense can be great value for money.
4. No aftercare or painting would be required as all balustrade components would be pre-finished
5. A staircase is often the main feature of the hallway, lounge or mezzanine and creating a wow-factor here can compliment the whole house.

Further Reading :

Getting your landing right

Glass balustrade example DIY kit

Handrail and balustrade component parts

Ramp access handrails

DioMet balustrades