Design of stairs in a private interior
At the stage of designing a two-level apartment or a country house, the design of the stairs is selected, technical calculations are being prepared. But the staircase is installed after the completion of the decoration of the premises, to the prepared place. Until then, in circulation is a temporary structure connecting the floors.
Classification of stairs
- On the pains.
The steps seem to hang in the air, being attached with bolts (metal bolts and pins) to the wall. In fact, there is no frame, but each step is able to withstand weight up to 600 kg. It looks very light and weightless, it will decorate modern interiors designed in the styles of minimalism, loft, constructivism.
- On stringers.
Its elements: steps, handrails, stringers (one or two beams on which steps are laid on top). This design of stairs to the second floor looks solid, reliable, so it is better to install them in spacious rooms.
- On strings.
The bowstring performs the same task as the kosour. But the steps are not placed on top of the beam, but crash into the inner face.
- Screw.
Designed for small rooms where you need to save space. The steps are arranged in a spiral around the central support - a metal or wooden rack.
What is a march?
The layout of the stairs is affected by the height of the ceilings, the area of \u200b\u200bthe room. In this regard, the design of the stairs distinguishes: single-flight, two-flight, multi-flight.
A march is one flight of stairs. In a two-story house, one or two marches are installed. The optimal angle of elevation is 45 degrees.
closed or open
Depending on the presence of risers (vertical lintels that connect two adjacent steps), stairs are divided into closed and open types. Closed look more impressive, this staircase design is perfect for classic interiors and spacious rooms. For a modern setting, a usually open design without risers is chosen, it allows light to pass through and makes a lighter impression.
What materials are stairs made of?
The characteristics of the material, its wear resistance, decorative effect play a key role in the design. Usually the design of stairs to the second floor uses:
- wood,
- metal,
- concrete,
- glass,
- combined materials.
Wood
The budget option of softwoods (pine, spruce, cedar, fir) is affordable, but their inherent fibrous structure affects the reduction in the life of the stairs.
Birch and maple are semi-hard woods, the average price and decent strength indicators make them the best option to complete the design of stairs. In addition, the structure does not need to be further strengthened. The maximum service life is distinguished by elite hardwoods of oak, ash, walnut, beech: up to fifty years without restoration measures.
Wooden elements are treated with special impregnations from decay. Install the stairs after the house has completely shrunk, because. wood is a flexible material and during the "movement" of the building it can respond with deformation. In order for the wooden structure to last longer, the room temperature must be maintained at 20-25 degrees and the humidity level should not exceed 70% (if it falls below 60%, household air humidifiers are turned on).
Due to the decorative possibilities, the design of wooden stairs suits interiors in the spirit of Victorian classics, country, Provence, Russian hut. It can be expensive carved lacquered wood or inexpensive smooth wood.
Metal
The indisputable advantages of the material are functional, durable, fireproof, maintenance-free. To make load-bearing parts, metals with maximum strength are used - stainless steel, brass, less often bronze, they are less prone to destruction. As a decor, the interior of the stairs in the house uses forged and chrome-plated elements with painting or external coating.
In the living room, the design of metal stairs is used very rarely due to a significant drawback: a high noise level. To avoid discomfort in a residential interior, metal parts are combined with wood.
Glass
Production technologies have made this material impact-resistant due to multi-layer bonding (triplex), external polymer coatings, and additional reinforcing layers. The increased strength factor allows it to be used for open interior stairs. No less high production costs turn glass into an expensive, elite material.
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stone and concrete
Natural stone is massive, so the design of stairs will require a large area when planning. It is used to make load-bearing structures, as well as steps. To reduce the final cost, natural stone is replaced with artificial stone in non-load-bearing elements. Decor and railings are made of metal or wood, they are lighter materials.
An alternative to natural stone is concrete slabs. Thanks to steel reinforcement, they are not inferior to it in strength. In terms of wear resistance, they will require periodic restoration work, and cladding is required during registration.
Combination principles
By combining materials, the design of the stairs neutralizes the shortcomings and favorably emphasizes the advantages:
- durable and inexpensive concrete slabs are perfect as load-bearing structures;
- hardwoods are an excellent material for steps;
- metal - for railings;
- from soft woods, glass, artificial stone, an attractive decorative finish is obtained.
Work on the project in the company "TopDom"
This is a step-by-step process in which, together with the customer, the purpose, configuration, materials and appearance of the staircase are discussed. Engineers take measurements, calculate the optimal length and width of steps, slope, height of fences, solve safety issues for family members. Decorators fit the design of the stairs into the living space.
A technically complex set of tasks for us is a reason to show competence and creativity!
The harmonious coexistence of a staircase in the style of a cottage sometimes becomes a difficult task for owners of private houses, unless, of course, they are professional architects. According to the designers, railings and steps for moving between floors contain both a style and an important constructive load, helping to recreate comfort and individuality in the interior of the whole house.
Before starting the design of the staircase design, it is necessary to understand the options for its device. As a rule, the staircase structure is the central element in the interior of the house and takes up a lot of space, so the choice of its material, shape and type should be dealt with at an early stage of design.
Types and design of interior stairs at home
In order for the staircase to fit perfectly into the interior of the room, first of all, you should know about the main types of construction and layout of the staircase elements:
- Spiral staircase.
This is a spiral structure, where winders are mounted on a vertical support (pillar). Compact, but not very comfortable spiral staircases do not require careful calculation and look very effective.
The most common are screw structures with a central rack, to which the steps are attached. A spiral staircase can be mounted on a limited area of \u200b\u200bliving space.
If an intermediate platform is added to the project of a two-flight helical structure, then the style design of the stairs to the second floor will look more decorative.
For a round staircase that is not attached to the walls, it is not necessary to have a supporting central post. This type of construction can rely on social bracing and walls.
- Three-flight staircase.
If the distance between floors is large enough, it makes sense to install a ladder structure with two intermediate platforms and three marches. Occupying a lot of free space, this type of staircase is the best way to emphasize the grandeur of the building, perfectly coping with the arrangement of large spaces.
Equipped between the platforms, an S-shaped staircase allows you to most effectively organize the area of \u200b\u200bthe house or cottage.A decorative staircase in the interior of a room may have a U-shape with a short average march.
In the main hall or in the large hall, a T-shaped swing staircase is most often installed.
- Double staircase.
Installation of stairs with two marches is preferably carried out when the area of a country house is limited. Two-march structures differ from single-march structures by the presence of platforms between marches.
To organize the most comfortable movement and save space on the second floor, you can use the L-shaped staircase with a rotation of 90 degrees.In the case when the height between the ceilings is large, then the installation of a two-flight straight staircase with a small intermediate platform near one of the walls of the house is considered the most appropriate.
Difficulties of convenient lifting in limited space conditions are perfectly eliminated thanks to a two-flight design with a 180-degree winder turn or with the help of intermediate platforms. In the corner of the building, such a staircase is recommended to install additional supports.
A smooth transition from a two-flight staircase to a single-flight staircase looks very impressive. Most often, the U-shaped structure is mounted in the center of the hall (living room, hallway).
- One-way staircase.
A classic option for a summer residence or a small private house. A straight single-flight staircase is installed for a more comfortable ascent to the second floor. If you place the ladder structure along the guide wall with three lower and three upper steps turned at an angle of 90 degrees to one side, then it will not hide the area of \u200b\u200bthe house.
A complex spiral single-flight staircase includes winders and ordinary steps to ensure comfortable climbing on straight sections and turns.Staircase with a zigzag (arc) turn, mounted against the inner wall, looks decorative and very unusual.
Deciding on the type of construction is only half the battle. The main thing is that people who will climb the stairs feel safe and comfortable. That is why the design must be correctly calculated, and all elements of the stairs should be purchased from high-quality, reliable and durable material.
Design of internal stairs of houses - design features
The ladder can be built like this:
- On consoles. Fans of a minimalistic or electronic interior will surely like the design without balustrades and railings, as if floating in the air.
- On strings. Bowstrings in this case act as the main bearing element, on which steps and fences are fixed.
- On stringers. Stringers are load-bearing beams on which handrails, steps and risers are held. The design of the stairs on the stringers is mounted with one end in the upper floor, and the other end rests on the lower floor. Ideal for classic interiors.
- On the pains. One of the main conditions for a successful installation is a strong load-bearing wall, to which the steps are attached, interconnected by special fasteners (bolts). The absence of noticeable load-bearing elements makes these stairs light and airy, but at the same time they do not compromise on reliability and strength to other types.
Design of internal stairs of houses in the interior of wood
Speaking of the absolute favorite among the materials for the production of stairs, here we mean wood. It is wooden stairs in the style of a private house that deserve special attention. Why?
First, the advantages of wooden stairs:- The wide color palette and the unique texture of wood allow designers to implement many design solutions, such as load-bearing stair structures and decorative trim elements for balusters, railings and steps.
- Expensive wood species (Karelian birch, maple, ash, oak, hornbeam, beech) demonstrate high strength, as well as resistance to physical impact and decay.
- The homogeneous and dense wood structure is relatively easy to install and easy to process.
Secondly, the tree is able to give the house a warm atmosphere and positive energy.
Thirdly, in wooden houses there is no place for cold calculation and excessive pretentiousness. Traditionally, a staircase in a wooden house should be in harmony with the interior design project. In addition, modern manufacturers offer a wide range of color and creative solutions, so everyone can find something to their liking.
Design of interior stairs of houses: glass stairs in the interior
Glass steps are visually cold, but they look harmonious in a high-tech interior. At one glance at the fragile glass structure, only one thing comes to mind - will the staircase withstand the weight of an adult? Undoubtedly, yes. For the manufacture of glass steps, special tempered plexiglass is used, due to which the reliability and strength of the structure is on the same position as wooden and metal stairs.
As a rule, only one glass is not used for stairs, it is combined with wood and metal. For example, a glass railing and wooden steps or a glass staircase on a metal frame.
For safety, glass steps are covered with a special anti-slip substance, corrugation or overlays.
Glass railings and stairs have unique abilities to visually increase the space of the room. For the arrangement of such stair railings, UV printing is used, which increases the strength of steps or railings.The glass staircase goes well with the stained glass windows. Compact designs are great for decorating small spaces.
The spiral staircase made of glass looks especially attractive. Made with the ergonomics of space in mind, it contributes to the penetration of sunlight into the room and the "visual lightness" of the entire space in the house.
Design of interior stairs of houses
The following factors directly influence the style of the flight of stairs in the house:
- Direct location of the owners of the house.
- The functional purpose of the stairs (attic, basement, mansard, front (top), interfloor).
- Room layout.
- Ceiling height.
- The size of the house.
Designers and architects of the interiors of wooden houses have concluded that the staircase in the room carries a defining constructive and stylistic load. That is why, the owners of country houses should clearly and carefully consider the dimensions of the stairs, deciding on the material for making the march and taking into account the operating conditions.
When choosing a material for the manufacture of a ladder structure, it would be advisable to pay attention to its strength characteristics and quality. Marble and wrought iron stairs in the interior are quite a significant option. They are monumental, durable, and wear-resistant. While stairs made of wood are no less aesthetic and functional.
At the same time, the total cost of any of the presented options can be both low and high. It all depends on some parameters: installation, design features, amount of work, material cost.
Types of stairs in the interior of wood
- Combined (wooden steps with glass railing, on a concrete base, on a metal frame).
- Open, closed.
- On two or on one kosour.
- With steps "Goose step".
- Screw.
- With a turn of 360, 180 and 90 degrees, with winder steps, with a platform.
- Direct marching (multi-march, one-, two-).
Staircase design in various styles:
- Loft.
Metal handrails and wooden steps - this combination of materials is very popular in the loft style. It is very important to remember that this stylistic direction does not accept clutter with unnecessary spaces, small spaces. Therefore, the flight of stairs is arranged ergonomically and as comfortably as possible.
- Mediterranean.
This style inspires peace, lightness and airiness. Therefore, romance and good nature come from the staircase design. The wooden elements of the stairs are richly decorated with bright tiles, textured plaster or frescoes. Craft items are also welcome. The main colors in this style are the following: turquoise, olive, beige or brown.
- Country.
In a rustic style, it is impossible to do without a wooden staircase. Wood in natural colors such as birch, pine or alder is preferred over oak. Moreover, quite often in the country they cover a stepped span with colorful textiles. And along the stairway you can hang handmade crafts or paintings.
- Provence.
French-style wooden stairs are graceful, light and natural. The main distinguishing feature of the flights of stairs of this style are pastel shades with uneven coloring, which give the structure a worn look combined with a unique aging effect. Comfortable railings and wide steps can be varnished or painted in light colors.
- Ethno.
An integral attribute of an ethnic-style wooden cottage is a wooden staircase (preferably oak or ash). In this case, the design of the staircase directly depends on the chosen style of the house. So, the interior with Indian design is a combination of turquoise, orange and crimson shades, African motifs suggest a stair structure in the form of a curved branch. And if preference is given to the tropics, then dark woods should be chosen as materials.
- Classical.
The universal style of the stairs, which has been popular for more than one century. As a rule, the classical models are based on marching structures with fastening systems (on stringers or bowstrings). The staircase in the interior of this style has mature and elegant forms, with a brief content of decorative elements: pattern, curls, carvings. Most often, wooden stairs are painted in dark and subdued light colors and are surrounded by luxury items designed in a “classic” style solution.
- Deco.
The flight of stairs with thin, graceful steps and strict lines fits best into the interior. Also, richly decorated transparent white glass lamps look great in a bright house. In the Art Deco style there is a play of contrasts, ethnic geometric patterns, additional decorative elements, such as ivory, bronze, crystals or snakeskin. A distinctive feature of the stairs in this style is the free space between the steps.
- Neoclassical style.
Neoclassicism in the interior of a wooden house - the dominance of splendor and luxury. And the staircase in such possessions should be solemn and wide. For stair structures in the neoclassical interior, elegant carved wooden elements, expressive forging and stone can be used. The key structural elements are balusters in the form of a cone-shaped pilaster, stepped podiums and short roller shutters.
- Victorian style.
Stairs made of wood in this style are impossible without the typical carved balusters and vertical supports, complemented by graceful dotted balls or ball-shaped decorations. All kinds of carving, edging and stucco molding will be very useful. Sometimes railings can form groups of vertical or horizontal elements in the form of lattices.
- Modern.
If you are not indifferent to expressive and bright forms, in this case you will surely like a wooden staircase in modern style. Its graceful, curved "vegetal" lines, different wood elements and futuristic forms are in harmony with the interior in this style.
Space design under the stairs
The interior of the area under the stairs directly depends on the features of the house, and yet any free space can be successfully used in interior design.
For example, the most appropriate way to use the free space under the stairs is to equip a place to store various items and interior elements. Also, under it, you can place various shelves and built-in wardrobes, as well as build all kinds of boxes for accessories, books, souvenirs and other unnecessary things.A high-quality wooden staircase design is only half the success in organizing a balanced interior.
- The staircase in the living room should be beautifully arranged, even if this requires sacrificing free space in the room.
- Wanting to make a stunning effect on others with the help of an unusually creative staircase (for example, a spiral staircase), think about the fact that you still have to live with it for many years.
- The design, located in the hall or hallway, will provide the house with autonomy, will allow you to descend from the second floor without any problems.
- To make the staircase beautiful and safe, it is necessary to choose a material of exceptional strength: laminated glass, stainless steel, natural wood, etc.
- A comfortable staircase a priori should be sufficiently lit and have free space above your head (at least two meters).
- The most durable combination is considered a combination of wood and metal. And the most effective are the combined stairs with wooden steps and artistic forging elements.
- Experts call the optimal combination of depth and height of the step 30 centimeters deep by 15 centimeters high.
- The staircase design should not be a test for children and the elderly (lack of handrails, steep spiral staircases, steps with clearance, slippery materials). Even the most efficient and stylish stairs should be safe and comfortable.
- The upper and lower steps of the stairs should be turned towards the main entrance.
- When installing a staircase in the center, against a wall or in a corner, it is important to position it in such a way that it occupies a minimum of living space.
- The staircase is a connecting element between interior items. In order for these links to create a single composition, everything must be kept in the same style (textiles, furniture, arches, floor, ceiling, doors, stairs).
Wall decor along the stairs is an essential element in houses with two or more floors. Often the staircase becomes the center of the room, so it is important to decorate it beautifully.
You can use a huge number of options that are most popular and suitable for almost every style. What design of a wall with a ladder can be done, it is proposed to learn from the article.
Features and types of structures
Usually in your house a flight of stairs is the space between the first and second floors. When developing the project, the instructions contained in the SNiP are taken into account, which ensure the convenience of the design, and most importantly, its safety.
One of the main questions when constructing a staircase is how many steps should there be in a flight of stairs?
This value depends on:
- Flight heights.
- The angle of the stairs.
The optimal width of the stairs is 80 centimeters. An important aspect is the design of the span, which must fully fit into the interior, performing all the functions assigned to it.
Depending on the type of construction, the following span options can be distinguished:
- Direct march. It consists of ordinary steps, under which there is free space, which is additionally used in the future.
- March with winder steps providing a smooth turn of the stairs, as in the photo.
- Double march with additional platform. It consists of two marches, which are separated by a platform. In this case, the ladder can be rotated at a certain angle, usually 180° or 90°.
- Screw. In this case, the steps are fixed to one axis in a spiral, ensuring a smooth turn of the stairs.
Separately stand out:
- Console stairs.
- Bolt models.
Their difference from the rest is in the special fastening of the steps, and the decor of the walls is done quite modestly with their own hands.
Handrail decor features
The design of the walls of stairwells and the stairs themselves cannot be imagined without stair railings and handrails.
In their composition:
- Balusters.
- Supports.
- Railing.
Tip: For the installation of such elements, without violating the comfort of movement, the width of the steps should not be less than 80 centimeters.
The fence is selected in accordance with the stylistic decision.
It can be:
- Simple supports. Usually these are square or round wooden bars, which is relevant for country style. They can be made of PVC gratings, metal rods.
- Figured balusters. In this case, wooden elements are machined on a milling machine according to templates. More complex - carved elements.
- Stainless steel railing. Their difference is a simple design in the form of pipes. Used in modern interiors.
- Forged metal. Such fences look impressive and stylish. Consist of curly curls and more complex elements. Most often they are combined with wooden railings. They are best used on spiral staircases.
- Glass. Combined with stainless handrails and supports, it plays the role of a partition.
- Plastic. Serves as a stainless steel handrail. Can imitate other materials.
- Stone and concrete. Used for massive structures. This creates a feeling of luxury and grandeur, but with a small area they look bulky and out of place.
How to decorate the walls along the steps
Decorative staircase walls in a modern interior are one of the main conditions for interior design. The most popular option is hanging paintings and photographs, which adds a variety of colors to the span and noticeably enlivens it. This design of the wall along the stairs allows you to choose the right option for each interior.
This can be used:
- Beautiful paintings (see How to hang pictures on the wall: options).
- All kinds of still lifes.
- Portraits of loved ones.
- Copies of famous reproductions.
- modern interpretations.
If you have artistic talent, you can thus decorate the walls of the stairs yourself, draw an original picture for your home.
Tip: Who doubts the design of the flight of stairs, it is best to place bright and beautiful family photos or your masterpieces on the wall along the stairs.
How to decorate the steps and the space under them
With a large width of steps and a flight of stairs, it can be supplemented with various decor items.
Install:
- Vases with indoor flowers.
- Beautiful sculptures.
Tip: If the width of the flight of stairs is more than one meter, shelves or borders with similar decor look good along the wall.
The free space under the steps can be used for your own purposes:
- Build a bookcase.
- Place a closet for things.
- Place a mattress to rest.
- With a large width of steps, this zone can be used as an additional room, for example:
- for children, for games or sports;
- bathroom;
- laundry.
The decorative design of the walls of the stairs and the staircase space should be chosen in accordance with the overall design of the entire dwelling. Often, flights of stairs have windows where sunlight and warmth are present.
Here you can place a mini-reading room, where it will be nice to retire with your favorite book or magazine:
- Put a small comfortable sofa or folding chair-bed.
- Arrange several shelves for books on the wall, better than the built-in modification.
Tip: Do not make the rack or shelves too wide, it is better if they match the dimensions of the books.
How to create a concise design
If the width of the stairs does not allow the use of auxiliary decorative elements, a concise design should be preferred.
At the same time, in the design of a flight of stairs, it is supposed to use standard techniques:
- Stair treads (see cladding metal stairs or decorating a home) should look neat and harmonize in color and material with the surrounding interior. Most often for their decoration are used:
- natural wood;
- tile;
- laminate;
- carpet.
- Almost any staircase can be supplemented with carpet, which will give the steps softness, warmth and make the sound of steps not so loud.
- The wall decor along the stairs is complemented by panels along the perimeter of the joints, and additionally decorated with various items.
How to arrange luxurious flights of stairs
When making a flight of stairs from solid solid wood, you can decorate the space between the stairs using the style of the most magnificent palaces of the times, but the price of such an interior will be quite high.
It can be:
- Bas-reliefs from beautiful stones.
- From expensive marble chic floor.
- Beautifully decorated walls.
- Phosphoric light flickering pillars.
How to decorate a flight of stairs with frescoes and photo wallpapers
When decorating a flight of stairs in a private house, climbing up the steps, you can get into a mysterious place where there are many different flowers and greenery.
Heard here:
- Birdsong.
- Sounds of a babbling brook.
- A breath of fresh breeze.
The stairs themselves turn into ancient stone buildings, climbing which a person seems to find himself in an old park.
Tip: Wallpapers are selected with any kind, but in accordance with the interior of the home.
Thus, the usual design of the stairs turns into a different reality.
Wallpaper can be selected with a photo of the window, which shows views of:
- Sea.
- Mountain range.
- Ordinary natural landscape.
This will be the best solution if the space of the flight of stairs does not differ in width and is darkened. It is worth directing the illumination of the stairs to this image. Wall decor on the stairs along the steps will give a complete look to the entire interior, you can see how to do it better in the video in this article.
What stairs to build to the second floor? This question is asked by almost every owner of a private house. The main selection criteria are safety and ease of use of the design. It is also important that the moment how organically it fits into the interior. Therefore, the design of the stairs in a wooden house does not go by the wayside when drafting a project.
Stair design options
There are several types of wooden stair structures:
Marching structures are the most commonly used staircase structures. There are several subspecies of stairs:
- on stringers;
- on bowstrings;
- on the pains.
Stairs on stringers
Stringers are called load-bearing beams at an angle, on which steps, fences are attached. Fastening methods are different and depend on the number of beams. Based on the properties of the design and shape, they are straight, broken, involute.
Structures on stringers have the following advantages over other types of stairs:
- high level of security;
- universal appearance, thanks to which they will look good both in an ordinary log house and in an elite cottage.
- the presence of a large selection of sizes, decor;
- the choice of using risers.
Stringer structures are also attractive because, on the basis of the traditional model, you can create beautiful wooden stairs according to an individual order. For example, structures can be lightened with glass railings or transparent plastic handrails.
Transparent railings create a feeling of lightness and airiness Stairs on bowstrings
The basis of the design is lateral load-bearing beams with grooves into which steps are inserted. For the manufacture of this type of stairs, wood is often taken, although plastic models have recently begun to appear on the market.
Stairs on bowstrings are installed, as a rule, in small country houses. Among the positive aspects of such structures are the following:
- the possibility of replacing individual structural elements;
- simple installation;
- safety, high strength;
- a wide choice of staircase shapes: spiral, L-shaped, rounded or straight;
- the possibility of implementing a variety of design solutions: the arrangement of balusters in a free form, the presence or absence of risers.
The disadvantages of the construction on bowstrings are high-precision calculations and experience in the performance of work. Errors in the design or unreliable fastenings will adversely affect the safety of the object. The discrepancies of the supporting beams, the loss of steps from the grooves is fraught with serious injury.
Bolts are strong metal supports fixed with bolts. The design is uncomplicated, reliable, durable. Since the load-bearing beam is attached to the ceiling, wall or floor with metal rods, structures can withstand very high loads.
Stairs on the rails are good because they can be dismantled, repaired or reconstructed at any time. For such structures, open and closed steps are suitable. They can be of any shape, size.
Beautiful stairs on the rails in a wooden house give the interior airiness and lightness due to the lack of a pronounced load-bearing element. And the free area under them can be used rationally. For example, make a small library there by installing 2-3 shelves of books.
Spiral stairs
Buildings of this type are perfect for lovers of the original interior, as well as owners of premises with a limited number of usable square meters.
A spiral structure is formed by: a support column, steps, fences, railings. The shape of the stairs are very diverse: from round to 8-coal.
The frame of the screw structure is made in most cases from metal. However, there are often models made only of wood. Strength, durability - the main advantages of spiral staircases. However, such structures are not recommended for installation in homes where there are children and elderly people with disorders of the musculoskeletal system.
Materials for the manufacture of stairs
In the production of stair structures use:
- wood;
- concrete;
- glass;
- metal;
- stone;
- plywood;
- combination of materials.
Metal structures are in great demand. They are considered environmentally friendly, reliable, durable, affordable. Often practice a combination of these materials with glass, stone, plastic. This allows you to bring designs closer to the style of the interior.
Combination of metal frame and steps made of wood The wooden staircase in a modern style is made from such tree species as pine, oak, beech, fir, larch, birch. Such designs can be complemented by metal railings decorated with forging.
Wrought iron railings fundamentally change the overall perception A stone structure also looks no less impressive and is characterized by a long service life. However, its installation requires a high-strength base, as stone is a heavy material.
The stone is quite heavy, so a solid concrete base is required for a structure made of this material. Steps or risers are often made of natural stone, and all other elements are made of artificial, which greatly facilitates the design. An unnatural stone is inferior to a natural stone in its characteristics, but in appearance it is not much different from it.
Stone staircases with forging look especially beautiful and rich. An interesting look is created by steps made of raw stone in combination with a railing made of twisted branches.
Untreated stone steps give the interior the atmosphere of an ancient castle Concrete is considered the most budgetary finishing material for stairs. Despite its strength and safety, it is not distinguished by its durability.
For high-tech, pop art, loft styles, stair structures with glass steps are suitable. They are made of high-strength tempered glass, so you can safely walk on them.
Designs with glass steps fit perfectly into the high-tech style Popular stair styles
Currently, there are many options for styles of staircase designs. Their number is constantly changing, as design elements are improved, supplemented, while forming a completely new style.
However, it is customary to single out several of the most famous approaches:
Color solutions
Stair structures should be made in a color that is in harmony with the interior. Today there is a wide range of shades to choose from. The most requested are:
Stair structures can also be two-color. For example, a building that combines white and black colors looks beautiful and rich.
Railing Options
Railings are components of stair structures that perform the following functions:
- serve for convenient, safe ascent and descent;
- act as decoration.
The design of the railing includes handrails, balusters. A handrail is a plank that runs along the flight of stairs. A baluster is an element that performs the function of supporting a handrail.
There is a wide selection of railings on the construction market. They come in different models:
The choice of one or another version of the railing depends on the style of the interior and the taste preferences of the owner of the house.
Stair lighting
Staircase lighting is used for safe movement along it and for decoration. By choosing one or another type of lighting, you can create the right atmosphere in the house.
Illumination of the steps on the ladder contributes to the safe movement along it in the dark.
Practical and aesthetic use of the space under the stairs
The free space formed under the stairs can be used to good use:
Rationally use not only the place under the stairs, but also between the steps. Under them create special boxes for storing things: shoes, magazines, newspapers. It is not worth overloading the stairs with things too much, as this can lead to the destruction of the structure.
The space between the flights of stairs is filled with soft seats and this area is used for reading your favorite book or evening gatherings with loved ones.
Stairs with original design - photo
Sometimes designers are so carried away by their ideas that they create real works of art from decorative wooden stairs, from which it is impossible to take your eyes off.
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The staircase is of great functional importance - it connects several floors
The trend towards the construction of two-story cottages is due to two factors: the desire to increase living space and preserve the free space of the land. And then wooden stairs in a private house become an important element of the project. They act as a functional link between the floors and require a competent approach to their arrangement.
- Technical requirements
- Design nuances
- Classification
- Material and style
- opening width - at least 1 meter;
- the height of the steps is not less than 12 cm;
- step width - at least 25 cm;
- Ladder height: 2475 mm
- Minimum opening of the 2nd floor: 1800 x 830 mm
- Plan dimensions: 1850 x 1030 mm
- March width: 720 mm
- Material: needles
- March angle: 45°
- Number of steps: 11 pcs
- Number of lifting steps: 12
- Step thickness: 40 mm
- Step Height: 225mm
- Height from the floor of the lower floor to the floor of the upper floor: 2700 mm
- Minimum opening of the 2nd floor: 1640 x 900 mm
- Plan dimensions: 1650 x 1390 mm
- Possible turn: right, left
- March width: 730 mm
- Material: needles
- March angle: 37°
- Number of steps: 13 pcs
- Number of lifting steps: 14
- Step width: 260 mm
- Step thickness: 40 mm
- Step Height:193mm
- Height from the floor of the lower floor to the floor of the upper floor: 2920 mm
- Minimum opening of the 2nd floor: 1900 x 850 mm
- Plan dimensions: 2380 x 830 mm
- March width: 830 mm
- Material: needles
- March angle: 53°
- Number of steps: 12 pcs
- Number of lifting steps: 13
- Step width: 170 mm
- Step thickness: 40 mm
- Step Height: 225mm
- Fencing can be installed on any side
- Height from the floor of the lower floor to the floor of the upper floor: 3200 mm
- Minimum opening of the 2nd floor: 1800 x 970 mm
- Plan dimensions: 2790 x 1000 mm
- March width: 810 mm
- Material: needles
- March angle: 50°
- Number of steps: 15 pcs
- Number of lifting steps: 16
- Step width: 210 mm
- Step thickness: 40 mm
- Step Height: 200mm
- Ladder height: 2925 mm
- Minimum opening of the 2nd floor: 2920 x 1560 mm
- Plan dimensions: 2050 x 2920 mm
- Possible turn: right, left
- Material: pine
- March inclination angle 42°
- Number of steps: 15 pcs
- Step thickness: 40 mm
- Step Height: 195mm
- Height from the floor of the lower floor to the floor of the upper floor: 3120 mm
- Ladder height: 2925 mm
- Minimum opening of the 2nd floor: 1820 x 1820 mm
- Plan dimensions: 2050 x 1800 mm
- Possible turn: right, left
- Material: pine
- March width: 950 mm
- March inclination angle 42°
- Number of steps: 15 pcs
- Step thickness: 40 mm
- Step Height: 195mm
- Step height standard: 190-225 mm
- Step width: 300 mm
- March width: 900 mm
- Step material: pine/beech
- Fencing material: beech, metal
- Material: pine
- Step thickness: 40 mm
- Step height standard: 180-230 mm
- Step width: 300 mm
- March width: 900-1000 mm
- Step material: pine/beech/oak
- Version: without mounting/with mounting
- Fencing material: standard balusters d 25mm, beech handrail d 50mm, forged balusters (optional)
- Material: pine
- Step thickness: 40 mm
- Step width: 300 mm
- Step material: beech/oak
- Version: without mounting/with mounting
- Color: optional
- Material: pine
- Step thickness: 40 mm
- Step height standard: 180 mm (possible step height from 140 to 230 mm)
- Step width: 300 mm
- Step material: beech/oak
- Version: without mounting/with mounting
- Fencing material: standard (metal balusters, beech handrail), forged balusters (optional)
- Color: optional
- Material: pine
- Step thickness: 40 mm
- First, find a convenient location for the beginning and end of the stairs.
- Secondly, to solve the issue of organically filling the free space under the stairs.
- Thirdly, think about the lighting of flights of stairs.
- the total height of the room, including the thickness of the floor;
- opening width and plus its height between floors.
- marching stairs- This is a classic type of construction, ideally corresponding to the biomechanics of human movements. The structure is divided into marches set at an angle of 30-45 °. It can be angular or straight. The flight angle can be 90° (quarter of a turn) and 180° (half a turn). The size of the area between floors should be at least 1 sq. m.
- Screw design stairs look spectacular, but it is difficult to build. She has no division into marches. A chain of steps is strung on one central support and connected to each other by a railing. Steps are usually wedge-shaped, with the narrow end attached to the beam.
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Technical requirements for a wooden staircase to the second floor
Even the most elegant and stylish wooden staircase to the second floor must comply with the standards and technical requirements for its construction. First of all, it must be durable, comfortable and safe. In terms of functionality, the staircase must meet three conditions: constructiveness, decorativeness and utility. This means that the stepped structure fits perfectly into the interior of the house, does not clutter up the space and is comfortable to use.
High railings make stairs safer
Graceful spiral staircase
If we turn to the digital values included in the regulatory requirements, they specify the size of the individual elements of wooden stairs - the width of the opening, the height and width of the steps. Here is the minimum for each element that is not recommended to go beyond:
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The size of the area between floors should be at least 1 sq. m. The height of the railing is measured not lower than the level of the hips of a person of average height.
These are the optimally convenient dimensions that should be followed when constructing any kind of stairs.
When designing a staircase, pay maximum attention to its ergonomic dimensions.
More comfortable for climbing will be a staircase, divided into several small marches
Spectacular wooden spiral staircase design
TOP 10 wooden stairs to the second floor (photo, price)
Model
Characteristics
Stairs made of needles LS-92 
Stairs made of needles LS-01U 
Stairs made of needles LS-10U 
Stairs made of needles Prestige LP-11 
Pine ladder K-002M/3 
Pine stairs K-033M 
Staircase Prestige reversal 
Ladder Solo reversal 
Ladder "SuperElegant" straight 
Ladder "SuperElegant" rotary 
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Nuances of projects of stairs to the second floor
At the initial stage of designing a staircase with a turn, it is necessary to designate its location and determine the design. Since such a piece of furniture has a decent size, it is natural that it affects both the pattern of the room and the location of other details. You need to consider several important points.
Stairs with a turn are very practical
Beautiful light wood staircase
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When starting to calculate the stairs, the following values \u200b\u200bmust be taken into account:
Interesting modern design
In addition, security requirements are taken into account. These include reliable fences, and proper lighting, and standard ascent and descent angles.
Attractive implementation made of dark wood
Sleek wooden staircase design
Interesting design idea
Types of stairs in a private house
Choosing the type of stairs, you need to rely on the dimensions of the room. For a private house, two design options are acceptable - mid-flight and screw.
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Marching staircase with a platform between floors
The advantages of the mid-flight ladder include ease of manufacture and the highest level of safety. If we talk about the minuses, then this is a large consumption of materials and bulky design. Obviously, this type of staircase is suitable for spacious rooms.
Staircase with a contrasting color combination
Wide spiral staircase
The advantages of the screw design are aesthetics, small dimensions and affordable price. The disadvantages include the labor-intensive process of construction and increased injury risk. However, this is a good option for a room with limited space.
Spiral staircase as an art object
Important! The smaller the opening of the spiral staircase, the steeper the climb. Please note that not every member of your family will be able to master such a design.
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Classification of stairs to the second floor in a private house
In the manufacture of stairs, a certain classification is adopted, based on the presence or absence of individual elements of the structure. To understand what design you need, let's take a closer look at the details.
So, for an amateur, the staircase consists of railings and steps. A professional will tell you that a step is a tread and a riser. We put our foot on the tread, and the riser is the bar for the height of the step. Depending on whether the staircase has a riser or not, it is considered open or closed.
Closed staircase made of light materials
The next criterion by which ladders are distinguished is the way the steps are fastened. For this purpose, stringer beams, bowstrings and support poles are used. The first support the steps of the stairs from below, in the second case, the steps are fixed in the recesses of the fences and supports. In a spiral design, support pillars are used to fasten the steps.
This design uses support poles.
If you have a desire to build a staircase with your own hands and you are not embarrassed by the subtleties of its construction, then be prepared for a detailed study of design features and accurate calculations.
Advice! When erecting a wooden staircase on your own, entrust the calculations of loads and safety to professionals in order to avoid traumatic situations.
Such a staircase will easily become the main element of the interior.
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Material and style of stairs
Since we are talking about wooden stairs, it is worth paying attention to the types of wood that are best suited for them. Elite representatives are oak, walnut, beech and ash. Oak has a high density, it is strong and reliable. Budget options - pine, spruce, cedar, fir. Do you want to combine an affordable price and good performance? Choose birch or maple.
The staircase made of wood looks solid in the interior
In addition, an option using wood and metal can be an excellent solution. Combined wooden and metal stairs are a tribute to the style of the interior. A frequent solution is the combination of wooden steps and metal railings. At the same time, the railing serves not only the safety of the structure, but also carries a decorative load. In terms of decor, metal, especially in forging, has more possibilities than wood.
Wood looks great with metal
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The choice of style determines the material. Wood is always a classic. In addition, a wooden staircase will fit perfectly into country, Provence, rustic style. It will not break the harmony in the baroque and renaissance. For a convincing style decision, pay attention to the color of the tree. For Provence, it is better to use light wood, but the classic loves dark shades.
Nice antique styling
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A visual lesson on how to make a wooden staircase yourself, and a detailed calculation for each detail of the structure can be viewed here:
