Updating the flooring in your home is a large project that can be expensive and a hassle. It’s no wonder I receive many calls after the installation. The homeowner’s mind was not on how the new flooring would impact one of the largest architectural features of his/her home – the staircase. New flooring usually means the staircase design elements no longer complement the wood tones of the home. I find that most flooring companies do not discuss this issue, since

Even though I remodel a lot of staircases, I do not profess to be a designer. So, when my clients ask me my opinion about what staircase remodeling design elements would be appropriate for their home, I take an engineer’s approach. I ask them to collect images of the styles they like and share them with me, and then I take them through the following considerations to help them make design decisions: Structural Design of The Staircase Unless you are

One of the first discussions I have with homeowners looking to complete a staircase remodel is what they would like it to look like. Many times I am asked for design advice, but I am a craftsman not a designer. There are an almost endless combination of staircase designs! Below I outline the components and structural considerations you will need to consider when undertaking a staircase remodel. Treads/Risers The treads and risers are the actual steps within the staircase, the

A client of mine has been completing a home redesign over the past few years, adding modern touches throughout their space. I worked with her to create a new fireplace mantle and surround and when it came time to address the staircase she called me again. She had already replaced the flooring with an updated look and now needed to add the modern style to the staircase design. Since I had worked with her on the fireplace mantle, I was

If you have been planning a remodel or design refresh in your home, you may have noticed that many flooring installers or contractors have no interest in helping you with your staircase. I specialize in staircase remodels because I enjoy the engineering behind the project. Each staircase comes with its own characteristics and decisions and those challenges are exciting to me. Over the years I have developed a process for a staircase remodel to help ensure my clients get exactly