Author: Blake Royer

  • Top Stair Remodeling Trends

    Top Stair Remodeling Trends

    Staircase renovations a very popular home design idea. There are a wide range of products to make your creative options almost limitless. To many property owners, a staircase is merely functional, but it can be the architectural centerpiece. Whether you’re renovating a whole house or just specific areas, a staircase remodel should be on your list. What…

  • How to Assess a Staircase Before You Start Restoration

    How to Assess a Staircase Before You Start Restoration

    A staircase can influence the overall perceptions of any structure’s interior. Staircases in older homes set a traditional atmosphere that lends character to a home or business. But like everything else, they eventually show wear and tear and staircase restoration is needed. Rebuilding can seem like a good solution, but it’s much more costly than a restoration.…

  • Use The Iron Baluster Design Tool For Your Next Project

    Use The Iron Baluster Design Tool For Your Next Project

    At StairSupplies we have years of experience designing safe and functional staircases. Our experts are well aware of building and safety codes. We offer custom solutions for home and business owners, and our iron baluster design tool helps bring them to life. Our team of designers is known for the wonderful-looking staircases they create. With…

  • 5 Trends in Home Design

    5 Trends in Home Design

    Homeowners today have gone well beyond basic needs for home and shelter to inspired living spaces, and there’s an incredible array of products to accommodate that demand. You first need to decide on the look you want. Trends come and go, but here are some popular home design trends in vogue now. Hot Home Design Trends  …

  • Make Your Wood Stairs Less Slippery

    Make Your Wood Stairs Less Slippery

    More than 30,000 deaths a year are attributed to accidental falls, and most of these take place on stairs. Most home staircases are constructed of wood. Wood can present dangerous conditions if treads are worn or over-polished. However, there are some easy methods to make you wood stairs less slippery. How To Make Your Wooden…

  • Choosing The Perfect Wood For Your Staircase

    Choosing The Perfect Wood For Your Staircase

    For reasons of durability and safety, a wooden staircase is generally made of hardwood. More exotic woods can also be found to give a distinctive look. Because there are many elements to a staircase, some designs may involve different types of wood stained to match. Here are some good options: Options for Your Wooden Staircase American Woods Cherry:…

  • Guide To Baby Proofing Your Stairs

    Guide To Baby Proofing Your Stairs

    A sturdy and attractive stairway can be one of the finest features of a home, but they aren’t without risk. Falls are a leading cause of injury for children across several age groups, particularly those who are one year of age or less. These accidents result in more than a million injuries annually.  Baby proofing…

  • How To Use Lighting To Improve The Look Of Stairs

    How To Use Lighting To Improve The Look Of Stairs

    A staircase can be a real centerpiece for a home. With the right lighting, you can show off a staircase with an eye-catching, dramatic effect. But most homeowners aren’t familiar with the best stair lighting ideas. We at StairSupplies present you with some beautiful stairway lighting ideas. All About Lighting A well-lit home has advantages.…

  • Curb Appeal Moves Indoors: The Importance of Stairs

    Curb Appeal Moves Indoors: The Importance of Stairs

    There’s no question that a beautiful staircase makes a big impression when a person first enters a home. While a gorgeous landscape gives a home “curb appeal,” a beautifully designed staircase can seal the deal with that truly stunning look. The importance of stairs to a home’s value just can’t be denied. Realtors point out…

  • Increase Home Value With Staircase Remodeling

    Increase Home Value With Staircase Remodeling

    As a central part of your home, your staircase serves a practical purpose. But it is also a focal point in your home’s decor. As a pathway through a high-traffic area, your staircase may look worn, or it might reflect a tired style that contrasts with your contemporary decor. When the value of your home…