The handrail of any staircase needs to have supports and theses are called either balusters or spindles. These are used for other features for home interiors and exteriors too, and they ensure that any unsafe edges are guarded. Difference between balusters and spindles A baluster and spindle is actually almost the same thing, but the […]
Wallpaper has been around for over two centuries, when the first machine was invented to print colored tints on paper by Christophe-Philippe Oberkampf. Since then it became an important part of interior design, embrace by some and loathed by others. Including wallpaper to the design style of a home is totally “in” right now. Nowadays, […]
Choosing the covering for stairs is easy when you have an expert helping you, but for first-timers it can be slightly overwhelming – so, not as easy as you might think. This is why, at Stairnation, you can get a lot of advice during the decision-making process and use a free online planning tool. Many […]
The carpeting industry has some companies that are continuously innovating to present their customers with high-quality products. Yes there are many unsung heroes in every industry, but there are some carpet providers with a longstanding reputation worth pointing out. According to consumer sentiment, these are the best carpet brands in the U.S. today: Shaw Flooring […]
The vertical molded shaft that supports the handrail in a staircase is known as a baluster. Collectively, the balusters, handrail, newel posts, and base rail are known as the balustrade. Made from wood, stone, wrought iron and even plastic the balustrade is what completes a staircase and showcases its architectural design. How do balusters differ […]
Floating stairs have no visible support structure, and if building regulations allow, they will also have no handrails. The stair treads give the illusion that they are floating in the area, hence the name floating stairs. These elegant and modern stairs are becoming extremely popular for interior use. Areas where floating stairs can be used […]
Home renovations have their share of difficulty with most people steering away when they hear about buying an old villa needing restoring. However, restoring an old home need not be a stress filled nightmare or an expensive operation if you follow these tips. Get the right team together The first person to consult about the […]
Besides their functional purpose of taking you up to the next level of your home, staircases also serve the purpose of enhancing its style. With a few easy steps, you can also make and install a beautiful staircase for your home. Design in accordance to the regulations Every country has its own regulations that have […]
Renovations of homes often surpass the budget set for them, but you can renovate a home on a budget. All it will take is some imagination, a touch of creativity and lots of research so that you can stay within the budget that you have set. Before the renovation even begins, you have to decide […]
The addition or remodel of a staircase need not be a difficult undertaking, as long as the person planning and making it understands that it needs to be functional, safe and beautiful to look at. A functional staircase and safe staircase must follow the building requirements of the state and provide easy negotiable stairs from […]
