Spiral Stairs Are An Attractive Alternative To Traditional Staircases Saving Space And Affordable Spiral stairs are functional and can be a focal point of creative architectural beauty in a room. Whether the installation of the spiral stairs is for a home, office, shop indoors or externally they will make a statement. The spiral stairs have been chosen by many homeowners that want to impress and save space. Traditional stairs can bite into a room's floor area and with the low footprint of the spiral stairs, the saved space can be utilized for more important purposes. Spiral stairs are usually the centrepiece because they create drama and are aesthetically appealing. These stairs can be bespoke or purchased in a kit form with instructions on how to install them. The kit spiral stairs are recommended for a light traffic area as they are not as strong as the main staircases built to endure lots of feet. Clockwise or anti-clockwise the corkscrew design of spiral stairs is versatile and convenient, depending on the room layout they can fit into most designs. Moving furniture or people with mobility issues could find these stairs challenging. However, there are many designs to fit most lifestyles. Considerations when choosing to install spiral stairs are to think of the stair's impact on each level, both the ground and first level and the placement of the stairs in both rooms. Make sure that the stairs are accessible from the correct side. Design the size and style for the functions of the stairs because at the end of the day they need to be functional as well as attractive. Designing bespoke spiral stairs with professional designers and installers can be a task as the choices are unlimited for the parts that make up the system. Spiral stairs are designed around a central pole and the balustrades and treads are fitted to the pole which gives the impressive look. •
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Balustrades are the uprights that are affixed to the stair and handrail. These are available in many different styles. Traditionally carved wood spindles but in recent years a more modern look is sheets of glass or metal. Handrails are a balancing aid and used every time a person ascends or descends the stairs choosing a durable material is important. Some options include rope, leather, and wood. Steel can be manipulated to form a curve quite effortlessly and has a long lifespan.