I need to re-do ours.
Ideally, I would like to remove the wall on the left--at least as far back as the closet and put up balustrades and a newel post. That would certainly help with the claustophobia.
Instead of something like this:
It would sort of be like this. (Though my little wall is only 21"--about two steps!)
Anyway, here are just a few images that have caught my eye. I really am a classicist when it comes to stairs.
So, so gorgeous: wood with white risers.
Basic and classic.
Colourful:
I like these--but I wonder if I'd get tired of them. Besides, they seem too "folksy" or kind of "country farmhouse" to me now.
Of course, there's my most favouritest ever:
Black and white.
If I can't stain the treads, then I'll do black and white. I know I'm probably asking for trouble as far as dirt goes, but if we stained, I'd probably have to use a dark one anyway.
We'll have to see how it goes.
Step by step.
What a job, but knowing you from your blog, you'll do a great job.
ReplyDeleteFlowerLady
It is quite the job! Thanks for the vote of confidence.
ReplyDeleteAlana,
ReplyDeleteI love your dream of how to change your stairs. Maybe a project for spring One Room Challenge?! The arch would be gone, but you may gain another bookshelf to style, at the top of the stairs.
Marie
I really like the arch as it matches with all the other arched doorways in your house (including that cute little nook). It's a nice architectural detail and I would embrace it. Black and white will look very clean, classic and crisp. I would also stain or paint the handrail the same dark color -but you've probably already thought of that.
ReplyDeleteAlana, this is a little random but have you tried Crate & Barrel for home decor, rugs, etc? I have heard they are in your area.
ReplyDeleteMMarie--Yes, I was in Crate and Barrel just the other day. I am looking at one of their throws--the Humphrey, I think.
ReplyDeleteCaitlyn--thank you so much. I am not sure if I should paint it--or stain it dark (probably ebony.) I am going to get a quote on removing that bit of wall, and we'll see. If it turns out to be more than I want to spend, then I shall gladly embrace the arch!
Btw, I am reading through your blog at the moment. I'm at Spring 2013.