Guides and advice
Practical advice on wooden staircases and stair parts: what each part is called, how to measure, what the regulations say, pine or oak, and how to design your own staircase online with the 3D Staircroft.
11 November 2026 6 min read
A clear guide to staircase terminology: treads, risers, strings, newel posts, handrails, baserails and spindles, and what each part does.
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11 November 2026 5 min read
Compare straight, winder and landing staircases. See how each layout works, when it suits your space and how to choose between them.
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11 November 2026 6 min read
Learn how to measure floor to floor height, the stairwell opening and headroom so your new staircase fits first time. Includes a simple checklist.
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11 November 2026 5 min read
A plain-English guide to Approved Document K for staircases in England: rise, going, pitch, headroom, handrails and guarding. General guidance only.
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11 November 2026 5 min read
Pine or oak? Compare looks, strength, cost, finishes and care for wooden staircases, and find out which suits your home and budget.
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11 November 2026 5 min read
How to choose handrails, baserails, newel posts and spindles: profiles, sizes, materials and styles that work together on your staircase.
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11 November 2026 5 min read
A step-by-step guide to designing your staircase in the 3D Staircroft designer: layout, turns, balustrades, materials, price and ordering.
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11 November 2026 5 min read
Simple routines to keep wooden stairs looking good: cleaning, polishing, fixing squeaks, tightening newel posts and protecting oak and pine.
Read articleUse the 3D Staircroft to design a made-to-measure pine or oak staircase and see the price as you go, or browse stair parts in the shop.
