When you picture a spiral staircase, you likely picture it inside of a lighthouse, an old castle, or the Statue of Liberty. Although spiral staircases are still a “trending” staircase of our time, the staircase has actually been around for centuries. The spiral staircase has a rich history that is worth talking about. Ancient Spiral… Read more »
New Trends and Best Treads for Outdoor Staircases
Not only does installing an outdoor staircase provide you with a functional staircase it also provides the exterior of your home with an attractive focal point. Although it’s important to install a functional staircase, you also want it to look good. A spiral staircase, which Acadia Stairs is very familiar with, is currently trending as… Read more »
Which Staircase Material is Right for Your Home?
When deciding which staircase is right for your home, one factor that is often overlooked is the material of the staircase itself. Wood, tile, carpet—each material has its own specific attributes that match with a certain staircase or home. Choosing the one that is right for you is just as important as the staircase itself…. Read more »
History of the Spiral Staircase
When you picture a spiral staircase, you likely picture it inside of a lighthouse, an old castle, or the Statue of Liberty. Although spiral staircases are still a “trending” staircase of our time, the staircase has actually been around for centuries. The spiral staircase has a rich history that is worth talking about. Origin of… Read more »
Designing Your Dream Staircase
Think about the staircase in your home. How many times a day do you traverse up and down it – carrying baskets of laundry, children’s backpacks and so much more? Most of us don’t give our staircases a second glance, but why is that? Your stairs are an incredibly important piece of the home, and… Read more »
Types of Staircases
There are various types of staircases available for both residential and commercial purposes. Each type of staircase has both advantages and disadvantages. If you are thinking about installing a new staircase into your home or business, it is important it understand what type of staircase pairs best with your space and preferences. Straight Staircases Advantages:… Read more »
Reasons We Love Spiral Staircases
Especially when you are in the middle of home renovations, you will be tempted to look around your friends’ homes when you walk inside. You may look in the kitchen to check out the granite or into the bathroom to see the vanity she has been raving about. Out of the corner of your eye… Read more »
Update Your Outdoor Staircase This Summer
As the weather grows warmer and you are spending more time outdoors, you may be thinking about how you can update the exterior of your home to give it a little extra curb appeal. A great way to do so is with a one of a kind staircase. Especially if your current steps have seen… Read more »
A History of Spiral Stairs
Spiral stairs add an interesting design element to almost any building. From homes to modern offices to centuries-old buildings, spiral stairs are a classic feature that can add elegance and class to any environment. While you can still find spiral staircases being built into new buildings, their lineage dates back more than 3,000 years. In… Read more »
The Mystery of the Miraculous Staircase of Loretto Chapel
A beautiful spiral staircase that boasts two 360 degrees turns, the Miraculous Staircase of the Loretto Chapel is surrounded by much mystery. One question that still baffles carpenters today is, “How does it stay standing with no visible support system?” Now a private museum, the chapel was built between 1873 and 1878 in Santa Fe,… Read more »