11 October 2019
No matter where you are in the world, you’re never too far away from a British Spirals & Castings staircase or balcony. Around one in six of our spiral staircases are sent overseas for buildings in places such as the US, Canada, Japan, Germany and New Zealand. Whilst we handle many of these orders directly […]
14 August 2019
Steep staircases in older homes can be a bit of a nightmare to use, feeling like a mountain climbing expedition on the way up and a balancing act on the way down! If you’re adding a staircase to a new or existing space, it makes sense to ensure that it is safe and simple to […]
06 August 2019
Situated within a Dark Skies area in England’s most northerly national park, Greystead Institute offers guests an unforgettable taste of the borderlands. The former Victorian church hall has been converted into a beautiful holiday let by the Monroe family and they commissioned British Spirals & Castings to create a solid oak spiral staircase and a […]
11 July 2019
British Spirals & Castings manufacture bespoke spiral staircases for clients all over the globe. It may therefore surprise you to know that in 95% of our builds we never actually visit the property yet are able to create a millimetre perfect staircase. The secret is helping our client (whether it be the homeowner, architect or […]
03 May 2019
The use of natural materials can make a real difference to how you feel when you enter a room. They can add warmth and texture, create contrast with the modern environment and draw the attention of guests. One of the most effective ways to introduce these materials into your property is with a hardwood staircase. […]
17 January 2019
We are no stranger to unusual design requests here at British Spirals & Castings, but the phone call we received back in 2016 was quite a shock! Disney were producing a sequel to the beloved classic, Mary Poppins, and needed an upside-down spiral staircase for one of the film’s most memorable musical numbers, featuring Meryl […]
16 October 2018
When working with period homes, you must be able to handle the occasional obstacle. Quirky building features and tougher planning requirements are common issues. We had to deal with both on a recent external staircase and balcony order which included a decorative metal side-screen. Restoration The staircase was manufactured for a 19th Century villa […]
30 August 2018
A staircase is rarely just a staircase. As you climb or descend you are taken somewhere new or, on rare occasions, somewhere extremely old. The Etches Collection: Museum of Jurassic Marine Life sits in the Dorset village of Kimmeridge, along England’s Jurassic Coast. It is home to a unique collection of some 2,500 fossil specimens, […]
07 June 2018
When you start looking to purchase a staircase, you’ll quickly become aware of a whole new world of weird and wonderful terms. To help you to make sense of it all, we’ve collected the most common terminology together in this glossary. Types of Staircase Straight — The most common type of stairs. They rise in […]
05 February 2018
External metal staircases offer a practical solution for building owners looking to provide a safe means of evacuation. Usually customers who need these functional pieces tend to opt for simple designs such as our LCC or Diamond staircases. On a recent refurbishment, however, we had the opportunity to create a grander set of fire escape […]
25 January 2018
Trying to fit a staircase within a tight space can feel a bit like a game of Tetris — pick the wrong shape or angle and you can end up with a good deal of wasted space. Fortunately, British Spirals & Castings are here to help. Each of our staircases is custom designed and manufactured […]
02 January 2018
Colour is important, particularly in your home or business. As well as informing the overall aesthetic, it also has the power to influence how you feel in a particular space. Which is why, when decorating, we spend time looking over colour charts, painting little test patches on the walls to make sure the colour looks […]
11 November 2017
Here at British Spirals & Castings, we always aim to deliver products which meet our client’s exact requirements. From time-to-time this means partnering with carefully chosen manufacturers and suppliers who can deliver specialist complimentary elements. This was the case in a recent project in London where were asked to supply and fit cast iron balustrade […]
04 October 2017
Looking for access options for tight spaces can really send you ‘round the twist’, but square spiral staircases could be exactly the solution you’re hoping for. Square spiral staircases, also known as squarial stairs, are the perfect choice for small areas or rooms when you want to maximise the floor space by avoiding a dominating […]
27 September 2017
When you begin to outgrow your current home, there are two options: you can either move to a new larger home or increase the amount of liveable space you already own. As many of us know, moving house is often a stressful, expensive and lengthy process. Likewise, constructing an extension can cause considerable and costly […]
07 September 2017
How many times have you reached the end of a summer holiday and wished you could just forget about coming home? One of our Victorian staircases is living out that dream in the Mediterranean sun after it was installed externally on a renovated village house which is one of three individual charming dwellings available for […]
27 July 2017
One of the great joys of life here at British Spirals & Castings is that you never know which near or far flung location the next order may come from. Every year we ship spiral stairs, railings and balconies to clients right across the globe. Recently we had a chance to revisit a Victorian spiral […]
28 June 2017
Transforming an existing property into the home of your dreams takes vision, ingenuity and determination. Homeowner Annette Andrews and her project team showed these qualities in abundance with a spectacular refurbishment centred around a stunning twisted column oak spiral staircase from British Spirals & Castings. The extensive work at the Billericay home saw the internal […]
26 May 2017
In Britain, we’re lucky to have millions of period homes. Whilst these properties are full of character and history, the spaces inside often aren’t designed for modern, open living. One way to make better use of your home is by moving or re-orienting your staircase. With some careful planning, this change of location can make […]
02 February 2017
Picking a staircase can be a tricky business, particularly if you’re building from scratch or trying to provide access in a constricted space. With so many options available, you’ll want to take some time to consider which staircase will best meet your needs, and work with the available space. For instance, if you have a […]
27 October 2016
With the nights drawing in, and Halloween nearly upon us, we’ve reached that time of year when everyone is particularly aware the nooks and crannies in their home. It might be the shadowy corner in your hallway, the poorly-lit cellar or even the cupboard under the stairs! Fortunately, under stair spaces aren’t usually hiding ghouls, […]
21 September 2016
A solid ash staircase from British Spirals & Castings forms the tranquil centre point of a new cottage on the rugged northern coast of Scotland. Owners, Roy and Carol Champion, were keen for the new home to do justice to the natural splendour of the surrounding Scottish countryside. It was in the design stage that the […]
09 May 2016
Summer has finally arrived and, having dusted off the barbeque and sun loungers, it’s now time to get started on that big project you’ve been thinking about all winter. Whether you’re building your dream home, adding an extension, or starting a renovation project, there’s a lot to consider and deciding on fixtures and fittings can […]
03 April 2016
If you’re in the market for a new staircase – maybe you want to replace one you already have, or perhaps you’re looking for an addition to an outdoor area? You have a couple of different options to consider. You’ve probably seen spiral staircases in other homes, but maybe you’ve never given any thought to adding […]
16 March 2016
In staircase design, a fraction of a centimetre can be the difference between a perfect fit and a complete mess, that’s why we always go above and beyond to ensure precision, whether our staircase is being installed in London or on the other side of the globe. Before our team of highly skilled craftsmen can […]
06 January 2016
Here in our Peak District home, we are lucky to be surrounded by some of the most beautiful views in the country. This spectacular setting makes us particularly aware of our responsibility to the environment, and so, we are committed to manufacturing sustainable staircases. How do we do this? For starters, we only use recycled aluminium in our straight and spiral staircases. […]
10 September 2015
A 16th Century building in Suffolk has been given a contemporary twist thanks to a stunning cast aluminium spiral staircase created by British Spirals & Castings. The Grade II listed property had already seen a good deal of change in its lifespan, originally being used as a dairy range and a brew house, before work […]
04 June 2015
Stairs For All Seasons With summer just around the corner, many of you will be thinking about moving your renovation projects from inside to outside. When looking at how to improve the access to your garden from first and second floor levels why not consider a Cast Aluminium Staircase. Traditionally people have straight staircases leading […]
20 May 2015
Traditionally staircases used to be made out of cast Iron, and it has only been over the last couple of decades that new, stronger, more durable materials that are easier to work with, such as Aluminium have reformed the core principles of traditional sand casting techniques and material. During an average day we will get approx. 5-10 […]
11 May 2015
An attractive detached house dating back to the 18th Century, situated on the edge of this historic village of Hurley-on-Thames is one of the latest properties in the UK to benefit from a truly bespoke staircase from British Spirals & Castings; in fact not just one staircase but four! The homeowners first came across British […]