09 December 2016
It just wouldn’t be Christmas without a few handcrafted decorations. One of our festive favourites are five-point origami stars. They can be strung together to hang between balusters, blu-tacked to doors or used to fill decorative bowls. If you fancy making some of your own, you’re in luck! We’ve made a quick how-to guide for […]
10 November 2016
One of our latest exterior spiral staircases is providing a stunning new feature for a restored 15th Century farmhouse in the South of France. Mas Pallarès nestles amidst the vines and cherry orchards of the Reynes Valley at the foot of the Pyrenees Mountains. Owner, Elizabeth Price, has converted the property into apartments for holidaymakers . As part of 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, […]
13 October 2016
Modern design is all about clean lines, high quality materials and a strictly limited colour palette. Within these minimalist spaces, a staircase can overwhelm the rest of the room, so choosing the right design is crucial. To give you a helping hand, we’ve drawn together some of our favourite modern staircase ideas. Wood and Metal Solid […]
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 […]
30 June 2016
Deep in Northern Europe, where the clear waters of Lake Mälaren meet with the bitter chill of the Baltic, there lies a city seemingly lost in time. With its swirling spires and giant halls, Stockholm remains one of the best-preserved medieval cities in the world and it was amongst these inspiring surroundings that one […]
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 […]
03 February 2016
Spiral staircases are a beautiful, and amazing example of design and engineering. Having the potential to become both a feature of your home, and something to which both friends and family may wish to aspire. Although you may have decided on having a new spiral staircase installed, have you considered how you want your stairs finished? […]
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. […]
01 December 2015
It’s hard to believe, but 2015 is almost at a close, and what a year it’s been! A new baby Princess arrived, England spectacularly flunked at the rugby and water was discovered on Mars. For all the staff here at British Spirals & Castings, 2015 has been a particularly special year as it’s the first […]
12 November 2015
We’re pleased to announce British Spirals & Castings will be exhibiting at the Homebuilding & Renovating Show at the NEC in Birmingham next April! As the UK’s biggest self-build and renovating event, the show had over 32,000 visitors last year and targets the self-build, renovation and home improvement market. The four-day exhibition will be a […]
21 October 2015
British Spirals & Castings have helped an Australian family home rise from the ashes by providing them with one of their external Victorian aluminium straight staircases. The Thomas family were forced to rebuild their home in Victoria, Australia after it was lost following a devastating bushfire. They chose a period style design for the new […]
15 September 2015
When told to think of a balcony, you automatically picture an above head height structure. However we were recently asked to design and build a balcony which actually provided a walkway on ground level, and what a stunning and innovative use of our balcony component parts it was! Tasked to work alongside the architect, we […]
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 […]
13 August 2015
When designing your new home, there are plenty of things you immediately consider such as the desired size, layout and overall look of the property, but have you given any thought to the growing trend in the UK self-build market of adding a balcony? A recent article in one of the UK’s leading self-build magazines […]
11 August 2015
2015 is turning out to be a great year for British Spirals and Castings after being shortlisted for the Best Joinery Product at this year’s Build It Awards. British Spirals and Castings have fought off strong competition to gain acknowledgement within this category, which recognises innovation in the performance and design of joinery products, along with […]
16 July 2015
Not only are our solid timber staircases a piece of craftsmanship, they can be individually tailored to clients requirements and budgets. This allows the client to stamp their personal styles onto a staircase so that it becomes an individual and meaningful feature in the house whilst also being a very practical staircase. At British Spirals […]
18 June 2015
Scandinavian Staircases Compact spaces do not mean you have to compromise on quality or design especially when it comes to choosing a staircase, which is something Gary and Joanne Moore discovered when they installed their very own truly bespoke staircase designed and produced by British Spirals & Castings. The Moore’s were undertaking a conversion at […]
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 […]
13 April 2015
Often wondered how to deal with the awkward drop from the back door to the garden or patio area, or gain access into your lightwell? Want to make a feature of the access and area rather than just have a few boring normal steps? Want to have a staircase that it noticed? Then look no […]
30 March 2015
Our LCC range of balconies and staircases are inspired by the Georgian era and the old traditional London cast iron castings. This style often needs to be replicated in many of the conservation areas in London and the surrounding areas. LCC takes its name from the traditional old London Casting Company. Its simplistic design offers […]
27 February 2015
British Spirals & Castings has helped create a stunning feature piece staircase during the refurbishment of a Victorian period home in the picturesque town of Market Harborough. Bryan Drew, the homeowner decided to include a three storey spiral staircase as part of the extensive refurbishment of his property, which also included creating an open […]
16 February 2015
You have decided on a spiral staircase for your new build or renovation, you have passed it through building control and now just have to decide on the style. You have a lot of choices When choosing a staircase, so how do you choose? Wooden or Metal One of the first thing to decided is […]
21 January 2015
Derbyshire Range of Timber Stairs Since its launch in April 2011, the stylish Derbyshire range of wooden spiral stairs has been offering customers exceptional value for money when looking for a simple, bespoke staircase designed and built for their individual homes. This range was designed to meet the rising demand for quality but with a more […]
15 January 2015
A staircase is a vital part of many homes. A good staircase serves its purpose by providing access to the upper levels of a building. It serves as a connecting path from one floor to another, usually to a bedroom or maybe a mezzanine, sun deck or garden areas. Aside from the functional purpose of […]
06 January 2015
When clients are looking for a traditional spiral staircase they automatically assume them to be cast iron spiral stairs. The reason for this is that in the past, there were many cast iron foundries. These Iron foundries would produce the necessary castings and parts to be able to make an iron spiral staircase. Over the […]