Guides
Staircase & joinery guides
Straight answers on cost, materials and Building Regulations — written by the people who actually make the staircases.
Costs · 6 min read
How Much Does a Bespoke Staircase Cost? A 2026 UK Guide
What a bespoke staircase really costs in 2026 — the factors that move the price, where cladding saves money, and how to read a staircase quote.
Advice · 5 min read
Stair Cladding vs a New Staircase: Which Is Right for You?
Cladding your existing stairs or building a new staircase from scratch? A practical comparison of cost, disruption, look and when each one makes sense.
Materials · 6 min read
Oak vs Walnut vs Ash: Choosing Timber for Your Staircase
How the three most popular hardwoods for staircases — oak, walnut and ash — differ in look, hardness, cost and upkeep, and how to choose between them.
Advice · 7 min read
Staircase Building Regulations Explained (Part K)
A plain-English guide to UK staircase Building Regulations — Part K rise and going, headroom, handrail heights and the 100mm sphere rule for balustrades.