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Amazing Staircases / Gone with the Wind;

The 1939 film “Gone With The Wind” features four beautiful staircases that have come to define the elegance, grace and grandeur of interior stair design. The staircase in the foyer of Aunt Pittypat’s home in Atlanta would probably be closer … Continue reading

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Amazing Stairs/Gone with the Wind; Mr. Bulter’s Residence

The 1939 film “Gone With The Wind” features four beautiful staircases that have come to define the elegance, grace and grandeur of interior stair design. One of the most popular staircases in movie history is the red carpeted stair within … Continue reading

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Pros and Cons of Carpenter Built Stairs vs Custom Hardwood Stairs

Construction Grade Stair: Also called carpenter-built Materials: Made from framing lumber such as pine, often 2X material. Construction: Lumber is rough-cut to sizes. Stringers are typically horse cut, then lumber for treads and risers are glued (construction adhesive) and nailed … Continue reading

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: USING BAMBOO FOR YOUR STAIRS

Bamboo has become popular in the past few years. It is desirable due to its sustainability and unique appearance. Bamboo is a unique material, and has some limitations compared to wood species you may be considering. First, bamboo is a … Continue reading

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Stair Styles: What parts of my stair should paint vs stain?

We often get asked the question: What parts of my stair should I paint and what should I stain? When determining what to stain and what to paint, think about how the overall feel you want in your space. The … Continue reading

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