In a private suburban and cottage construction there has long been a tendency to build houses in, or even three floors, and they often equip attic room. In any of these cases, there is an urgent need to organize a staircase, durable, wear-resistant, comfortable, safe and at the same time aesthetic design that will connect different levels at home among themselves. There are many options for decorating stairs in a private house using different materials, solutions and styles. Being carried away by the aesthetic component, we must not forget that the stairs, first of all, should be convenient for ascent and descent.

No. 1. The main components of the stairs and the requirements for them

The design of the stairs includes the following elements:

No. 2. Types of stairs in a private house

Stairs can be classified according to material, layout, purpose and other parameters, but the most important is division by type of construction. Allocate such main types of stairs:

  • marching;
  • screw, or spiral;
  • ladders on the rails.

The choice of the type of construction depends on your own preferences, as well as the space that can be allocated for the stairs.

No. 3. Marching stairs: requirements and features

marching stairs - the most common and easiest to arrange option stairs. It is a continuous series of steps from one floor to another or to landing. Such designs most accurately take into account the biomechanics of human movement, therefore they are considered the most convenient and safe for movement. Significant flaw- their arrangement will require a lot of space, but this minus can be turned into a plus: the space under the stairs can be used to good use.

March is called a continuous series of steps. It is recommended to make no more than 10 steps in one march (maximum 17) to ensure the most comfortable ascent and descent. If this number of steps is not enough, then it is better to equip two or more marches, and make a landing between them: its width is equal to the width of the steps, and the length should be a multiple of the step. Two- and three-flight stairs will occupy less space if the marches are located not in one direction, but at an angle.

Depending on layout mid-flight stairs can be:

  • straight- the most convenient and durable option;
  • rotary they don’t lose much in terms of convenience, but they allow you to more rationally use the space at home, which is very important when it is not in excess.

Turning stairs are divided into several types:


In addition, mid-flight stairs can be:

  • closed;
  • open.

If there is a riser under the tread, then the ladder is called closed. These stairs are more durable and inspire a sense of security. Structures without a riser are called open: they are lighter and do not visually clutter up the space of the house.

According to the type of construction, mid-flight stairs are divided into the following types:

  • stairs on stringers outwardly they have a sawtooth shape and are monolithic beam, on which is laid on top finishing material for steps and risers
  • stringed stairs. A bowstring is called an inclined beam that runs along the entire length of the stairs. With her inside there are grooves where steps are mounted.

For the manufacture of mid-flight stairs, you can use almost any material: wood, metal, stone, glass, or combine them.

Despite the fact that spiral staircases look very impressive, in terms of comfort of movement, they are much inferior to marching and are equipped only in case of need for austerity of space. Often such structures lead to the attic or attic floor.

support spiral staircase usually made of metal (sometimes wood), but the steps can be glass, wood or stone. The narrow part of the steps is mounted to the rack, and the wide part of the steps is attached to the balusters, the wall or the railing post. As a rule, spiral staircases are made without risers. The width of the tread in the center of the step should be 20-25 cm, in the widest part - 40 cm.

metal staircase

Metal outperforms wood in terms of level durability and wear resistance. Usually for the manufacture of stairs use stainless steel, which can last up to 40-50 years, is durable and resistant to corrosion. The design can be completely made of metal, but today there are more and more options combined with wood, stone, glass or plastic.

In addition to excellent operational qualities, To benefits metal refers to flexibility and plasticity, which makes it possible to create stairs of absolutely any shape. Not the highest cost should also be attributed to the merits. Among cons cold and "noisy" metal surface, but this will be noticeable when using it as self material for decorating stairs.

The manufacture of a metal staircase, as a rule, includes a complex complex work Therefore, it is better to entrust this work to professionals. Today, such structures are made to order, and are also sold as a ready-made prefabricated kit.

Forged staircase

Ordinary metal stairs do not always fit well classic interiors, and some of them seem too industrial. The way out is the use of forging, which combines all the advantages of metal, but it looks openwork and airy. With the help of forging, you can create various ornaments, it is suitable for all types of stairs, goes well with wood and stone. The only negative is the high cost, because it is always manual labor-intensive work.

concrete stairs

stone stairs

Only steps are usually made of stone. This design will become an expensive interior decoration, as it looks chic and is really expensive. From natural breeds use granite and quartzite, rarely marble. Durability, strength, resistance to abrasion, moisture and temperature changes, as well as ease of care and chic appearance – main advantages of stone. Minuses - big weight and price, so often a natural stone replace artificial concrete base. It is practically not inferior in terms of durability and strength to natural.

glass staircase

Glass stairs are airy, almost invisible and stylish. They fit perfectly in style. hi-tech and modern, but together with gorgeous view you will have to put up with some inconveniences: a slippery surface and the need for constant thorough care. Of course, for the construction of such stairs use laminated or strained glass , which is highly durable, but even it can crack when it hits the end. Acrylic glass, which is considered more durable and lighter, may turn yellow over time. Glass steps go well with chromed metal.

The most important parameter stairs is her tilt angle(relevant for marching and bolt structures). Well, if you can achieve an angle of 45 degrees - this is optimal value. The greater the deviation from this number, the less convenient it is to walk up such stairs. The width of the tread and the height of the riser depend on the angle of inclination: the larger the angle, the smaller the tread and the higher the risers.

No. 8. Staircase lighting in a private house

If in daytime For a day, moving up the stairs does not cause any problems and questions, but at night it can turn into a real test if the backlight is not thoughtfully done. stairs in the house performs, above all, cleanly functional role, and only then - decorative. Luminaires can become a decoration of a design or advantageously emphasize its individual details.

Stair lighting can be arranged in one of the following ways:

  • ceiling lighting provided or a chandelier with pendants. Such a sufficiently powerful backlight can illuminate all spans of a large staircase. For overall structures, chandeliers with suspensions are great - they will become a magnificent decoration of the stairs and the interior as a whole;
  • Wall lights- the most common and easiest to arrange option. There are a huge variety of wall sconces in stores - you can choose for any style. It is necessary to place such lamps at the level of human growth;
  • local illumination can be used to illuminate steps and railings. Often used for these purposes. Such lighting allows you to emphasize the beauty of some elements, and also provides a safer and more comfortable movement on the stairs at night. LED strip opens wide opportunities in terms of design, consumes a minimum of energy and does not heat the surrounding surfaces.


For one staircase, you can combine a couple of lighting options.

Now imagine how much the comfort and safety of moving up the stairs is reduced if it is located in only one place. There are several interesting ways to solve this problem:


No. 9. Staircase styles in the house

Like interiors and stairs can be designed in different styles. Of course, the chosen style should correspond to the overall interior design of the house. Designers highlight mass stylistic trends, of which the main and most common are the following:

  • classic style- these are natural discreet shades, natural materials(stone and wood), carvings, volutes, decorative balusters;
  • neutral style used in the arrangement of stairs when it is not intended to play the main or one of the main roles in the interior. In this case, it is assumed that the staircase is a functional and as discreet detail as possible; there are no strict requirements for its design;
  • modern style, which includes such trends as minimalism, hi-tech, modern and art deco, involves the use of glass, metal and an abundance of lighting elements;
  • country music– ideal style for a country or country house. The country-style staircase is made of wood, made deliberately rough, and on top it can be covered with carpet overlays on the steps.

It is impossible to imagine a house with several floors without a staircase. This design connects the floors and facilitates movement from one floor to another.

The original lighting in the steps attracts attention

Usually, at the stage of creating a cottage or summer cottage project, the owners are determined with a ladder.


 Illuminated marble staircase

Determine the length of the stairs, the number of marches, their height, the nature of the lighting and the material for the construction of the stairs.

During the daytime, lighting is achieved through a window on the landing

The design itself carries a certain danger, so ensuring optimal comfort and maximum lighting during the day and at night is the number one task.


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How to choose lighting for the stairs?

Very often the staircase is located in the hallway, where there are not many sources natural light. Therefore, in the hallway with stairs you need more light sources than in the usual one.

Wall sconces are a common option for lighting stairs

When choosing fixtures for lighting landings and marches, it is worth considering:

  • Square.
  • number of windows.
  • General interior design.
  • Luminaire type.

Now available to the buyer a large number of different lamps, so safety is much easier than before.

Types of stair lighting

When arranging the stairs, you can choose one of the options:

In addition, lighting devices can be local, ceiling or wall type.

Local lighting stairs in the cottage

The main task of local lighting is to illuminate small areas, such as flights of stairs or landings.


 Local illumination of marches is relevant in homes with the elderly

Small diode or halogen lamps do an excellent job with this, which are best built into the wall at the level of a person’s knee or slightly lower.

Convenient lighting which is not conspicuous
bright lighting can interfere with lifting, so lighting should be approached carefully
The backlight can be made not only white, but also blue color

If desired, you can choose lamps with diffusers.


 LED strips can also be used as backlight

Photos of such lighting can be found on our website or on the Web.

Ceiling lighting options

You can equip the landing by adding ceiling lamp. To illuminate the stairs, you can install chandeliers with or without suspensions. Chandeliers are attached to the ceiling.


 ceiling lighting looks spectacular and attracts attention

One device can replace several wall sconces or spotlights. This option is called front or palace.


 basis color solution stairs and general interior art deco hallway are contrasts: light cladding, dark wooden railings and a massive chandelier

For large stairs, it is worth installing chandeliers with a long suspension, which will illuminate the site as much as possible. For arranging lighting, there are many options for chandeliers:

  • Spiral options.
  • Models with pendants made of crystal or glass.
  • cascading options.
  • Structures with "columns".

Hanging chandeliers are usually located on chains, with which you can adjust the length of the suspension. Most designers recommend hanging such structures closer to the ceiling so that the light distribution occurs evenly. Photos of chandeliers used to illuminate staircases and marches can be found in the projects of designers from around the world.

Wall lighting option

Very often, stairs are illuminated thanks to several sconces placed on the wall. Today, sconces can be found for every taste. Love minimalism? Choose wall lamps in this style. The lightness and airiness of the Provence style will help you emphasize the sconce with a ceiling in pastel colors.


 Small lamps in the form of windows look impressive and fit perfectly into the interior of the hallway.
Light minimalism in the interior is complemented by a spectacular wall lamp

Modern, baroque, techno - design in these styles can be complemented with wall sconces.

Almost imperceptible lighting provides additional light, but does not draw attention

Video comparison lamps from different manufacturers can be found on popular video hosting sites.

Distinctive features of such lamps for lighting the stairs of cottages are:

  • practicality;
  • compactness;
  • ease of installation;
  • restraint.

The selection of a wall lamp is determined by the overall design of the hallway and stairs.

You can equip the sconce with any lamp:

  • Incandescent.
  • neon.
  • LED.
  • Halogen.

To the plafonds are presented different requirements. For soft light, designs that scatter light are chosen.


 An example of a staircase built by us

The material for the plafonds may be different. The most common options:

  • Silicone.
  • Glass.
  • Plastic.
  • Crystal.

Important! If you want to use sconces to illuminate your staircase, it is better to choose fixtures from the same collection so that the interior of the room is complete.


 Several wall sconces do not burden the interior, but complement it

The fastening of the sconce must be approached professionally. Lamps should be located so that a person climbing stairs does not touch them with his shoulder or head.

Chandelier and wall lamp complement each other perfectly

Optimal Height- 185 centimeters.

Video of staircase lighting options

Conclusion

The choice of lighting is the second stage after the selection of stairs. If you haven't decided yet ladder construction, we invite you to take a look at the photos of the options we offer.

Option for two-storey cottage

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The staircase is a part of the interior, which carries not only a functional, but also an aesthetic load. The same can be said about the backlight. On the one hand, step lighting is a bright addition to the design of the house, on the other hand, it is a simple necessity. Its installation is connected, first of all, with the safety of residents or guests. Especially, backlighting is necessary at night / evening. Were developed various technologies LED backlight. So, for example, there is an automatic mode for turning on the illumination of steps. Comfortable enough and manual way mode control with remote control. In other words, there are a lot of options, it remains only to choose the most suitable specifically for you.

Recently, the system has become more and more popular. smart House”, which implies maximum automation of familiar processes. So the lighting of the stairs turns on at the moment when a person starts to go down or up the stairs. Activated by pressure or movement touch sensors and the stage lights are automatically switched on. "Smart" backlight stairs Various solutions make it possible to install lighting on various elements stairs:

  • along the railing;

    You can choose a railing model with built-in lighting

    • under the stairs;

      Installing a light source under the steps will achieve a stunning effect.


      Function automatic start and turning off the lighting is connected not so much with the pursuit of new products, but also with efficiency. So the owner can set the lighting mode during the greatest movement, for example from 7 to 11 pm. Additionally, you can install not only LED lights under the steps, but also on the railing. They can be turned on and off by tactile touch. To do this, the illumination of the stairs is provided by a special led strip. Unusual animated staircase lighting Step lighting is installed for safety reasons. It must also be installed if the house has:

      • family members with disabilities;
      • hyperactive children;
      • aged people.

      For the organization of the safest and effective illumination steps, it is recommended to install an LED strip or individual lamps directly in the steps.

      Working with glass, you can achieve the effect of luminous steps. To do this, the light source is installed at the stage attachment point.

      Advice! To prevent the backlight from turning off unexpectedly, install a backup power supply. A simple car battery can work for this.

      It is worth noting that most experts advise using LED lighting technology. Let's see why it is recommended to equip stairs with LED lighting?

      • it is economical compared to classic lighting
      • looks great in combination with any design in the house
      • gives a high degree illumination of stairs and landing
      • relative to others, easy to mount
      • lamps have a long lifespan
      • high degree of fire safety
      • any color is chosen to illuminate the steps.

      You can choose a ribbon of a certain color or install a model that can glow in different colors

      In practice it looks like

      If you wish, you can even create something similar at home.

      But do not forget that the staircase should be first of all safe, with a convenient interval and size of steps, and only then become a decorative addition to the overall interior.

      To illuminate the steps, LED, neon lamps or other types can be used. lighting fixtures. Devices are installed along the length and width of the steps, along the edges in the corners or on the ceiling above the stairs. In fairness, we note that installation on the ceiling is not carried out so often lately.

      An example of effective staircase lighting is a combination of ceiling, wall, and also lighting built into the steps.

      The task of the master is to set the light so that the devices do not distort the shape and size of the steps at night and do not cast shadows, otherwise a person walking along them may stumble. Moreover, than long length descending the stairs, those need big square lighting. So at a spiral staircase, all steps should be illuminated without exception. A long staircase needs diffused lighting. For a slight rise, spotlights are suitable.

      With such “solid” lighting, it is most convenient to navigate

      Do not forget about the design, for example, yellow light is ideal for a wooden staircase, and white lighting is ideal for a metal structure.

      The requirements for the color of lighting, of course, are not strict. So, for example, a wooden staircase can be perfectly combined with white lighting.

      Types of stairs, lighting and fire safety equipment

      Wooden stairs. This type of design can suit country, eco or simple classic styles. Do not forget that wood is a flammable material, and can ignite if the wiring insulation is broken or short circuit. To avoid this, before installing the backlight, the steps of the stairs are processed with special compounds that prevent combustion.

      Original lighting no less than the original staircase

      If the stairs are made in the style of techno or hi-tech, then not only metal constructions or glass, but also plastic. Polymers, as you know, not only burn well, but also release toxins. Therefore, even LED lamps should be removed from plastic as much as possible. It is recommended to install in glass or metal components, and strictly observe all safety regulations.

      Clear lines of cold light perfect solution for Hi-Tech style

      And, of course, do not forget about the win-win combination: light, metal, glass

      Advice! If contact between the lamp and plastic is unavoidable, use a polymer containing flame retardants. Now on the market you can easily find such materials.

      Classic. This type is the safest, and least likely to pose a risk of ignition, as it involves the use of natural or artificial stone, porcelain tiles, etc. Lamps will help emphasize the colors and texture of the finish. At the same time, the equipment is not difficult to hide. For example, neon lamps or lamps can be fixed under each of the steps.

      And you can install a light source directly on the steps, just direct it correctly

      LED lighting and its installation

      Many people have come across an LED strip - a flexible board to which energy-saving lamps are connected. Such tapes are very flexible and can be the most different colors. This, as well as the ability to adjust the length, and a number of other features made LED lightening in houses, cottages, business and cultural centers so popular. LED lighting fixtures do not generate heat, do not heat the surrounding objects, which means that you do not have to worry about the risk of fire on your home's stair surfaces and components. The only thing that needs to be attached to the tape itself is two power supplies. One converts electricity for lighting, the other for connecting to a household network. At the same time, electricity consumption is small - 12 or 24 volts. The LED backlight strip can work up to 45-50 thousand hours in total. How to choose and connect an LED strip

      Implementation of the installation

      Installation of LED backlight is available to everyone, even to the person who has never encountered this. First, along with the equipment, the buyer receives instructions. Secondly, everything is intuitive. The choice of purchase depends directly on the type of stairs. If the steps have ledges, then the lighting can be fixed with a simple adhesive tape. If there are no such protrusions, then you will have to refine special profile which will protect the tape from mechanical damage.

      LED strip is installed directly under the ledge

      If you have a staircase without risers, then the issue of installing the backlight is greatly simplified.

      If you have the second option, then in addition to the LED strip you will need:

      • electric or pneumatic drill;
      • screwdriver;
      • aluminum profile;
      • self-tapping screws, clamps and other parts for fastening.

      The light source can also be mounted in the patch corner

      Installation process

      1. First you should measure the profile and cut it into pieces equal in width and length to each step.
      2. It is first necessary to prepare each of the steps for the installation of the profile. For each profile you will need approximately 4 self-tapping screws.
      3. When inserting the tape, do not forget to fix it with glue (for this you can choose both “Moment” and superglue). Gluing is necessary to avoid deformation of the tape.
      4. Mask the wires that protrude either under the baseboard or under the stairs themselves.
      5. Connect the tape to the stabilizer alternating current and to the network block.

      A selection of illuminated stairs

Happy owners of cottages and two-storey houses may face a significant problem when connecting the light on the stairs - how to make it so that you can control the lamps from two floors. Agree, it is not very convenient if the switch is located at the beginning or at the end of the ascent flight of stairs. Further, readers will be provided with the 3 most convenient staircase lighting schemes in a private house, so that light control can be carried out both from the first and second floors.

Option 1 - Feed-through switches

We have already discussed with you. There is nothing complicated, but with the help of such devices you can control the light from 2, 3, or even 4 points. This idea is often used in private homes. If the length of the steps is small - one switch is mounted on the first floor, the second - respectively on the second. The staircase lighting scheme will look like this:

If you need to control the light bulb from three places, you can install an auxiliary switch - cross. In this case, the staircase lighting scheme in a private house will look like this:

As you can see, the wiring is not complicated. Zero is led directly to the lamp, the phase is broken.

Option 2 - Timer

One more, more modern version- the use of a special staircase switch in the form of a timer. Here things are a little more complicated - you need to set a timer on the lower floor and set a specific program on it when the light should turn on / off.
Timer connection diagram staircase lighting will look something like this:

This option is more suitable for, however, some owners are satisfied with this control of the lamps.

Option 3 - Motion Sensor

Well, the last option that we would recommend you to stop at is a staircase lighting scheme with a motion sensor. We advise you to buy a ceiling detector with a 360 degree view, which will react to work when a person is detected, both on the first and second floors. This is really very convenient, because. you will not need to install several switches, just connect the device to the network and the lamp. The only downside is that if you need Full time job light, this can be done only by connecting an additional conventional keyboard model, which will short-circuit the sensor if necessary.

A visual diagram of staircase lighting with a motion sensor and a switch looks like this:


Alternative option automatic backlight- the use of smart lamps, which you can learn about from this video:

Overview LED lamps for stairs

Smart step lighting