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6 Types of Stair Treads – What to know before choosing various types.

Zigzag stairs with American red oak treads and top rail.
September 25th, 2025 Keuka Studios Editorial Team

Know your options before selecting the perfect stair tread for your project.

Whether you’re building a new home or renovating an existing one, designing a staircase to fit your design style and lifestyle is an important consideration. Once you have decided on a type of stairs it is time to decide what type of stair tread to choose. There are plenty of tread styles and materials to choose from to complement your home’s design. Whether your home is modern, contemporary, rustic or traditional there is a style to fit your requirements.

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Impressive Exterior Floating Stair Ideas

Galvanize Exterior Floating Stair and Spiral Star
September 25th, 2025 Keuka Studios Editorial Team

Exterior floating stairs provide egress from your home as well as allow easy access from a raised deck to the ground level of your property. When deciding on the type of stairs for your outdoor space there are many styles and material options available that will complement the design of your residential or commercial property.

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Feature Walls With Stairs-Interior Inspiration

cantilevered stairs with dark wood treads adjacent to lighted onyx wall with a glass railing.
August 22nd, 2025 Keuka Studios Editorial Team

Your staircase is often one of the first design elements guests notice when they enter your home. It sets the tone for the entire space, establishing the ambiance and style. A well-designed staircase should not only stand out on its own but also harmonize with its surroundings. Frequently, a feature wall is incorporated beside the stairs to create a striking focal point that enhances and complements the overall design. Ultimately, there are many types of feature walls, and some may be better suited to your design than others. Enjoy browsing these examples of stairs and feature wall ideas to help you design a successful combination.

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Gorgeous Gate Styles and Ideas

May 9th, 2025 Keuka Studios Editorial Team

What kind of gate is right for you? There are plenty of reasons to consider adding a gate to your railing project. Gates can perform a variety of functions. They can be used for safety, containment, security, or just decorative. In addition to being functional, your gate should seamlessly integrate with your architecture and the railing design. Whether for a backyard, deck, pool surround, or driveway entrance, the gate is often the first impression your guests encounter. Why not make it special?

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C – Channel Stair Stringers

Rustic activity barn with c-channel stringer stairs that add to the rustic industrial style of the aesthetic.
March 17th, 2025 Keuka Studios Editorial Team

Ideal stringer style for Modern Rustic Design

Integrating C-channel stairs into a rustic or modern design creates the perfect blend of rugged durability and minimalism. C-channel stringers on stairs are ideal to complement the raw unfinished textures commonly found in rustic spaces, such as exposed brick, reclaimed wood, blackened steel, and exposed utilities. The C-channel staircase, combined with modern elements such as sleek railings, tile decking, and bold colors, adds clean lines for a fresh and contemporary look. In addition, pairing the stringers with cable railings adds to the sleek minimalist aesthetic. Whether used in a residential loft, commercial setting, storage garage or exterior stair C-channel stairs bring functionality and stylish eye-catching architectural statement to rustic and modern architecture.

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Homes with Exterior Cable Railings

August 1st, 2024 Keuka Studios Editorial Team

Eleven home styles featuring cable railings on the exterior stairs and decks

Whether you are in the beginning stages of designing and building a home or renovating an existing one there are a lot of decisions to make. Among those decisions is deciding on the exterior facade and what types of railings to choose for the stairs and decks. I have always found starting with inspiration photos for my projects helps me to see the possibilities and visualize the results. Cable railing systems are a great choice for exterior stairs and decks. They give your house a unique style and add value to your home. Following is a collection of homes with a variety of architectural styles including contemporary, modern, traditional, cube, and log homes that feature Keuka Studios cable railing systems for your inspiration.

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Distinctive Double Stringer Stair Styles

Double stringer stair with wood treads and cable railing
May 7th, 2024 Keuka Studios Editorial Team

Not all double-stringer (or dual-stringer) stairs are created the same way. At Keuka Studios we like to push the boundaries to create an inspired design, and high-quality double-stringer stair that is both innovative and meets your vision for your project.

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Pedestrian Ramp Railing Requirements

Pedestrian ramp walkway with stainless steel handrail on one side, and cable railings and handrail on the other side.
February 22nd, 2024 Keuka Studios Editorial Team

A pedestrian ramp is a sloped walkway located indoors or outdoors that is used for easier access to an elevated floor level. A sloped ramp is one option for making a building or public place accessible, others include a lift. or an elevator. A ramp is provided in public places for individuals with disabilities, who use a wheelchair, or individuals who have difficulty maneuvering stairs. In addition, a ramp creates easier access for wheeled items like baby carriages, luggage, or grocery carts.

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