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04/03/11

The story of our stairs

Hi Friends-
Hope everyone is having a great weekend!
I’m excited to say our stairs are
DONE!
When we originally moved into our home 10 years ago, we fell in love with the iron rails but didn’t care for  the oak banisters.
After five years of living with it we had the banisters sanded and stained.
Updated Railing

Before

After

Rustic and elegant foyer and stairwell

5 years later
we decided to remove the dreadful carpet. 
2 dogs, 3 boys…you can only imagine….

 Our contractor who removed our wall helped my hubby make all the cuts for the side molding.  So much math is involved in this process.
We have been living like this forever
Next we hired out to have to have the wood laid down, he did the most incredible job!

Here it is ready for Christmas
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Thanks for stopping in!
XOXO
Kristin

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  1. Kristin says

    April 3, 2011 at 11:41 pm

    What a HUGE difference! Your staircase looks gorgeous … love the dark wood against the crisp white. Beautiful!

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  2. Tammy says

    April 3, 2011 at 11:42 pm

    Fabulous! Love the contrast between the dark wood and white!
    ENJOY!!

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  3. Cozy Little House says

    April 3, 2011 at 11:46 pm

    And it looks fantastic! I can hardly even imagine boys and carpet.
    Brenda

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  4. Madigan at madiganmade says

    April 3, 2011 at 11:50 pm

    Simply stunning! What a gorgeous color wood and a gorgeous before/after. It was worth the wait.

    Reply
  5. [email protected] says

    April 3, 2011 at 11:53 pm

    Can completely relate to the boys/dogs and carpet! Love the transformation!! It's gorgeous! Hope to follow in your "stairsteps" someday soon 🙂

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  6. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says

    April 3, 2011 at 11:53 pm

    Kristin, that looks so good. Love the dark color. I would love to tackle painting my stair rails some day, but would rather pay someone to do it.

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  7. [email protected] says

    April 4, 2011 at 12:00 am

    wow! what a difference that makes. I am redoing my stairs little by little, too. So worth the wait.

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  8. Nita {ModVintageLife} says

    April 4, 2011 at 12:10 am

    Now your stair are beyond fabulous. I love how the dark stain goes so much better with the iron and then the addition of wood steps? They are really so gorgeous. Can't wait to see the area all finished up.

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  9. Lisa @ Fern Creek Cottage says

    April 4, 2011 at 12:16 am

    Wow! It's so dramatic now! Absolutely gorgeous!!

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  10. Brandi says

    April 4, 2011 at 12:16 am

    Beautiful transformation!

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  11. Jaime says

    April 4, 2011 at 12:21 am

    Stairs are the order of the day (just posted my basement stairs!) and yours are gorgeous. Dark wood with white trim, we have it too, I will never, ever put carpet on stairs again. Although it shows every speck of dust I don't mind sweeping, a lot.

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  12. Lisa says

    April 4, 2011 at 12:22 am

    LOVE the dark stain on the treads Kristin. It looks so fabulous!

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  13. molly susan strong says

    April 4, 2011 at 12:28 am

    Goodnes…so very lovely. Very rich looking!

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  14. Pattie says

    April 4, 2011 at 12:31 am

    Kristin, WOW it looks amazing… what a difference just a few changes makes… you guys have out done your selfs, Happy Sunday

    Pattie

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  15. Loribeth says

    April 4, 2011 at 12:37 am

    Wow! You're right it looks a hundred times better stained dark. The oak just didn't cut it. I love staircases, but we'll always live in one story house because of a health condition I have… Still I LOVE seeing what you did with yours!

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  16. 536 Designs says

    April 4, 2011 at 12:41 am

    WOW…love your new stairs…what a big difference it makes! Congrats!
    Crystal

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  17. Pam says

    April 4, 2011 at 12:51 am

    Kristin, the stairs are GORGEOUS!! I love the dark stain you used on everything.

    In our last two houses, my husband has put wood stairs in. With two kids and a dog, it was a necessity, so I definitely can relate!

    Congratulations on such a beautiful transformation!

    Pam

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  18. Michaela says

    April 4, 2011 at 1:34 am

    Wow! The transformation is amazing! I can't believe it. The stairs look so rich and fabulous. That is my very favorite hardwood floor ever!

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  19. modern jane says

    April 4, 2011 at 1:47 am

    It looks incredible! I can't even believe the difference from the original pics and now! So beautiful!

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  20. Jenny says

    April 4, 2011 at 2:02 am

    Kristin, oh my goodness!!! This is absolutely gorgeous! I cannot get over how rich, beautiful and perfect this looks. Truly stunning. Love it!! Much more appropriate solution with three boys and two dogs too. 😉

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  21. mommyinthemountains says

    April 4, 2011 at 2:07 am

    Stunning! Seriously absolutley gorgeous!

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  22. Cassie {Hi Sugarplum!} says

    April 4, 2011 at 2:08 am

    those are gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous!

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  23. Anonymous says

    April 4, 2011 at 2:15 am

    The staircase looks beautiful! Would you mind sharing what stain you used? Thank you!

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  24. CalypsoInTheCountry says

    April 4, 2011 at 2:18 am

    Absolutely gorgeous! Love the dark stain!

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  25. Julie Johnson says

    April 4, 2011 at 2:20 am

    The bleeker beige looks great there! 🙂 I love your stairs! I ripped the carpet off of mine 2 years ago…maybe more. I need to spend the time and paint the trim white. I may do it this week after seeing yours!

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  26. ~K @ VintageSkye says

    April 4, 2011 at 2:25 am

    Those are truly stunning! Gotta make you smile everytime you see them!

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  27. DustyLu says

    April 4, 2011 at 3:10 am

    Wow, beautiful job! Worth the wait! Lol, I love the contrast. The railing looks incredible. Have a wonderful week! Lulu

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  28. Restoration House says

    April 4, 2011 at 3:30 am

    They look amazing Kristin! Just wanted to say thanks for being as sweet as you are.
    Kim:)

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  29. AntiqueChase says

    April 4, 2011 at 3:47 am

    Oh you must be in HEAVEN!!! They look GORGEOUS!!!

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  30. Elaine says

    April 4, 2011 at 4:40 am

    oh, that is a gorgeous transformation. Wood is so much easier to keep than carpet!!! good job.

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  31. MELANIE says

    April 4, 2011 at 4:54 am

    Very beautiful Kristin…I love the darker stain and the steps came out fabulous! Cant wait to see the personal touches to the wall.

    MJ
    Lucky 7 Design

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  32. Rozmeen says

    April 4, 2011 at 6:08 am

    Hi Kristin,

    How are you?
    Your stairs looks beautiful. Love the contrast..

    Wishing you a lovely day,
    Rozmeen

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  33. It's me says

    April 4, 2011 at 8:15 am

    Kristin ??? ..it looks so so so great !! you did it girl !!! yes yes !! lovely week…xxx…Ria…

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  34. The Sterling Cherub says

    April 4, 2011 at 8:37 am

    OMG, they are absolutely gorgeous! Total perfection.

    Best,

    Kimberly

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  35. Etta says

    April 4, 2011 at 9:16 am

    Your stairs are a dream Kristin! 🙂
    you did grate!! a big big kiss!
    Etta

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  36. Mariaelena says

    April 4, 2011 at 10:25 am

    Looks great Kristin, you must be so happy…can't wait to share our beach house with you…Dark wood floors and white cabinets, etc…Happy Monday!…Mariaelena

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  37. Sue @ House Pretty says

    April 4, 2011 at 10:49 am

    Your stairs are WOW! They look absolutely gorgeous! Nice, nice job!

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  38. laxsupermom says

    April 4, 2011 at 11:49 am

    Wow! Your stairs look phenomenal! Just gorgeous! We really need to completely rebuild our stairs, but have been putting it off because of the down time. How long were your stairs out of commission? Thanks for sharing.

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  39. Stacey says

    April 4, 2011 at 11:56 am

    really really great! I'm hoping to share in your stair happy dance soon. I've been after my husband to paint our risers and spindles for 9 years and seems it's going to happen in the next 2 months : ) yours look amazing!

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  40. d~ says

    April 4, 2011 at 12:45 pm

    A gorgeous staircase. I am so glad you posted. My husband brought home a iron rail wanting to replace our wooden ones instead of painting them. I wasn't so sure……your staircase is beautiful…still on the fence if it will look right on ours and with our decor….but Thank you for sharing!

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  41. Lynda @ Happenstance Home says

    April 4, 2011 at 1:00 pm

    Your stairs look amazing! So happy for you that you were able to get them done. I tried talking my husband into this – no luck. They will be carpet again 🙁

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  42. Trisha @ The Sweet Survival says

    April 4, 2011 at 1:24 pm

    Oh my gosh! The staircase looks amazing! We intalled a wood staircase at our old house and I miss it so much! So I know all of the hard work you put into it.

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  43. Courtney {a thoughtful place} says

    April 4, 2011 at 2:36 pm

    Oh, Kristin!!! They are stunning. Such a dramatic difference. I am trying to contain my envy!

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  44. Allison says

    April 4, 2011 at 3:35 pm

    Gorgeous, Kristin!

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  45. At The Picket Fence says

    April 4, 2011 at 3:51 pm

    Those look absolutely gorgeous Kristin! And the more I look at them, the more I want to go right now and rip the carpet off of my own! 🙂
    Vanessa

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  46. Mallory says

    April 4, 2011 at 4:12 pm

    WOW! Absolutely stunning! Looks like a lot of hard work. Fantastic job!

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  47. A Cottage Muse says

    April 4, 2011 at 4:32 pm

    LOVE it!! I will have to show Jim this post tonite!

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  48. me and alice says

    April 4, 2011 at 4:54 pm

    Hello Kristin!
    Wow what a job to fix that!
    Now your stairs looks gorgeous!!! Love the dark wood against all the white!
    Love from Susanne

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  49. Lara says

    April 4, 2011 at 6:34 pm

    OMGosh your stairs look so good! I like the contrast of your paint color & the new black color! They compliment each other & make each other both pop. Well done! I can not wait until I can rip my !#@#$ stair carpet out. 😉
    Hugs,
    Lara

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  50. Traci says

    April 4, 2011 at 6:48 pm

    WOW Kristin! It's GORGEOUS!!! I just love the color of your wood.

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  51. LowCountryLiving says

    April 4, 2011 at 7:00 pm

    Beautiful! I would love to do that with our stairs.

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  52. Simply LKJ says

    April 4, 2011 at 7:29 pm

    Love it! It looks so rich!

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  53. Destiny says

    April 4, 2011 at 7:34 pm

    They look great! We're about to do the exact same thing! We have railings that separate 2 of our rooms – they are that golden oak color – we're actually going to paint ours white, though we initially considered staining them walnut!

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  54. Ms. Bake-it says

    April 4, 2011 at 7:44 pm

    What an amazing difference! Your staircase is gorgeous! And boy can I relate to dogs, boys and carpeting…

    ~ Tracy

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  55. Serendipity Chic Design says

    April 4, 2011 at 8:16 pm

    Such an amazing transformation Kristin! Well worth the wait! LOL!

    Take care,
    Lisa

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  56. designchic says

    April 4, 2011 at 8:18 pm

    What a gorgeous change Kristin…it looks amazing!!

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  57. Andrea says

    April 4, 2011 at 8:53 pm

    Kristin, I love your new stairs. The dark wood is stunning!

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  58. Val says

    April 4, 2011 at 9:24 pm

    Gorgeous-Fabulous-Amazing!!

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  59. Decorating the Ville says

    April 4, 2011 at 10:54 pm

    Wowza kristen – Gorg – ge – us!!! LOVE the new do for the staircase! It is an amazing transformation!

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  60. sharmin says

    April 4, 2011 at 10:55 pm

    Wow!!! They're so beautiful!!! I know they will bring you lots of joy – worth the wait!

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  61. [email protected] Beneath My Heart says

    April 5, 2011 at 12:53 am

    Kristin,
    Those stairs are so amazing!! I thought they looked so much better when you stained the railing, but when I saw the finished wood steps, I loved them even more.
    I know you are enjoying them!
    So happy for you that they are finished.
    Traci

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  62. Sherry @ No Minimalist Here says

    April 5, 2011 at 1:37 am

    Oh Kristin, The stairs are amazing. What a beautiful transformation.
    xo,
    Sherry

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  63. Handy Man, Crafty Woman says

    April 5, 2011 at 2:25 am

    This looks so great! we did our stairs over too and I love it. (went from carpet to wood.)

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  64. Lakeshore Cottage Living says

    April 5, 2011 at 2:54 am

    I agree. The stairs look absolutely beautiful. I can't wait to see how you decorate around them.

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  65. Patricia says

    April 5, 2011 at 3:03 am

    What a transformation ~ they are lovely!

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  66. classic • casual • home says

    April 5, 2011 at 3:45 am

    Oh my gosh I love this. We did the same thing here…
    http://www.classiccasualhome.com/2011/03/cant-stop-stairing.html

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  67. The Whimsical Wife says

    April 5, 2011 at 4:24 am

    Hi Kristin – thanks for the spotlight the other day! It was a nice surprise! I am just in love with your stairway! It has come up a real treat!

    Reply
  68. Karla @ {The Classy Woman} says

    April 5, 2011 at 4:28 am

    Oh, they're just gorgeous Kristin! 🙂 I love wood vs. carpet, they turned out perfect.

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  69. Kim @ A Brush of Whimsy says

    April 5, 2011 at 5:52 am

    That dark wood makes my knees go weak! soooo prety!

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  70. Kim @ A Brush of Whimsy says

    April 5, 2011 at 5:52 am

    PRETTY, that is! 🙂

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  71. Little Miss Penny Wenny says

    April 5, 2011 at 6:03 am

    Absolutely gorgeous! I love that you kept the wrought iron in place and stained the oak. Gorgeous wood floors!!!

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  72. kristinwithani says

    April 5, 2011 at 2:19 pm

    Beautiful! I would have never imagined that oak transformation in my head. In fact, it would have never crossed my mind to stain them darker!
    Of course love the wood stairs too… I got an estimate for mine and promptly changed my mind. Yikes.

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  73. Denise at PinkPostcard. says

    April 5, 2011 at 2:19 pm

    awesome Kristin!!! how exciting! 🙂 I loved all your inspiration pics too- some of those look like the vision I have in my head for my dream house. Which is in the Hamptons, by the way! LOL! have a great week~

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  74. Alaina says

    April 5, 2011 at 3:18 pm

    Beautiful! What an amazing job on the stairs. I love the dark color choice.

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  75. Pam says

    April 5, 2011 at 4:10 pm

    They are truly stunning!!!

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  76. Clydia says

    April 5, 2011 at 7:00 pm

    Beautiful!

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  77. vintageculler says

    April 6, 2011 at 5:59 pm

    I'll bet that you "forget" something upstairs… often- just so you can go back up and admire the steps again. I know I would! Truly beautiful!

    Thanks so much Kristin for featuring my dining room on your blog!

    Cindy

    Reply
  78. Hyphen Interiors says

    April 6, 2011 at 6:46 pm

    Stunningly beautiful. I want to do the same for our stairs. Did you just stain the wood?

    Reply
  79. jen says

    September 8, 2013 at 3:41 pm

    your stairs are beautiful. -I have a quick question, when you stair treads were installed did you have any gaps on the sides of your stair treads? we recently had wooden treads installed and have small gaps on some of the sides-we are not sure what to do. we are considering using a dark colored caulking to fill in the gap-what are your thoughts?

    Reply

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