What is a Staircase Renovation?

July 26, 2023April 11, 2018 by Eddie Ping

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]To many people, a staircase is simply the way they go from one floor to another in their home, but the team at Abbott-Wade, one of the country’s premier staircase renovation firms, see a staircase as much more than that. It is a focal point of the home and in a lot of houses it is generally the first thing you clasp eyes on when you go through the front door so creating a spectacle staircase in your home is of massive importance to us.

We have been performing staircase refurbishments since 1996, helping homeowners across the length and breadth of the UK to revitalise their home by updating and refreshing existing staircases or by providing a completely brand new flight.

Staircase Stories: Mr & Mrs Norwood, Staffordshire

August 5, 2025April 7, 2018 by Eddie Ping

The Norwood family decided to revamp their stairs utilising Abbott-Wade’s bespoke design service. They opted for Sleek-Twist spindles spaced with our black wrought-iron effect spindles to great effect.

“Price was a big factor, but also the fitters being employed by the company, not requiring complete payment until completion, demonstrated to me that you have a lot of confidence in what you do.“

Glass Balustrade Clamps

July 26, 2023April 1, 2018 by Eddie Ping

Glass balustrades continue to be a popular staircase choice for many of our customers. Where glass is not embedded into the rails, it is secured into place with metal clamps. These clamps (or brackets) come in several standard designs (see below) though others may be available upon request. Abbott-Wade’s standard brackets include stainless steel in a polished chrome effect or brushed steel which are popular for many modern homes. A brass option is also available. Our clamps also come in two popular styles; a rounded D-shape and a square edged bracket specifically designed for the 10mm toughened glass we use as standard. The style and finish choosen is entirely up to each customer. Many customers choose to match these with their existing door furniture and other fixings around the home to give a sense of continuity and cohesion.

St Patrick’s Day

July 26, 2023March 17, 2018 by Eddie Ping

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Happy St Patrick’s Day

To celebrate St Patrick’s Day we thought we’d share a portrait recently voted Ireland’s favourite painting: Hellelil and Hildebrand – The meeting on the turret stairs (1864) by Frederic William Burton.

Glass Staircases from Abbott-Wade

October 14, 2024March 15, 2018 by Eddie Ping

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Here at Abbott-Wade, we have been performing staircase renovations and refurbishments for over 20 years. As our business has grown over the years going from strength to strength, many staircase design trends have come and gone.

Currently, one of our most favoured staircase products is our glass staircases. The use of glass staircase panels allows more light to pour through your home while adding a sense of elegance and style to your hallway.

What our customers say: “We have the experience & expertise”

July 29, 2025March 14, 2018 by Eddie Ping

Since 1996, we have built an unrivalled reputation which, according to our customers, sets us apart from other companies. Experience and expertise like ours cannot be bought. They can only be earned with time, commitment and ability. These are increasingly important factors for our customers.

“We chose Abbott-Wade because they were extremely accommodating. Despite our challenging requirements they were happy to do exactly as we specified without trying to influence us in to making any compromises.” – Mr & Mrs Slater, Blackburn

Staircase Stories: Mr & Mrs King, Ipswich

July 26, 2023March 7, 2018 by Eddie Ping

Sixty spindles equates to a lot of sanding, painting, drips, splatters, stress and mess! Mr & Mrs King decided to opt for a new pre-finished oak and glass staircase. The quality, design and price promised by their designer persuaded them…and Abbott-Wade delivered on that promise.