The Stair Runner as your Home's Focal Point

Your Staircase as Your Focal Point

Decorating your home can be an overwhelming task. The first important question to ask is "Where do you begin?" and the best way to tackle this is to choose a focal point which will be your design inspiration for the rest of the space.

The staircase is a great focal point because it stands prominently in any house, and in most cases, it is the first thing that welcomes your guests when they step into your abode. Remember: first impressions are crucial - so make sure your staircase represents you in the best light!

Decorate your Home around your Stair Runner

Dressing up your staircase with a stairrunner is a great way to introduce a certain theme or mood to your space. There are many colors and carpet materials to choose from, which you can then tie in with your choice of paint color, furnishings, etc.

Using Stair Rods

Stair Rods are a great way to embellish your stair runners and give them an added "oomph". There are certain rules you can follow to coordinate the right stair rod with the stair runner you chose.

Black

A silky black stair rod is a great accent to a decor that revolves around rich oak and cast iron. It provides a modern, sleek finish.

Brass

Good quality, real brass, like the kind we offer on this site, lends a timeless, sophisticated look to your carpet. We recommend pairing this with elegant sisal runners, particularly the chocolate color, as the golden tone of the brass marries perfectly with the warm brown tinge of the chocolate runner.

Chrome

Monochromatic rooms are avant garde and sophisticated, and chrome blends quite well in this environment. Consider pairing the chrome rod with a black-striped runner, then choose a few furnishings that stand out from the color scheme to liven up the space.

Brushed Steel

Brushed steel is a slightly softer version of chrome and just like chrome, would look perfect with striped rugs, as well as black runners.

Borders - Additional Touch of Color

The border is another way to infuse more personality into your staircase. It can provide a pop of color to a plain black carpet. You can also pair it with a striped design for a more interesting look.