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02 February 2017
Picking a staircase can be a tricky business, particularly if you’re building from scratch or trying to provide access in a constricted space. With so many options available, you’ll want to take some time to consider which staircase will best meet your needs, and work with the available space. For instance, if you have a […]
09 May 2016
Summer has finally arrived and, having dusted off the barbeque and sun loungers, it’s now time to get started on that big project you’ve been thinking about all winter. Whether you’re building your dream home, adding an extension, or starting a renovation project, there’s a lot to consider and deciding on fixtures and fittings can […]
03 April 2016
If you’re in the market for a new staircase – maybe you want to replace one you already have, or perhaps you’re looking for an addition to an outdoor area? You have a couple of different options to consider. You’ve probably seen spiral staircases in other homes, but maybe you’ve never given any thought to adding […]
06 January 2016
Here in our Peak District home, we are lucky to be surrounded by some of the most beautiful views in the country. This spectacular setting makes us particularly aware of our responsibility to the environment, and so, we are committed to manufacturing sustainable staircases. How do we do this? For starters, we only use recycled aluminium in our straight and spiral staircases. […]
16 July 2015
Not only are our solid timber staircases a piece of craftsmanship, they can be individually tailored to clients requirements and budgets. This allows the client to stamp their personal styles onto a staircase so that it becomes an individual and meaningful feature in the house whilst also being a very practical staircase. At British Spirals […]
04 June 2015
Stairs For All Seasons With summer just around the corner, many of you will be thinking about moving your renovation projects from inside to outside. When looking at how to improve the access to your garden from first and second floor levels why not consider a Cast Aluminium Staircase. Traditionally people have straight staircases leading […]
20 May 2015
Traditionally staircases used to be made out of cast Iron, and it has only been over the last couple of decades that new, stronger, more durable materials that are easier to work with, such as Aluminium have reformed the core principles of traditional sand casting techniques and material. During an average day we will get approx. 5-10 […]
13 April 2015
Often wondered how to deal with the awkward drop from the back door to the garden or patio area, or gain access into your lightwell? Want to make a feature of the access and area rather than just have a few boring normal steps? Want to have a staircase that it noticed? Then look no […]
30 March 2015
Our LCC range of balconies and staircases are inspired by the Georgian era and the old traditional London cast iron castings. This style often needs to be replicated in many of the conservation areas in London and the surrounding areas. LCC takes its name from the traditional old London Casting Company. Its simplistic design offers […]
16 February 2015
You have decided on a spiral staircase for your new build or renovation, you have passed it through building control and now just have to decide on the style. You have a lot of choices When choosing a staircase, so how do you choose? Wooden or Metal One of the first thing to decided is […]
21 January 2015
Derbyshire Range of Timber Stairs Since its launch in April 2011, the stylish Derbyshire range of wooden spiral stairs has been offering customers exceptional value for money when looking for a simple, bespoke staircase designed and built for their individual homes. This range was designed to meet the rising demand for quality but with a more […]
15 January 2015
A staircase is a vital part of many homes. A good staircase serves its purpose by providing access to the upper levels of a building. It serves as a connecting path from one floor to another, usually to a bedroom or maybe a mezzanine, sun deck or garden areas. Aside from the functional purpose of […]
06 January 2015
When clients are looking for a traditional spiral staircase they automatically assume them to be cast iron spiral stairs. The reason for this is that in the past, there were many cast iron foundries. These Iron foundries would produce the necessary castings and parts to be able to make an iron spiral staircase. Over the […]
16 December 2014
In 2010 we were invited to design this magnificent Victorian balcony and staircase for a private residence in Bristol. The balcony is 7.5mts long by 2 mtrs wide with a 2 mtr straight stairs going down to a rest landing with 2 Victorian 1676mm diameter spirals leading down to the garden. The Regent Ornate balusters […]
11 December 2014
Concept to Birth – the life cycle of a staircase! People often wonder what is involved in the construction of our staircases. Without giving away any trade secrets, I thought I would share with you an overview of the process that British Spirals & Castings go through when creating these masterpieces. Before a client’s individual […]
01 December 2014
Willington Lodge, home of the Morris Family, is a luxurious small holding in Whitchurch. Carefully restored to its former grandeur in the spirit of the original Georgian architecture. The lodge retains its original features and now offers a very comfortable 5* bed & breakfast. Located on the Welsh/Cheshire/Shropshire borders and set within large gardens, with […]
17 November 2014
BS 5395 PART II can be a little intimidating for anyone who does not have to use them on a regular basis. There is so much scope for different interpretation that it can be misleading and cause unnecessary confusion and distress for clients to make the right decision. With that in mind British Spirals & […]
10 November 2014
Over the years British Spirals & Castings has been involved in projects of all shapes and sizes. Recently we had the pleasure of working alongside leading architects, Pentagram and shop fitters, Bluegroup Retail, in the transformation of a boutique clothes, shoes, jewellery and bag shop on the popular Chiltern Street in Marylebone London. The architects contacted us as […]
17 October 2014
This contract with Bailey Construction was for a beautiful solid Oak Helical stairs for a farm house conversion in South Derbyshire. The stairs were design by British Spirals & Castings with input from the client and Bailey Construction which involved a number of visits to the showroom to ensure the design was exactly what the […]
16 October 2014
Cottage Craft Spirals has rebranded as ‘British Spirals & Castings’ following the decision to merge the three existing brands of Cottage Craft Spirals, Tilley’s London Castings and Milton Aluminium Castings. Established in 1980, the family run business has built up an enviable reputation for designing and producing truly bespoke and unique staircases, balconies and railings. […]
13 October 2014
These bespoke oak staircases are simply stunning. Three flights of stairs were designed with the clients, Mr & Mrs Coleman, for a substantial property in Essex. This has been one of our largest commissions and the final results were very rewarding. The quality and finish achieved is compliment to both our staff and those of […]
10 October 2014
Henry Ford once said; “You can have any colour, as long as it is black”. British Spirals & Castings say “You can have any colour”. We have the benefit of having our own powder coating facility. This means British Spirals & Castings staircases and balconies can be powder coated in any RAL colour. This allows you […]
08 October 2014
Spiral Staircase Dimensions – Wooden Spiral Staircases BS 5395 PART II of Building Regulations is the part of the building regulations that governs the requirements that need to be met for spiral staircases. They can be a little intimidating to someone who does not have to use them on a regular basis and there is […]
01 October 2014
True British Manufacturers British Spirals & Castings is proud to be a British manufacturer in the truest sense. We do not import any of our aluminium castings. They are all created in our non-ferrous foundry in Stoke-on-Trent using time honoured techniques. The foundry is one of the few left in the area. Once an order is received , our team […]
15 April 2011
Balcony Ideas – Star and Diamond In conjunction with Mr Maurice Glucksman we created a new design of cast aluminium cast decking plates for balconies to compliment the slotted tread design. The new design creates a modern appearance and looks stunning in the attached photo. The plate is made up of 400x 400mm square modules […]