Entries by Jarrod Matthews

How To Treat A New Oak Staircase

At Jarrods Staircases, we know that an oak staircase is one of the most beautiful and durable features you can add to your home. Oak offers a natural warmth, strength and timeless appeal that suits both traditional and modern interiors. However, to keep it looking its best, proper treatment is essential from the very beginning. […]

What Are the Stair Trends for 2026?

At Jarrods Staircases, we’re always looking ahead at how design is evolving across UK homes. Staircases are no longer seen as purely functional features. They are now central to how a space looks, feels and flows. As we move into 2026, we’re seeing a shift towards cleaner lines, smarter use of materials and designs that […]

How Can I Modernise My Staircase?

At Jarrods Staircases, we often speak with homeowners across the UK who feel their staircase looks dated or out of place compared to the rest of their home. A staircase sits at the heart of your property, and even small changes can have a big impact on how your space feels. Modernising your staircase is […]

What Are Common Stair Design Mistakes?

At Jarrods Staircases, we’ve worked with homeowners across the UK who are looking to improve or completely redesign their staircases. While a staircase is often seen as a practical feature, its design has a huge impact on both the look and functionality of a home. When done well, it can enhance space, improve flow and […]

How To Clean A Wooden Staircase

At Jarrods Staircases, we know that a wooden staircase is more than just a practical feature in your home. It is often a focal point that adds warmth, character and value to your space. Whether you have a traditional oak staircase or a more contemporary timber design, keeping it clean and well maintained is essential […]

Floating Staircases Explained: Design, Costs and What to Expect in UK Homes

At Jarrods Staircases, we’ve seen a growing demand for floating staircases across the UK, particularly in homes that favour modern, open-plan living. These staircases are known for their clean lines and minimalist appearance, but there is much more to them than aesthetics alone. A floating staircase is a carefully engineered structure that balances design, safety […]

Are Floating Staircases Difficult to Maintain?

Floating staircases have become one of the most desirable design features in modern homes. Their sleek appearance and minimal structure create a striking visual impact, often transforming a hallway or open-plan living space into something far more contemporary. By appearing to float effortlessly without bulky supports, these staircases introduce a sense of lightness and elegance […]

Are Floating Staircases Safe for Families?

Floating staircases have become one of the most sought-after design features in modern homes. Their sleek appearance and minimal structure create a striking architectural feature that can completely transform the look of a hallway or open-plan living space. As more homeowners explore contemporary staircase designs, floating staircases are increasingly chosen for their ability to introduce […]

How to Modernise an Old Staircase

Many homes across the UK still feature staircases that were installed decades ago. While these staircases were built to last and often remain structurally sound, their design can begin to feel outdated as interior styles change. Dark timber, bulky spindles and traditional detailing that once looked stylish may now feel heavy or out of place […]

Do Staircase Renovations Add Value to Your Home?

When homeowners begin thinking about ways to improve their property, attention often turns towards kitchens, bathrooms or perhaps extending the house. These areas are widely recognised for boosting both the appearance and the value of a home. Yet one feature that is frequently overlooked is the staircase. At Jarrods Staircases, we have spent years helping […]

How to make stairs safe for the elderly​

Stairs are part of everyday life in most homes – but as we get older, they can start to feel more challenging. What was once a quick trip upstairs can become something that requires more care and attention. For many families, making sure stairs are safe is an important step in helping older loved ones […]

Glass, Timber or Metal? Balustrade Options for Staircase Renovations

At Jarrods Staircases, we understand that renovating a staircase is about more than just treads and risers. The balustrade—the combination of spindles, handrail, and supporting structure—is one of the most important features when it comes to style, safety, and overall impact. Choosing the right balustrade can elevate your entire hallway, create a modern focal point, […]

How to clean a staircase

Your staircase isn’t just a way to get from one floor to another – it’s a key feature in your home. However, over time, dust, dirt, and fingerprints can build up, especially in busy households with children or pets. A clean staircase not only looks great but also helps protect the materials, keeping them looking […]

How to renovate old stairs

Your stairs take a hammering over the years. Scuffed treads, wobbly handrails, discoloured varnish – sound familiar? Most people assume that when a restoration is needed, the whole lot will need to be ripped out and restarted from scratch, but that’s rarely the case. In fact, more often than not, what you’ve got can be […]

How to light up a staircase

A well-lit staircase isn’t just about safety – though that’s certainly important. The right lighting can completely transform how your stairs look and feel, turning what might be a strictly functional feature into a real focal point of your home. So, whether you’re dealing with a dark, uninviting staircase or simply want to add some […]

Are glass staircases safe?

Glass staircases are often seen as a sleek, modern alternative to traditional timber or metal staircases renovations. Their clean lines and ability to let light through can make any home feel brighter and more open. But safety is usually the first question on people’s minds. In this guide, we explore how safe and durable glass […]

How to paint stairs: A complete guide for a fresh look

Stairs are often the focal point of a home, and giving them a fresh coat of paint can completely transform your space. While not all staircases are suited to a simple paint job,  and older or heavily worn stairs may need a full staircase renovation – like those offered by Jarrods Staircases – in the […]

Are fitted wardrobes worth it? : Our guide to fitted bedrooms

When it comes to maximising space in your bedroom, while also creating a stylish look, fitted wardrobes can be the perfect solution. Here at Jarrod’s Staircases, we’re not just experts in beautiful staircases – we are also specialists in custom-made furniture that can transform your living spaces. However, whether you are working to a tight […]

What are the building regulations for stairs?

Here at Jarrods Staircases, we know that a staircase is more than just a practical feature in your home. It’s a central design element – and sometimes even a focal point – that connects your living spaces and makes a lasting impression. But when it comes to designing and installing a staircase, it’s not all […]

Mrs Clark’s Customer Story

Who lives here? Mrs Clark, lives at home with her cat… Staircase style: This stunning floating staircase pushed all of the design engineering boundaries at Jarrods and was a step forward in what we believed was possible. The staircase is a cantilevered structure that’s secured to a wall that isn’t structural. We have defied Gravity […]

Jones Customer Story

Who Lives Here? Ms Jones, lives at home with her two beautiful German Shepards who adore their home as much as her.  Staircase Style: This bold and brave floating staircase stands tall within a previously un-maximised staircase well that was dark and heavy in a naturally light home. The Oak Kubos treads warms the space […]

More than a store

There was a time when that space under your staircase had two purposes, either it was left open and used as a dumping ground for coats, shoes, the dogs lead and whatever else you threw off yourself when you came through the front door. Or, It was fitted with shelves or a cupboard door and […]

And the winner is…

Back in December 2019 we hosted our first company AGM. We pulled all the teams together from across the UK and spent the day reflecting on 2019 and planning our 2020, which is set to be our biggest year yet! We couldn’t mark another year in business without acknowledging our amazing staff so the ‘Jarrods […]

From staircase to festive stair-space!

As Autumn crept in, we posted about cosy under stair nooks that had us reaching for our favourite book and a mug of something warm to cosy up with.  Our Junior Technical Designer Hannah had not only drawn up brilliant sketches but talked us through the processes involved in generating the photorealistic images that we […]

Cosy Under Stair Nooks

As the nights start to draw in, and we think about bedding down for Autumn, our minds turn to cosying up, or ‘cwtching’ as the Welsh say. So grab your favourite hot drink, the new book you’ve been waiting to start and tuck into our latest blog. Our Junior Technical Designer Hannah Foat shares her […]

Customer Review – Mr & Mrs Nell

Those of you who follow our Facebook page will know that every Tuesday, we publish a customer testimonial – but this one’s a little different. We loved Mr & Mrs Nell’s review so much, that we wanted to share it with you here, along with some photos of their new staircase. “We never write reviews! But this is […]

Everyday’s a school day!

This week we’re celebrating ‘National Learning at work week’ and the 2019 theme ‘Shaping the future’, fits in perfectly with our company ethos to always be learning! From the workshop apprentices to the Directors, everyone at Jarrods has a story to tell about learning at work. Our Technical and Junior Technical designers Tony and Hannah […]

Made in Wales

As a National company, we branch out across the UK with designers, team member and fitters dotted up and down the country, but what you might not know is that our headquarters are rooted in Cardiff, in the heart of South Wales. The Jarrods Story The companies namesake Jarrod Matthews, is one of the few […]

Meet the Jarrods family – Hannah Foat

The Jarrods Family is expanding! We’ve always been proud of the fact that we’re like one big family here, and over the past year or so we’ve been introducing all our lovely members. This week its the turn of our new Junior Technical Designer Hannah. Name? Hannah (Jayne) Foat Job Title? Junior Technical Designer How long […]

Deck the Halls

Correct us if we’re wrong, but don’t the lyrics say to deck the halls with boughs of holly not the kitchen or living room? This year, we are taking the lyrics of our favourite carol literally and doing just that, using the staircase as the centrepiece of our festive decorations. Is your staircase the first thing you […]

Big ideas for small spaces

Big ideas for small spaces When the number of people or pets or possessions in your home increases, it would be nice to just be able to up and move to somewhere bigger. If this isn’t an option – and thanks to soaring house prices, for many of us it isn’t – then rethinking the […]

Testimonial Tuesdays

Those of you who follow our Facebook page will know that every Tuesday, we publish a customer testimonial – but this one’s a little different. We loved Paul Grimson’s review so much, that we wanted to share it with you here, along with some photos of his new staircase.

Do you love unique?

The beauty of Unique A case of Chateau Lafite-Rothschild 2010 is a wine lover’s dream, and one of the many things that make this vintage so collectable and covetable (and expensive) is the fact that even though the wines share the same vintage, each bottle will have its own unique flavour. Like wood, wine is […]

Steel yourself

Trend Spotting Metallic accents throughout the home are a key trend this season in the world of interiors. From copper and rose gold to industrial grey and sleek, glossy silver, different hues and textures can be used alone or together, depending on your style. You don’t even have to go for ‘traditional’ metallic colours, either. […]

Steel the Show

It’s not just about practicality. We believe you should also derive pleasure from your new staircase, too. Here at Jarrods, we love nothing better than utilising our design flare by experimenting with form, function and materials, from wood, coloured resin and glass to beautifully worked, tactile hand-finished metal. This month we’ll be focusing on metal […]

The Vallencey Customer Story

In our latest customer story, we take a look at the absolutely stunning oak and glass staircase renovation that we created for Mr and Mrs Vallencey, featuring incredible bespoke walkways to match. This glass and oak renovation may be one of our most jaw-dropping projects, and we’re so proud of all the team for the work that has been […]

Top of the Glass

There’s nothing we love more than a good transformation, and our latest renovation project is one of our favourites to date. This extraordinary made-to-measure project was a labour of love on everyone’s part, and incredibly, took only 48 hours to put together. The Renovation The old ranch style staircase (named for it’s similarities to a […]

Glass Act

Sculpture or staircase? We think you should always have both. Gone are the days when staircases were a purely functional piece of furniture; a no-frills means of getting from A to B. These days, thanks to latest design innovation, creativity and superior materials, the possibilities are pretty much infinite. A glass staircase is a dramatic […]

How your staircase came to be

We’re as discerning about the wood we choose as we are about the finer points of staircase design. ‘Every staircase we craft is designed to last a lifetime,’ says Jarrod Matthews, for whom the company is named. ‘We travel the world sourcing ethically sourced timber that’s as strong as it is beautiful,’ he says. So […]

The wonder of wood

Our made-to-measure wood staircases are crafted using solid, premium grade hardwood, each piece hand selected by our carpenters for its stability and innate beauty. Jarrod Matthews, for whom the company is named, is a fellow of the Institute of Carpenters – an honour bestowed on very few. So when you commission a staircase designed and […]

Shining a spotlight on our colour of the season – Yellow

From bunches of fresh daffodils to vivid interiors and pops of spring. We’re shining a spotlight on our shade of the season, in all its vivid tones and hues. Our lust for all things lemony extends from our Instagram page which you can follow here – Jarrods Staircases Instagram to our latest Pinterest board where we […]

Let there be light – Our Latest Bespoke Staircase.  

We’ve seen some amazing transformations in our time, but our recent customer story may be one of our most spectacular. When our clients contacted us about transforming their staircases, it was clear their vision was to bring more light into their home via a show stopping glass staircase. It’s rare that a project uses glass, […]

The Future is Female

‘There is no limit to what we, as women can accomplish’ – Michelle Obama According to the Huffington Post, only 6 per cent of skilled traders in the UK are female, making Nicole a minority in a male dominated industry. We sat down with Nicole, Jarrods first female joiner who has just joined the team, […]

A staircase design to brighten up any #BlueMonday

Today (January 15th, 2018) is #BlueMonday. It’s the date that, based on factors like the weather, debt and generally low levels of motivation, has been deemed the most depressing day of the year. Originally it was a PR invention but now it’s seen as something of an annual event. Complete with its own hashtag! Since […]

Houzz rules

When you’re redecorating your home or looking for DIY inspiration, Pinterest becomes your best friend. However, there’s another great tool for those of you looking to revamp your interiors – Houzz. When we’re working on a staircase renovation project, part of the Jarrods’ approach is to really get to know our customers so we can […]

The Jarrods Staircase Aftercare Kit: A design for life

At Jarrods, when it comes to staircase renovations, we pride ourselves on our customer service. In fact, customer satisfaction lies at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we created our finely-tuned Jarrods Approach, to ensure that every customer receives the best possible service. With this in mind, we’re proud to present the Jarrods staircase […]

Helical Kubos; The Jarrods staircase with a twist

When it comes to designing new staircases for our customers, the team at Jarrods like to stretch their creative legs. A perfect example is a helical staircase design that puts an interesting twist (pun intended) on our “floating box” Kubos range. It’s proved a popular range, you can see an example in our Baker family customer […]

A new chapter in the Jarrods Story

The last few years at Jarrods have gone by in a whirl of staircase renovations, customer stories and amazing bespoke designs across the UK. Far from slowing down, we’re expecting 2017 to be even busier! So we thought it was about time that we gave an update on the latest chapter of the Jarrods story. […]

The Penfold’s customer story

It’s time for another customer story, where we take a look at just one of the many staircase refurbishments that we have recently worked on. Here’s Mr and Mrs Penfold’s  story: Having built their own home back in 1998, their house was hugely sentimental to them. “We found the plot of land and fell in love with the views,” […]

Mood board inspiration: spring trends

When we’re not busy working on the latest staircase renovation project, it’s important for us to keep up-to-date with any new trends within the industry. We also need to finding our own inspiration so that we can remain at the forefront of any innovations. Fortunately, inspiration isn’t hard to come by in the world of […]

The perfect combination: oak and glass staircases

Recently, we’ve been inundated with questions about oak and glass staircases when completing staircase renovations. Probably because the combination of oak and glass creates a modern, stylish and elegant ambience in your hallway. It’s easy for us to see why it continues to be a popular option amongst our customers. When used correctly, glass can […]

Stunning Staircases: The Bronze Age

At Jarrods, we’re always inspired by our surroundings and we love seeing what people are doing to push the boundaries in the design world, particularly in the realm of staircase renovations. When we saw this copper wonder from Copenhagen, we were more than just a little impressed! One of Denmark’s top science centres, the ‘experimentarium’, […]

Kudos to Kubos

We’re no strangers to innovation here at Jarrods. We believe that all new staircases should be a work of art that creates a real wow factor as soon as visitors walk through the door. We’ve previously written about defying gravity with a cantilevered staircase but unfortunately, not all properties can support such a structure. Fortunately, […]

A Harrods hamper from Jarrods

As the Christmas celebrations are well and truly over, it’s no surprise that the January blues have started to set in. Fortunately for you, we’ve still got one more belated Christmas gift to give out so you can hold onto that festive magic for a little while longer! Over Christmas we gave you the opportunity […]

To Infinity and Beyond

When it comes to designing a new staircase, we believe that the only limit is your imagination, and our Infinity range proves that. For those who don’t know, the Infinity staircase range replaces traditional spindles with glass panels to create an alternative, inspiring impression. We’re proud to be the only staircase company in the UK […]

Seasonally Stunning Staircases

In between designing new staircases for our customers, we’re in a festive mood at Jarrods HQ. The decorations are up (including on the staircase, of course) the mince pies are on the table and the Christmas classics are playing… or at least until we get fed up of them. In our new brochure, we waxed […]

When is a hallway more than a hallway?

More often that not, the humble hallway is the first room of the house that visitors see. Yet so many people overlook the potential that a hallway has to create a striking first impression. Whether you’re fortunate enough to have a grand hallway with endless amounts of space or something a little narrower, you have plenty of […]

A bespoke brochure

Since the launch of our new website, we’ve received plenty of great feedback about the new design. As it proved to be such a success, we thought it was time to put together a brand new Jarrods brochure that matched the look and feel of the website. With 74-glossy pages showcasing some of our favourite projects, […]

The Jones’ Customer Story

In our latest customer story, we take a look at the minimalistic glass staircase that we created for Jill and Wayne Jones. Here’s their story: Mr. and Mrs. Jones wanted a modern staircase that would complement the minimalistic interior of their home. After considering the modern design and decor of their home, we decided to use glass […]

The timeline of a staircase

A new staircase can change the feel of the entire room and it can transform a hallway. Yet, when your staircase is located in your lounge, it becomes more important than ever to create the perfect look. The lounge is the central point of family life; it’s where we relax after a hard day’s work […]

A touching testimonial

At Jarrods, we’re always incredibly grateful for any customer testimonial that we receive. We love hearing how our bespoke staircases have transformed people’s homes. In fact, if you read our blog regularly, you’ll know that we often share our customer stories. However, we were truly blown away by the lovely and in-depth customer testimonial that […]

48 Hour Staircase Installation

From the first meeting until final sign-off, we’ve already looked at the Jarrods’ approach in detail. But what actually happens on the day of your staircase installation? What can you expect in terms of timescales? How does the process unfold? We pride ourselves on a 48 hour staircase installation for the majority of our staircases. […]

Our new clear-cut spindles

At Jarrods, we’re always looking to try new things to push the boundaries of staircase design. With this in mind, we’re delighted to have been working with some new materials recently; our clear-cut spindles. A clear-cut above the rest Like the glass panels we sometimes use in staircase renovations, our new clear-cut spindles create a light and […]

Through the looking glass: how to care for a glass staircase

When considering a staircase renovation, it can be difficult to make a decision thanks to the endless options available. However, if you want to make a statement in your home, glass staircases are a sure way to impress. Versatile, modern and striking, a glass staircase creates a timeless focal point to any home. Yet, many people […]