Stairwells do so much more than get us from one level to another. They present a chance to display incredible design elements right in our homes. By adding the perfect cladding, you can inject unique character and protect your walls from daily wear and tear.

1. Built-In Shelving

Built-in shelving adds style and practicality.
Built-in shelving adds style and practicality.

Combining panels with built-in shelving can add both style and practicality. I designed panelled shelving for a client to display books and decor, making excellent use of the space.

Consider these options:

  • Adaptable Shelving Sections: Enhance your room with versatile shelving sections ideal for displaying books and collectibles.
  • LED Ribbon Lights: Highlight your shelf displays using dimmable LED ribbon lights to create a warm atmosphere.
  • Ornamental Storage Crates: Organise with style using ornamental storage crates that fit seamlessly into shelving sections.

2. Art Deco Inspiration

Art Deco panels add vintage glamour and style.
Art Deco panels add vintage glamour and style.

Art Deco-inspired panels can add a touch of vintage glamour to your stairs. I once used intricate Art Deco patterns, and the result was both opulent and timeless.

Useful items to consider:

  • Art Deco Wall Stencils: Change your staircase using elegant Art Deco patterns using stylish wall stencils. Easy and stunning!
  • Art Deco Wallpaper: Add vintage refinement using easy-to-apply Art Deco wallpaper, perfect for a cultured look.
  • Ornamental Art Deco Panels: Enhance your stairs using ornamental panels featuring timeless Art Deco designs for a chic upgrade.

3. Inconspicuous Under Stairs

Panelled under-stair storage is both stylish and practical.
Panelled under-stair storage is both stylish and practical.

The area under your stairs can be upgraded with panels for added style and storage. I love creating hidden storage solutions with panelled doors that fit perfectly into the design.

These products might help:

  • Covert Hinge Build: Upgrade your storage using covert hinges for a seamless and modern under-stairs look.
  • Custom Shelving Builds: Enhance your under-stairs space using adjustable shelving for stylish and practical storage solutions.
  • LED Cabinet Lights: Illuminate your under-stairs area elegantly using energy-efficient LED lights for added atmosphere.

4. Contemporary Simplified Lines

Streamlined and uncomplicated panels create a modern appearance.
Streamlined and uncomplicated panels create a modern appearance.

For those who love keeping things simple, uncomplicated panels with defined lines can make your stairs feel fresh and modern. I recall fitting sleek white panels once, which gave a light, open feeling to a cramped corridor.

Maybe worth checking out:

  • Bright Wall Cladding Set: Upgrade your staircase with simple-to-fit bright panels, adding a touch of modern elegance effortlessly.
  • Simple Outlined Wall Cladding: Enhance your décor with smooth outlined cladding, producing a light, cultured corridor feel.
  • Contemporary Stair Supports: Update your staircase with contemporary supports, offering a fresh, open, and appealing entrance look.

5. Metal Touches

Metal touches provide a touch of luxury and elegance.
Metal touches provide a touch of luxury and elegance.

Adding metal touches to your panelling can create a luxurious feel. In one design, I used metal inlays within dark panels, and it added a sleek, elegant touch.

Might be a good match:

  • Metal Inlay Strips: Add elegance using metal inlay strips that add a sleek touch to dark panels.
  • Ornamental Metal Panel Sheets: Upgrade your staircase using stunning ornamental metal sheets for a luxurious look.
  • Metal Edging Detail: Add refinement using metal edging detail, perfect for enhancing panel details.

6. Textile Panel Additions

Textile inserts add warmth and texture.
Textile inserts add warmth and texture.

Adding textile additions to your panelling can add texture and warmth. I used fabric-covered panels in a cosy home, and it brought a unique, tactile dimension to the stairs.

Give these a look:

  • Ornamental Upholstery Fabric: Enhance your stairs using luxurious, durable fabric to create a warm and inviting feel.
  • Self-Stick Fabric Panels: Easily apply layered fabric panels to brighten up your room with minimal effort.
  • Heat-Activated Fabric Adhesive: Secure your textile additions using this reliable adhesive for long-lasting stair change.

7. Zen-Inspired Simplicity

Bamboo panels offer simple, Zen-like peace.
Bamboo panels offer simple, Zen-like peace.

For a calm, Zen-like atmosphere, opt for simple, unadorned panels. I once created a minimalist design with bamboo panels, and the peace it brought was unmatched.

A few suggestions:

  • Bamboo Wall Panels: Enhance peace using natural bamboo panels; ideal for creating a serene, minimalist atmosphere.
  • Bamboo Hand Support: Complement your stairway using a sleek bamboo hand support; add style and comfort effortlessly.
  • LED Stair Lights: Light up your stairs using soft LED lights; enhance both safety and visual appeal.

8. Refined Half-Height

Half-height lower wall cladding offers sophistication and protection.
Half-height lower wall cladding offers sophistication and protection.

Half-height lower wall cladding can bring a hint of traditional refinement while protecting your walls. I appreciate how this approach brings together sophistication with function.

May just do the trick:

  • Decorative Wall Lower Cladding: Easily bring sophistication and protect walls using these traditional lower wall cladding panels. Elevate your space.
  • Timber Edging Section: Produce a traditional look using easy-to-fit timber edging for your staircase.
  • Wall Cladding Fitting Set: Set up your half-height lower wall cladding easily using this full wall cladding set.

9. Illumination Highlights

Feature lights enhance the beauty of stair panelling.
Feature lights enhance the beauty of stair panelling.

Adding feature lights along with your panelling can make a sensational effect. I once fitted subtle lighting strips along the panels, and the result was a captivating glow that showed the way.

A few helpful options:

  • LED Ribbon Lights: Light up stair edges using LED ribbon lights for a guided and stylish climb.
  • Wall Fitted Lamps: Include elegant wall lamps to enhance the ambient refinement of your stairway.
  • Step Illumination Sets: Fit step lighting for a safe and stylish stairway experience in your home.

10. Rustic Appeal using Salvaged Timber

Salvaged timber panels add unique rustic appeal.
Salvaged timber panels add unique rustic appeal.

Salvaged timber panels can bring a touch of rustic appeal to your stairs. I once used old barn timber for a job, and it added a wonderfully unique character to the space.

You might give these a try:

  • Salvaged Timber Planks: Upgrade your room using rustic salvaged timber planks to create a warm, inviting stairway feel.
  • Timber Cladding Paste: Ensure long-lasting panel fitting using strong, reliable timber cladding paste for your stair makeover.
  • Timber Finish Seal: Protect your salvaged timber panels using a quality seal to increase durability and shine.

11. Layered Wall Panels

Layered panels change plain walls into a design feature.
Layered panels change plain walls into a design feature.

Layered panels can provide visual interest and depth. I played around with layered wall panels in a client’s stairwell, and it changed a once-plain area into a stunning part of the home.

Possibly helpful picks:

  • Ornamental Wall Panels: Upgrade your stairwell using elegant panels, effortlessly including depth and visual interest.
  • Layered Timber Panels: Enhance your room with natural timber panels, bringing warmth and a rustic appeal to your home.
  • Designed Acoustic Panels: Mix style and practicality with acoustic panels, reducing noise while adding a stylish touch.

12. Timeless Wood Panache

Traditional timber panelling introduces lasting sophistication to any staircase.
Traditional timber panelling introduces lasting sophistication to any staircase.

There is an enduring appeal to wood panelling on a staircase. I remember when I first used beautiful oak panels in a client’s house, the sheer warmth and refinement that it brought was genuinely amazing.

These products might be useful:

  • Heritage Timber Wall Cladding: Upgrade your stairway with rich heritage timber cladding for a timeless and stylish impression.
  • Timber Cladding Systems: These timber cladding systems are easy to set up, enabling a top-notch, traditional staircase redesign.
  • Ornate Timber Detail: Elevate your staircase by using ornate detailing to create a sense of added grandeur and class.

13. Soft Pastel Tones

Pastel panels bring a soft, calming atmosphere.
Pastel panels bring a soft, calming atmosphere.

Soft pastel panels can create a calming effect, perfect for a serene home. I opted for gentle pastel shades in one job, and it beautifully lightened the entire area.

Check if these fit your needs:

  • Pastel Wall Panels: Enhance your home’s peace using easy-to-fit pastel wall panels. A tranquil touch awaits!
  • Pastel Finish Set: Change your stairs using pastel finish. Enjoy a calming and revitalising atmosphere instantly.
  • Self-Stick Pastel Wallpaper: Effortlessly add a soft pastel appeal to your staircase using this stylish self-stick wallpaper.

14. Natural Stone Effect

Natural stone panels bring luxury and elegance.
Natural stone panels bring luxury and elegance.

Using natural stone elements in your panelling can create a luxurious look. I integrated stone with timber panels, and it added a sophisticated, earthy elegance.

Try these:

  • Natural Stone Wall Panels: Add elegance using natural stone wall panels, adding luxury and earthy sophistication to your stairs.
  • Stone Style Panels: Change your stairway using stone style panels, bringing a touch of refined class effortlessly.
  • Marble Effect Stair Riser: Upgrade stair looks using marble effect risers, merging style with durable function easily.

15. Clashing Colours

Clashing colours make your staircase the centre of attention.
Clashing colours make your staircase the centre of attention.

There’s absolutely nothing like a daring colour contrast to make your staircase pop. I combined deep blue panels with light walls in a recent job, creating a sensational, striking result.

Products that could assist:

  • Profound Wall Cladding: Elevate your staircase with striking profound cladding to create a daring contrast.
  • Pale Wall Finish: Brighten your room and enhance contrast using complementing pale wall finish.
  • Wall Mounted Lamps: Include elegant wall mounted lamps to perfectly highlight your contrasting staircase design.

16. Blend of Natural Plants

Plants and timber panels create a revitalizing atmosphere.
Plants and timber panels create a revitalizing atmosphere.

Blending plants with stair panelling can breathe life into the area. I placed potted plants along a stairway with natural timber panels, creating a revitalizing and vibrant look.

A few choices to try:

  • Indoor Plant Display Set: Enhance your stairs using a lush potted plant set for a revitalizing natural feel.
  • Timber Plank Wall Cladding: Upgrade stairways using elegant timber plank wall cladding to bring a warm, natural touch.
  • Hanging Plant Baskets: Adorn your stairway using hanging planters to easily create a floating green paradise.
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Author Emily Rhodes

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