Floating staircases—also known as cantilever staircases—create a clean, weightless look by hiding the structure and exposing only the elegant treads and balustrade.

Instead of a visible stringer, each tread is anchored into a wall or a concealed steel spine, delivering that signature “floating” effect for contemporary interiors.

This stringerless approach keeps sightlines open, maximises light and turns the stair itself into a minimalist feature.

At Staired, every floating staircase is engineered for comfort and safety from the outset.

We set rise and going for smooth climbing, align handrail heights and baluster spacing to Approved Document K, and verify substrate capacity and fixing details for the cantilevered treads.

All fabrication follows UKCA/EN 1090 with traceable materials and qualified welding, so performance matches the purity of the design.

Choose slim steel treads with timber caps for warmth, glass or steel balustrades to suit the scheme, and durable powder-coated finishes in your preferred RAL.

Design is collaborative: we survey the opening, landing height and headroom, then build a precise CAD model showing tread thickness, anchors and landing geometry.

Small tweaks—anti-slip nosings, closer baluster rhythm, or a framed glass landing—often make a noticeable difference to daily use.

The result is a staircase that looks effortless yet feels rigid and quiet underfoot.

Substructure matters with cantilever stairs.

We’ll assess wall build-up (steel, concrete or timber studs), specify plates or hidden spines where required, and coordinate with your contractor to ensure clean integration.

For retrofits we can introduce a concealed steel beam or boxed wall to deliver the needed stiffness without compromising the aesthetic.

Installation is planned for minimal disruption—protected routes, controlled lifts and neat fixing details—followed by final checks and a clear handover for care and maintenance.

If your project needs paperwork, we can supply calculations, certificates and weld maps to support sign-off.

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See recent builds in our portfolio, review standards on our Technical & Compliance page, or read the UK guidance in Approved Document K.

Share your dimensions and a photo of the wall build-up to receive tailored design options and a precise floating staircase quote.

Planning is straightforward: we confirm dimensions, structural assumptions and finishes early, so trades can frame openings, run services and prepare fixings without surprises.

Typical lead times run 4–6 weeks from sign-off, with installation scheduled to suit your programme. We protect routes, mitigate dust and coordinate lifts for tight access.

Lighting elevates a floating staircase: discreet LED step strips or wall-washers highlight the cantilevered treads and improve safety without visual clutter.

Acoustic pads and precise tolerances keep steps quiet. Edge nosings and micro-texture improve slip resistance, especially on routes that see wet shoes.

Every floating staircase includes clear care guidance and a workmanship warranty. If you ever remodel, we can adapt balustrades, refinish treads or extend landings to suit the new layout.