How to Choose the Perfect Modern Stair Carpet Rods
We are leading suppliers of beautifully-made stair accessories, including stair runners and stair runner rods in a range of cool, contemporary styles. Before you buy a modern stair carpet rod, you may want to take a few different factors into consideration, both practical and aesthetic.
In this short guide, we’ll take you through how a modern stair rod can benefit your home and show you the most popular picks from our very own fantastic range.
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What Are Modern Stair Carpet Rods?
Stair carpet runners are one of the most popular ways to decorate a staircase, and consist of a strip of carpet than runs up the centre of the staircase, with the exposed edges of the stair underneath providing a kind of frame. They offer practical benefits as well as their aesthetic appeal: better staircase safety with improved grip as well as comfort underfoot and a sense of luxury.
Stair carpets need to be secured somehow, and one of the best ways to do this is with a stair carpet rod, mostly referred to as a stair rod. The stair rod is secured, usually by brackets, in the corner where a step’s riser meets the next step’s tread.
Stair rods can be as bold or as subtle as you like. They can be the decorative focal point of your stair runner or serve a primarily practical purpose. For the modern home, you want a modern stair carpet secured by a modern stair carpet rod.
Best Materials for Modern Stair Runner Rods
Usually, stair rods are made of metal. Metal is durable and strong as well as versatile, with a range of finishes and colours available to choose from. Metal can add a sophisticated touch to a modern staircase and you can even match other stair accessories, like the spindles, to your runner for a really cohesive design look.
Chrome
Chrome is one of the most popular modern materials and is often synonymous with sleek, chic design. The reflective surface of polished chrome will bring an eye-catching gleam to your stair runner while the textured finish of brushed chrome brings an understated cool.
Nickel
Nickel is comparable to chrome with a similar sleekness and sheen but with an appealing blue hue that brings a sense of elegance.
Pewter
Pewter is a bluish-white with a crisp finish that suits a modern industrial look or stylish minimalism.
Black
Bold dashes of black provide a timeless look with the classic and versatile style that the colour brings.
Of course, more traditional materials like brass stair rods can add a beautiful touch to a modern stair runner if chosen properly. Learn more about choosing metal stair rods.
Our Favourite Modern Stair Rods From Our Range
We are specialists in stair accessories, boasting a range of beautifully-crafted stair rods. Here are our top picks of modern rods from our range:
Vision Runner Rods
The Vision collection has been carefully crafted to suit contemporary staircases and stair carpet designs. The finials feature modern designs that are beautifully decorated but understated. Choose from sphere, piston, arrow, and balladeer finials depending on your style.
Premier Stair Rods
Keep it simple with our impressive Premier collection, the epitome of quality and style. The clean, solid line perfectly complements a minimalistic theme. You can choose from 6 finial designs to add extra flair or go without for simplistic chic.
Homepride Stair Rods
Our Homepride range allows for a very appealing alternative to brass stair rods and are available in a number of modern material finish like satin nickel and polished chrome. These rods are available in side-fix style, meaning no finials, if you prefer simple sophistication.
Discover our Full Range of Stunning Stair Accessories
Whether you’re looking for modern designs or something to complement the traditional home, we have a premium range of stair accessories that provide the all-important finishing touches. We have a superb selection of stair rods, door thresholds and other carpet accessories to spruce up your interior design.
Many of our products are available in all 11 of our beautiful finish options, including antique bronze and even wood, so you can find the perfect accessory for your personal taste. Don’t forget, all orders over £75 come with free delivery.