A staircase is the centrepiece of any home. RPG Carpentry & Joinery designs, builds and restores bespoke timber staircases across Devon and Cornwall — from clean contemporary oak flights in new builds to faithful renovations in granite cottages and listed period properties.
We handle the complete staircase — not just the bits you see. Every project covers the structural strings and carriage, the treads and risers, newel posts, spindles, balustrades and handrails, plus any under-stair joinery such as storage cupboards or drawers. We survey, measure, fabricate and install, and we make good around the stairwell so the finished result drops seamlessly into your home.
Our work falls into three main types: brand-new staircase construction for extensions and new builds; full replacements where a tired or unsafe stair is removed and rebuilt; and sympathetic renovation, where we re-tread, re-spindle or re-handrail an existing staircase to bring it back to life without losing the character of an older property.
Straight, quarter-turn, half-turn and winder staircases built to your floor-to-floor measurements for new builds, loft conversions and extensions across Devon and Cornwall.
New oak treads over tired softwood, replacement spindles, re-finished handrails and creak repairs — restoring period staircases in cottages and townhouses without replacing the lot.
Turned timber spindles, square contemporary balusters, glass panels and oak handrails. We mix materials to suit the property, from traditional to minimalist open-plan designs.
Solid oak or hardwood treads, open or closed risers, and cladding kits that transform an existing concrete or pine staircase into a statement feature.
Devon and Cornwall are full of homes that were never built square. Cob and granite cottages, Victorian terraces in Plymouth and Exeter, and converted barns all present out-of-level floors and non-standard openings. A staircase ordered from a catalogue rarely fits these properties — which is exactly why bespoke work matters here.
We begin with an accurate site survey, taking the true floor-to-floor rise and the stairwell opening so the geometry is right before any timber is cut. Components are then fabricated, dry-fitted and finished, and the installation is planned to minimise disruption to your home. In listed and conservation-area properties we take extra care to match existing profiles and reuse original features wherever they can be saved.
Oak is our most-requested timber for its durability and warm grain, equally at home in a modern Truro new build or a Tavistock farmhouse. Softwood is the economical choice for painted staircases, while ash and walnut suit feature stairs where a particular grain or tone is wanted. Balustrades can be all-timber, timber with glass infill, or timber with slim metal balusters for a lighter, contemporary look.
Every new and altered staircase we build is designed to meet current UK Building Regulations (Part K), covering rise and going, pitch, headroom, handrail height and the 100mm sphere gap rule for balustrades. This is particularly important in coastal and rural homes where headroom and tight openings can be a challenge — getting it compliant first time avoids problems at sale or survey.
As a guide, here is what staircase work typically costs across Devon and Cornwall in 2026, including materials and installation. Every property is different, so we always provide a fixed written quote after a site visit.
| Staircase Work | Price Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Straight-flight softwood stair | £2,000 – £3,500 | Ideal for painted finish |
| Stair renovation (re-tread & spindles) | £2,500 – £4,500 | Reuses existing carriage |
| Oak staircase with turn | £4,500 – £6,500 | Quarter or half landing |
| Feature oak & glass staircase | £6,000 – £8,000+ | Open treads, glass balustrade |
A decade of staircase work across Devon and Cornwall, from compact terrace stairs to grand oak features in barn conversions.
Every stair is engineered to Part K from the outset, so it passes survey and keeps your household safe.
We respect the character of older Cornish and Devon homes, matching profiles and saving original features where we can.
A bespoke staircase typically costs between £2,000 and £8,000. A straight-flight softwood stair starts around £2,000, while an oak staircase with turned spindles, a quarter or half landing, and a glass or oak balustrade usually falls between £5,000 and £8,000. Renovating an existing stair with new oak treads and a fresh handrail is often a more affordable middle ground.
Most staircases take two to four weeks from survey to completed installation. The bulk of that time is fabrication of the strings, treads and balustrade off site. The on-site installation itself usually takes one to three days, and a stair renovation that reuses the existing carriage can often be completed in a single day.
Oak is the most popular hardwood for staircases because it is hard-wearing, takes a beautiful finish and suits both period and contemporary homes. Softwood (redwood pine) is more economical and ideal where the stair will be painted. Ash and walnut are also used for feature stairs. We help you choose the right species for your budget, the level of traffic, and the style of your property.
Yes. We design, build and renovate staircases throughout Devon and Cornwall, including Plymouth, Exeter, Torquay, Barnstaple, Truro and Tavistock, along with the surrounding villages and rural properties. We are happy to travel to remote and listed properties where careful stair work is required.
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