And just like that, we’re into 2022! We’re starting the year stronger than ever, with many exciting projects ahead of us. But before we get into the swing of things, let’s look back at some of our favourite projects from 2021… JLA’s Top 5 Projects…
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After a year where many of us have spent a lot more time in our homes than we ever have done before, we’ve been left with a mind full of ideas as to how we can breathe a new lease of life into our homes…
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With redecorating your home a big change that can help transform it is changing the staircase. With two ways to change it, either replacing it or renovating it there are options that can fit your home and budget. Renovating will be dependant on the number…
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Interiors of home are always sceptical to personal style and what may be trending at that time. When choosing furniture or projects to work on within your home it’s always great to have them fit that. Another important aspect to keep in mind? That if…
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There’s a great trick that interior designers use, this being the use of glass. Why? Because glass can bring that natural element in the home or interior, reflecting and bringing in a lot of light while making the surrounding space seem more comfortable. Recently, the…
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Here at JLA we create beautiful joinery in West Sussex, meeting all your joinery wants and needs from staircases to home furniture to kitchens and beautiful bespoke pieces. You can see a range of our different items and pieces throughout our website under services or…
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Staircases can be a great aspect to your home and enhance it effectively when designed and placed well, they are the transport to your second floor so should be a great centrepiece. You can actually create stairs that will reach your goals, whether your home…
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Cantilever structures have been used in building design for years – most notably for bridges, balconies and roofs. To the untrained eye, it’s a technique you may well have seen in operation, without actually realising what it was! The basic idea of cantilever is that it…
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Get creative with wood The beauty of the wooden staircase is that it can be crafted into just about anything you want it to be. Since there are so many different finishes you can choose, why not let your imagination run wild! In fact, with…
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Is it possible to improve your current staircase, which is looking worse for wear, instead of ripping it out and starting again? Yes, absolutely! Replacing the whole apparatus in its entirety can be an expensive exercise – and could be completely over the top if…
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Unless you live in a single storey property, then stairs are going to be a necessity! But if your home is on the smaller side, then a standard staircase may be an unwelcome appendage. So if you are cramped for space, how do you overcome…
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It’s a conundrum that faces so many households throughout West Sussex. How can you make the most of that space under the stairs? Some see it as a wasted area, serving no real purpose – especially if it’s quite a tight or awkwardly shaped opening…
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It’s an important consideration – should it be carpet or wood that adorns your stairs? Whilst much may depend on personal preference and the style of your home, there are sound arguments for both options. But if you are currently weighing up the pros and…
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Are you seeking ideas and inspiration to transform your hallway and landing? Have you grown tired of that rather staid looking staircase? Whether you are starting with a blank canvas, or the intention is to revitalise the existing area beyond a cosmetic repaint, then we…
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When it comes to types of spindles for stairs, there’s such a variety of choice to select from! Of course, so much will depend on the type of property in which they are to be installed. Is it a period home or a modern property?…
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Positioned at the focal point of the home, there is no hiding place for a staircase, which is why it is an area of the property so deserving of attention. Introduce a beautifully hand-crafted staircase and you’ll be rewarded time and again – with a…
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“Lighting makes up 10% of the average household’s electricity bill” – The Greenage Making the most of the natural light we have in our home makes it a nicer place to live, reduces our energy costs and helps the environment. Here are 5 of our…
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If you’re fortunate enough to have a beautiful oak staircase in your home, you’ll already know just how eye-catching it can be. The subtle colours and enigmatic grains afforded by natural oak are a joy to behold, but how do you maintain your staircase and…
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There are many ways to give a home a whole new look, but few can make such a dramatic statement as bespoke wooden staircases. There are many designs to choose from, as well as a great range of beautiful materials. Which you choose is up…
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Moving a staircase from one location in the house to another can be a major task, but the good news is that it’s one that can be completed, as long as you know what you’re doing. There are some important issues that you need to…
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Staircases are easily one of the most challenging and complex joinery tasks in any building, and are the centrepiece of many homes and businesses. A beautifully designed bespoke staircase can breathe new life into your home, but such a project can be highly complex. There…
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There are a number of excellent options to choose from when you’re having a new bespoke staircase installed, but for many home owners, particularly those of modern homes, the choice has to be glass. This extremely attractive and highly versatile material lends itself perfectly to…
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A hand crafted bespoke staircase adds an elegant touch to any home, and it has the capacity to draw the attention of anyone visiting. Whether you choose wood, glass, metal or a combination of all three, the finished product can stand out from the rest…
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One of the best ways to breathe new life into a home is via the installation of a bespoke wooden staircase. And we have been creating unforgettable examples of these for several decades. The days when a staircase was simply a functional means to an…
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Choosing the perfect staircase for your home For many homes, the staircase lies at the very heart. Far from simply connecting floors, a staircase is a feature piece that can set the decorative tone for the rest of your property, so careful consideration is needed…
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