Heartfelt best wishes

July 26, 2022July 19, 2017 by Eddie Ping

Recent weeks have had up and downs and been filled with mixed emotions. In a week which has seen so much celebration for us, there has also been bad news. One of our main competitors has entered liquidation leaving people out of work and customers disappointed. Our industry is very specialised and as such we all …

The National Family Business Awards: We are the best small business in the North West!

July 26, 2022July 17, 2017 by Eddie Ping

We are delighted to announce that Abbott-Wade have been declared the North West’s Best Small Business at the National Family Business Awards and one of the country’s leading family businesses.

Real Staircase Photography in Real Homes

July 26, 2022July 14, 2017 by Eddie Ping

Real Staircases in Real Homes

It’s interesting to consider as you browse our website that the images we use are of Abbott-Wade staircases in real homes up and down the country. Some are taken by a photographer after the installation but many are taken by our fitting teams after the installations are complete and also by our customers who are are keen to showcase their beautiful new staircases.

It is also interesting to note that you will not see the same staircase duplicated in a different colour or design because unlike other staircase companies because we do not use photographic sets or rendered images.

5 ways a bespoke staircase can increase the value of your home.

July 26, 2022July 7, 2017 by Eddie Ping

It is not so much that a staircase increases the value of a property in direct correlation to what the staircase cost, but it increases the desirability of the overall home, which in turn benefits the sale price. In this blog you will learn why and how a staircase can influence potential buyers of your home, giving you more to think about when implementing a bespoke staircase of your own.

Staircases in Culture: Art

August 24, 2022July 1, 2017 by Eddie Ping

The next stage in our Staircases in Culture series focuses on staircases in art. Artists though the ages have had a rich history of including staircases as you may imagine. This article will focus on some of our favourite pieces including artworks of cultural significance.

M. C. Escher

The creations of Maurits Cornelis Escher (17 June 1898 – 27 March 1972) are still widely enjoyed and never fail to fascinate and enthral. Despite having created a great number of lithographs, engravings, drawings and sketches, it is perhaps his experimentations with architecture, perspective and impossible spaces for which many of remember him. Learn more here.

Innovation & Excellence Awards 2018

September 14, 2022June 21, 2017 by Eddie Ping

We’ve been pioneering staircase renovations and new flights for over 20 years. Many of the techniques and practices which are now considered the industry standard were developed by company directors Craig Abbott & Mike Wade. Far from resting on our laurels, Abbott-Wade have continued to innovate and raise standards which drives progress throughout the industry as competitors try to keep pace. No mean feat when you compare us with some of the much larger businesses out there.

Our achievements have now been recognised by the Corporate Livewire Innovation & Excellence Awards and our family business have been shortlisted for the 2018 awards.

It is understandably a very proud achievement for us. As a small business we always worked hard to create a company we can be proud, conduct ourselves in a professional manner and put the customer first. Since 1996 we have innovated, invested in our future and lead the industry trends as tastes for styles and materials have changed.

Staircase Stories: Mr & Mrs Thorpe, Lytham St. Annes

July 26, 2022June 14, 2017 by Eddie Ping

In the beautiful Lancashire town of Lytham St Annes, Mr & Mrs Thorpe knew it was time to time to breathe new life into his staircase. After meeting with Janet from Abbott-Wade’s design team, the decision was made to use oak stop chamfered spindles and newel posts with a stylish volute at the base of the handrail to create the focal point to transform their home.

“Our hallway, stairs and landing are now being decorated and carpet refitted and when these jobs are complete, Pat and I believe it will look stunning. Please pass on our thanks to your two employees who installed our new staircase, not only were they were highly skilled craftsmen they were also great ambassadors for your company. Thanks once more.”