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This client had a 3-story stair tower in a semi-completed home with no stairs. Our job was to create and install, not one, but two magnification double helical staircases within the tower!

There were many challenges that we encountered with this project: changes in design, budgetary issues, lengthy wait times, etc. But the largest issue we encountered was the installation!

When it came to installing this massive stair, we were unable to remove the roof due to the solar panels above. Our choices to install were either to build the stairs in place or take them through 3 sets of 6-foot-wide doors. The stairs were 8’ 6” dia. from inside and outside rails. So, we did a ton of research, brainstorming, and calculations to determine that with careful maneuvering, we could corkscrew each individual flight of the 3 stairs through the 3 sets of doors. We designed special dolly systems with a rotisserie pivot point. All the stair flights were built at the shop, blasted, and coated before being transported to the site, worked into position, and installed.

The word “challenge” does not suffice for this project, but we managed to exceed the client’s expectations!

Looking to replace your spiral stair with a beautiful, spacious helical staircase? Reach out to us!

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We love our front porch railings! They certainly add a lot of beauty to our home and they fit the period of our home. When elderly guests come to visit, it’s always good that they have something strong to hold onto, and they fit perfectly what we were looking for. Thanks to everyone on your team for their artistic work. We are very happy with our final products!

Indiana Cleint

Compass delivered absolutely amazing, high quality product. They are true masters.  I am also pleased with their timely communication and guidance, as we worked through the design and transaction process. 

I would definitely recommend them and work with them again.

Wisconsin Client

What an excellent experience we had with Compass Ironworks!! We have spent four years restoring and remodeling a Pre-Civil War home in North Alabama. We have learned a lot through the process and made more than a few mistakes. But choosing Compass Ironworks was not one of those. From the very first interaction, Amos and his team have been a pleasure to work with. Old homes are quirky! No right angles. No two measurements are precisely the same. So using a company in Pennsylvania was a risk. And we are SO GLAD we took that risk! Absolutely flawless!! The designs, the collaboration, the execution, the QUALITY, the timeline and the finished product were all first class!!! We will absolutely choose Compass again for our next project and recommend them to anyone who asks.

Alabama Designer

The railing is installed and is beautiful … a work of art, to be sure!

My expectations were high and certainly met. I was able to visit the shop and see the railing in progress. It was a thrill to see it then, and very exciting when it arrived at my home.

I have already recommended you to others!

Massachusetts Client
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