Transform your stairs, without the rip-out.
We clad around your existing staircase — covering every stringer and apron, and fitting new newel posts, handrails and baserails in solid oak. You then choose your own spindle design, or a glass balustrade, to finish.
Real staircases. Real homes. No showroom mock-ups.
Every photo on this site is a job we've actually completed — measured, cut and fitted by us, in homes across Wales.
A completely new staircase, without the rebuild.
Cladding reimagines your home's existing staircase structure — treads, risers, spindles and handrail are covered or replaced in your chosen finish, without removing the staircase itself.
That means no structural work, no skip on the drive, and in most cases no building regulations approval needed — just a complete transformation in a matter of days.
Every material tells a different story
The right staircase design changes how an entire hallway feels — not just how the staircase looks.
Glass
Sleek glass balustrades don't just make your staircase feel bigger — they let light travel through the whole stairwell.
Explore glass claddingOak
Rich solid oak brings warmth and timeless character, with a grounded, welcoming feel to any hallway.
Explore oak claddingMetal
Striking black spindle detailing makes a bold, modern statement without ever feeling heavy.
Explore metal cladding
Glass Only
We replace the old spindle infill with new panels fitted with glass clamps, keeping your existing handrail and baserail in place. Usually a one-day turnaround, plus a second day to fit the glass once it's been templated.
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Oak Treads & Risers
Fit solid oak treads and risers straight over your existing staircase — no rip-out needed. Pairs with any of the cladding styles above.
Explore oak treads & risersFree home visit
We measure your existing staircase and talk through cladding, spindle and finish options.
Fixed quote
A clear, fixed price for the full cladding job — no surprises once work starts.
2–3 day fit
Most staircase cladding is completed in two to three days, with minimal mess.
Finish & handover
Oiled or lacquered to your preference, then a full clean-down before we leave.
Also doing your understairs while we're there?We build fitted storage to match your new cladding, in the same visit. See understairs storage
Based near Swansea, covering all of Wales
Hartwells is based in Pontarddulais — and we travel across Wales for the right project, from the Swansea Valley and Carmarthenshire out to Cardiff, Newport and beyond.
Craftsmanship you can see in the detail
We're a small, hands-on joinery team — every staircase is measured, cut and fitted by the same people, from first visit to final clean-down. No subcontractors, no guesswork.
Fitted around your existing staircase
No structural rebuild in most homes — we clad what's already there.
Fixed price, agreed upfront
Your quote is confirmed before any work starts — no surprises on the day.
Made in our own workshop
All our stair parts are made in-house, start to finish — ensuring the best possible quality on every job.
One team, start to finish
The people who design your staircase are the people who fit it.
Before you get in touch
A few things people usually want to know before booking a home visit.
How messy is a staircase cladding job?
Very little — we work with dust sheets throughout, clear away offcuts and packaging as we go, and leave the area clean at the end of each day. Most jobs create no more disruption than a typical DIY project.
Do I need planning permission or building regulations approval?
In most cases, no — cladding an existing staircase doesn't usually require building regulations sign-off, since the underlying structure isn't changing. New-build staircases sometimes do. We'll tell you upfront during your free home visit if your job needs anything extra.
How long does a typical job take?
Most staircase cladding jobs are completed in 2–3 days. New-build staircases and larger understairs storage projects can take longer — you'll get a clear timescale as part of your fixed quote.
Can I choose the finish or colour?
Yes. Oak can be oiled or lacquered, and we offer a range of metal spindle styles and glass options. We'll talk through the choices with you during your free home visit.
What areas do you cover?
We're based in Pontarddulais, near Swansea, and travel across Wales for the right project — including Carmarthenshire, Swansea, Cardiff, Newport and beyond.
What are the payment terms?
Payment terms are confirmed as part of your fixed quote before any work starts, so there are no surprises.
Reviews from recent projects
"Can't thank Dylan enough for my doors and stairs, fantastic work, reliable, reasonably priced, and all round really nice guy. Couldn't of been more happy with the jobs he's done for me, thank you Dylan and team."
David Fagan · Google review"Great price. Hartwells stairs and carpentry took on this very difficult task and smashed it out of the park. Turned up on time, cleaned up and removed all of the debris. Great firm and can 100% recommend them. Thanks again for a fantastic job."
Paul Raymond · Google review"5 star service from Hartwells joinery & stairs. The modern look of the new glass staircase has made a massive improvement during our renovations. Look forward to using these guys for more renovation works."
M Watts · Customer reviewMore reviews on the way — if you've had work done, we'd love a review on Google or Facebook.
Get a free staircase quote
Send a few details and, if you have one, a photo of your current staircase. We'll come back to you within one working day.
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Call us07794 145791
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Email ushartwellsjoinery@gmail.com
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Based inPontarddulais, Swansea — covering all of Wales
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