Ordering spiral staircases over the internet from a Pennsylvania supplier (we are in Cincinnati, Ohio) was a bit daunting. And, indeed, they cost significantly more than offered at Home Depot or Lowes.
Steve Cohen was our sales representative and he was very responsive. I think he called and emailed on holidays and weekends.
But my architect checked the variables, and felt that for our high-end apartments (these will access two rooftop decks) that the Iron Shop offered a superior product.
As the order went forward, the Iron Shop was meticulous as to specifications (you get this wrong and it simply won't work).
We bought the black painted product.
It all worked out great.
Man, is it beautiful. It is sturdy.
The staircase accesses the rooftop deck from the master bedroom. When I give people the tour of the 2 BR, 2-level apartment, they are already impressed with the level of finish, but when I take them to the master BR (last stop on the tour) and they see the spiral staircase to the roof, they simply gasp with delight. It is an amazing addition.
I would, without reservation, use the Iron Shop again and I would recommend them to friends and developers.
[Photos are attached, but the stairs and unit were not complete at the time of the photos. Will update later.]