Is there a standard height and depth for stairs?
You can find some more information here as well on other stair-related dimensions. To calculate if the steps will be within the Building Codes specs: 2 times the step riser height + one tread depth equals between 24 and 25 in inches (60.96cm and 63.5cm). example: (2 x 7.5") + 10 = 25 (2 x 19.05cm + 10 = 48.1cm)
Rebuilding porch stairs - what size for treads?
2015年4月25日 · You can use 2 pcs of 5/4X6" to replace each tread. It will keep the same dimension as your originals, 5 1/2" + 5 1/2" + 1/4" gap = 11 1/4" This is a very typical detail. You should have an overhand at the front corner, call a "nose". Your originals may already have that, if so, simply follow the same detail, but using the two pieces per tread.
What screw length for screwing down stair treads into stringers?
2018年8月11日 · Drill pilot holes (with a slightly smaller diameter than the screws' root diameter). Use screws that are between 2 and 4 inches long. Deck screws are available in this size range, and are used for this purpose on deck stairs. Drilling pilot holes will help prevent splitting the wood of the stringers.
What is the most common stair tread depth and stair nosing length?
Yes, tread depth includes nosing overhang. There is also a proportion from tread to riser. For me, the most common is 7” riser and 11” tread. As the riser decreases, the tread should increase for a “comfortable” use. That’s why the steps in front of the Washington Monument has 20” …
Should my stairs have less than 10 inch run?
2018年3月5日 · The Code requires a tread depth of no less than 9”. (See ICC R311.7.5.2.). However, it also states that the maximum difference between “any tread” can’t be more than 3/8”. Btw, risers can’t be more than 8”. (R311.7.5.1.) Ditto on the 3/8” diff. Interesting fact. There is a recommended “comfort range” of riser height to tread ...
What is the most common length for stair nosing to overhang?
2018年3月7日 · I'm having my stairs rebuilt and the overhang will affect the location of the bottom stair. Also, do you include the overhang amount when measuring the run of the stair? My stairs are going to be 8.1" tall due to lack of headroom and if the run is too long they will not be within the inch of (2X rise)+run=25.
Does every deck stair with stringers longer than 6 feet need mid …
2021年3月4日 · The Code requires a stair to be designed to 40 psf. (See ICC Table R301.1) The net dimension of a stringer after the riser and tread have been removed (depending on the exact rise and run) is about 5” - 5 1/2”. This is about the size of a 2x6 and a 2x6 can span about 13’ and support about 45 psf.
How to finish drywall under stair treads and risers seamlessly?
2016年6月9日 · Then, where the stair stringer face meets the rest of the drywall (after the top stop or whatever) you transition back to drywall. Tape (use self-adherent mesh tape) the plywood-to-drywall joint just like a standard drywall butt joint, and roll a coat of thinned out drywall mud over the plywood to get the same overall surface as the drywall.
Can I really use construction adhesive to attach hardwood stair …
When transitioning from carpet treads, which are normally 2x12's, normal practice is to strip the stringers bare. If not, your bottom tread will be at least 1" higher than the rest. 8" is the max height ( rise ) of an interior step. The only way to keep the rises consistent from top to bottom is by removing the carpet treads.
Do stairs need to be the same height after landing?
2014年1月20日 · Yes, the last tread to landing doesn't "count", but if it's going to be too odd for more than 3/8" between steps, it'll be REALLY odd to have 1+" diff between last step and landing. You'd think that if the basement was unfinished that the last stair would have been extra high to accommodate a future floor.