Stairs may have a remarkable effect on the look and feel of our homes, despite the fact that we sometimes take them for granted. An elegant, well-designed flouting staircase will instantly improve the attractiveness of a home and even increases the home resale value. On the other hand, shabby stairs are likely to have the opposite effect.
Where do you begin when designing a new spiral staircase? 8 Simple steps to follow:
- Measure The Height
You must first decide the amount of space available before ordering your stairs. Begin by determining the floor-to-floor height. This entails taking measurements from the finished lower floor to the finished upper floor. By the way, the word “finished floor” refers to the surface you walk on and includes any type of floor covering, such as carpet or laminate. With this information, the staircase manufacturer will calculate how many steps are required to construct well-proportioned stairs.
- Measure The Width
After you’ve determined the height, you’ll need to determine the width. This is the complete measurement of all the strings and steps put together. (Strings, also known as stringers, are structural support boards that extend down either side of the staircase.) Unless you’re building a home from the ground up, the width of the stairs would be calculated by the available space.
If you have the choice, choose the widest set of steps that will suits you. In large family homes, a wide staircase is safer, simpler to use, and more practical.
- Straight Or Winding?
As for the staircase layout, if you have enough floor space, a single straight flight of stairs is the simplest and most cost-effective alternative. Stairs that curl back on themselves, such as L-shaped and U-shaped stairs, are commonly thought to be more appealing. They are, however, more complex and, as a result, more expensive.
You’ll need winder treads or a landing – or a combination of the two – to make a turn in the staircase so it can change direction. A winder is a triangular or kite-shaped tread used to make a turn in an otherwise straight staircase.
A landing is a platform that connects the staircase. It is located between the first and second-floor. It may be a quarter landing (the width of a single set of stairs) that turns the staircase 90 degrees or a half landing (the width of two staircases) that turns the staircase 180 degrees, creating a U shape.
- Treads And Risers – Open Or Closed?
Treads (the part you walk on) and risers (vertical boards that shape the face of each step) make up the steps. Risers can be open (with gaps between the treads) or closed (with no gaps between the treads) (encased with solid boards). Open risers are especially common in modern homes because they let more light in. Young children and the elderly, on the other hand, can find them difficult.
For added effects, several people place one or two feature steps at the bottom of the stairs. Single or double D end shapes, as well as more softly rounded bullnose steps, are available in a variety of combinations.
- String Style
Stringers may be closed or open. A closed – also known as strong – string runs up both sides of the staircase, completely enveloping the treads and risers and hiding the stairwell’s edge. The upper edge of an open, or cut, string is machined away so that the outline of the steps can be seen from the side.
This style is more difficult to create and therefore more costly than a closed string design, but it is generally regarded as superior.
- New Newels
Newel posts are upright supports that anchor the handrails, treads, and strings of the staircase, and they are an essential part of the construction, so don’t remove them unless absolutely necessary. They can be a single post (a simple newel) or a formed piece of wood (a newel turning) fixed to a separate base and come in a variety of designs. If you’re just updating your spiral staircase rather than replacing them entirely, keep the current posts and replace the newel caps for a fresh look.
- How Many Spindles?
The vertical supports that link the handrail to the rest of the balustrade are known as spindles or balusters. Since they are such a prominent feature, they can have a significant impact on the look and feel of a staircase, so carefully consider your options. You don’t have to stick to one type of spindle; consider mixing and matching two for a unique look.
Glass panels can also help to create a light and airy feel. Two spindles per tread, or one where there is a newel post on a landing, is a good rule of thumb. Most stair manufacturers will assist you in determining how many spindles or panels you’ll need.
- Handrail Hints
If your staircase is less than 1m high, you’ll need a handrail on at least one side, and both sides if it’s wider. For the sake of convenience, many people choose to add one. The majority of handrails pass between the newel posts, but some stairs have them running over the tops of the posts. If you have children, you might also want to consider a wall-mounted handrail.
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