pploha.blogg.se - Stair rails

#Stair rails series

When submitting an RQF to Wagner, be sure to supply all the above measurements.

Typically, you will have one more riser than you will have treads. When determining the number of treads, do not count the floors or landings, only the number of finished treads. Then count to the last tread to the floor or landing at the top of the set of stairs. When counting the number of risers, include the riser from the bottom floor or landing to the first tread. It is also important to note we will need the number of risers and the number of treads to determine a complete handrail system for your application. To obtain this measurement, measure the height of a riser from the base tread to the tread of the next stair above it. To obtain this measurement, measure the length of one finished tread (from front to back). Do not confuse this measurement with the overall length. To obtain the length of the nosing, measure the top edge of the nosing of the first tread to the top edge of the floor/landing nose. When determining the overall length, measure the horizontal distance form the edge of the nosing on the first tread at the bottom of the staircase to the edge of the nosing on the floor/landing at the top of the staircase. The overall height is the distance from the floor or landing at the top of the set of stairs to the floor/landing at the bottom of the set of stairs. Follow the five easy steps below to obtain the measurements necessary for your handrail system. When calculating measurements, take your time, measure twice. Since each set of stairs and handrail application is unique, its necessary measurements are accurate.

Stringers – A stringer is a sloped member of a stair which supports the steps.

Winders – In the absence of a landing, these are tapering steps used for changing the direction of a stair.

Nosing – Nosing is the outer, often projecting edge of a tread.

Landing – A landing is the term for the platform placed between two stair flights.

This is where the commonly used phrase ‘a flight of stairs’ comes from.

#Stair rails series

Flight – A flight is a continuous series of steps without any break or a landing.Rise – Not to be confused with the riser, the rise is the vertical distance between the surfaces of two consecutive steps.This assembly is what allows the ascent or descent from one floor to another. Step – A step is the combination of the tread and riser.Riser – This is the vertical member between two treads or the floor and the first tread.It’s where you place your foot while using the stair. Tread – The tread is the top, horizontal component of a step.Balustrade – This term refers to the combined framework of handrail and balusters.They provide strength, safety, and aesthetics. Balusters or Spindles – These are vertical components used to fill the opening between the handrail and the bottom rail or treads.This type of post is also commonly referred to as a central pole or support column. Newel Post – A newel is a vertical post placed at the top and bottom ends of flights that support the handrails.They are required by building codes and must meet load, height, and graspability requirements. Handrail – The handrail provides guidance and security.

Below are thirteen commonly used terms when talking about stairs and are necessary to understand when taking measurements for handrail systems. Let’s first review the key components of a set of stairs. Ensuring you have the correct dimensions is the first step in properly specifying any railing system. Whether you are purchasing individual components or an entire railing system, there are a few measurements that are needed to ensure the railing purchased is a proper fit.