Are space saver stairs legal?
* There is a type of staircase called a “space-saver” or “Paddle tread” that rises at 55 degrees, it is legal due to its design, you can see this type of stair by clicking on “Conversion types” then staircase.
What is the best space saving staircase?
Stairs that are incorporated into a wall are the most space saving. Aesthetically, these stairs do not look as open as traditional stairs, but if you want to incorporate stairs into your wall, the space saved is well worth it. If you are more attached to the open look, standard stairs will be a great option for you.
What is space saver stairs?
Loft Stairs, Space Saving Staircases. Space saver loft staircases are also known as paddle stairs or alternating tread staircases. This type of stair is one of a number of stair types designed to save space. The general pattern of steps has alternate handed steps with part of the tread cut away.
Are paddle stairs legal UK?
The regulations for paddle staircases vary between counties. While official building regulations state that this type of staircase can only be used to allow access to one habitable room, other authorities insist that they can only be used for access to non-habitable rooms such as boiler rooms and storage areas.
Can stairs be open on one side?
(1) Stairways less than 44 inches in width may have one handrail or stair railing except that such stairways open on one or both sides shall have stair railings provided on the open side or sides. (2) Stairways having less than four risers need not have handrails or stair railings.
What are free floating stairs?
What are Floating Stairs? Floating stairs are a type of straight staircase that is self-supported. Because of the self-supported design a floating staircase requires no extra support between the underside of the staircase and the floor below or a wall.
Where do stairs go in a loft conversion?
Loft access staircases are often simply positioned directly above the existing staircase below. In many cases, this is because it’s not only the most effective place for the stairs to go, but also the most efficient.
What do you mean by space saver staircase?
A Space Saver Staircase is a Compact Staircase that has alternating treads allowing you to get up a flight of stairs in approximately half the going distance of a normal flight of stairs.
How big of a riser do I need for a spacesaver staircase?
We offer full flexibility on the Budget Spacesaver staircase – any width upto 780mm and you can order the staircase with any number of risers upto 16. Due to the growing demand for the Oak spacesaver as a bespoke spacesaver staircase we now offer this as a standard specification.
Can you use handrails on a spacesaver staircase?
As the spacesaver staircase it built to fit your specifications, we can incorporate a bespoke quarter landing to your staircase if required. Spacesaver staircases can be supplied with handrails as an optional extra and carpet inserts (as shown in some pictures) are available on all but the most basic staircases.
What kind of balusters for space saver stairs?
Shown on the right is the Pine Balustrade option available on the Budget and Birch 24 Space saver staircases. Simple 90mm Square Newel posts top and bottom, 32mm pine square balusters and our standard STHR pine handrail and baserail sections.