The Selection Of A Custom Staircase

By Paulette Short


Customs staircases are usually grouped into two categories, residential and commercial staircases. They consist of quality staircases that can be used for both small residential projects and large commercial projects. A custom staircase may be straight, round, or consist of two or more straight pieces connected at particular angles.

It is worth noting that a staircase is not just a link between two sets of house floors. It requires a major architectural component that would turn a normal entry into a beautiful grant entrance. Installing a unique customized staircase design with elegant materials and quality styles the home owner can update the overall outlook of the entire house.

The amount of space available greatly influences the type of staircases to be installed. Bulky-styled staircases often require a relatively larger space for installation. Selection for a stair should be made with specific considerations in order to ensure that any particular style matches the unique characteristics of the house. For instance, it is commonly known that straight and L-shaped stairs require little amount, while the double-shaped ones need a large space.

Much attention should also be paid towards the general outlook of the stairs once their functions are determined. Curved and elliptical stairs are usually preferred for their elegance, while the spiral ones are readily associated with fun. Generally, the homeowner or the designer is tasked to ensure that there is a perfect match between the staircase and the rest of the building. For instance, it is important to note that the ancient styles do not match a modern-structured building.

Stairs need a support in order to function properly. This can be installed through making wood or metal handrails. The rails are used to offer protection to the users of the stairs, especially kids.

Custom staircases must have certain measurements so that people can effectively use them. For instance, building codes would specify various measurements so that the staircases are not too narrow or steep. The minimum tread length should measure about 9 inches, except the nosing of private residence.

Generally, there are two types of custom stairs; spiral and helical stairs and alternating tread stairs. The spiral and helical stairs wind around a central pole. They normally have a handrail on the outer side with a newel at the center. A spiral staircase can assume different shapes such as a circle, square and rectangle. A squared spiral staircase usually has a square stairwell with square steps and rails. Compared to other types of stairs, spiral stairs usually have very steep slopes that may be dangerous for use, especially for kids.

A spiral custom staircase normally assumes a circular design with equally placed handrails and steps. On the other hand, custom alternating stairs are mostly installed in houses with little space for the full length of normal stairs. They are usually designed in manner that they can easily alternate in between the treads side by side. Unlike the normal stairs, the slope of custom alternating tread stairs is as high as 65 degrees. It is however important to note that when selecting any kind of stairs, your thoughts and needs should be what the whole activity is based on.




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