There are a number of reasons why a homeowner may choose to
install spiral stairs in their home – they may think that the aesthetic appeal
of these stairs will greatly benefit their home, or they may have an overly
small room that they need to squeeze the flight into. For whatever reason, it
is important that your spiral steps are made according to the correct building
regulations.
Whilst you will need to check both the local and state
authorities for codes that are relevant to your project, you will probably find
that their regulations regarding spiral stairs are fairly similar. Some of the
codes that you will have to meet include:
- The width of the tread (at and below the handrail) must be at least 26 inches wide.
- Each tread must be at least 7.5 inches deep (measured a foot from the narrowest edge of the step) and must rise no higher than 9.5 inches from the tread below.
- The clear headroom (measured from the top of each step) must be at least 80 inches high.
For any areas that have not been specifically outlined in
the code for spiral stairs they must comply with the regulations that have
been outlined for standard steps. This includes the installation of a handrail
on at least one side of the flight, a height between 34 and 38 inches high, and
specifications of the handrail. This basic code will also include instructions
on how the stairs are to be lit, ensuring safety when traversing between
floors.
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