Stair calculator software

The automatic calculator will design your stair stringer as close to the target height as possible, while maintaining a common step height.

Follow the steps below to design your stair stringer:. The results will appear in the Results section of the calculator and on the Stair Diagram below. The Stringer Mount Type refers to how the stringer will be attached to the upper landing or deck frame. Once the stair results have been calculated, you can toggle between the Standard and Flush options to compare the differences.

The first time you enter a value in the Number of Steps field, it will likely be a guess. If the numbers are too high, add some more steps. Once the stair results have been calculated, you can toggle between the Standard and Flush options to compare the results. Stair Calculator The stair calculator is used for calculating stair rise and run, stair angle, stringer length, step height, tread depth, and the number of steps required for a given run of stairs.

Stairs with Solid Risers and 2x12 Treads. For more information, click the Help buttons located on each calculator. First Name optional. Typically, there are three in a staircase: one on each side, and one in the middle. Stringers are not always visible, but can be seen on stairs with open sides. The stringers can either be cut to the shape of each step, or in some cases, are uncut and conceal the edges of the treads. Run feet inches meters centimeters Total Run feet inches meters centimeters Total Rise feet inches meters centimeters.

Run feet inches meters centimeters Total Run feet inches meters centimeters Total Rise feet inches meters centimeters Rise Fixed rise step height. Fixed number of steps. Rise step height. Number of steps. No tread Has tread. Tread thickness. No headroom restriction. Treads may be cut to suit other widths. Either B or C is required. Is there a Head Height Restriction? This may alter B or C above. Stringer Cuts inches inches inches Note: All cuts are measured from the bracket flanges and are cut parallel to the flanges.

Materials List Does your tread have a nose? Click above images for enlarged view. For more information on cleat installation, click here to view a detailed PDF. Click on above images to enlarge view. See examples Create PDFs of diagrams on this page. Printing Help Please help promote this free service Tell a Friend about this site! Copy all diagrams on this page to bottom of page - Make multiple copies to Print or Compare.

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