Floating Stairs Regulations
Have a minimum width of 22 inches 56 cm between vertical barriers see Figure D-8 of this section.
Floating stairs regulations. Per the IBC a floating stair must comply with the following minimal measurements. Our WF floating staircase is a cantilevered timber stair uniquely crafted in a light and open design. Exception to paragraphs c 2 and 3 of this section.
Building Code Trainer 2018. 14 rows Vertical clearance above any stair tread to any overhead obstruction is at least 6 feet 8. Constructed with one wall stringer leaving the treads floating maximising the passage of light.
Minimum headroom allowed on stairways stairs need to be wide enough for safe use usually not less than 750 mm see drawing below the going depth of the tread and width of treads must be at least 250 mm see drawing below Allowable minimum dimensions of treads and risers. Stairplan also offer a Floating Staircase option. The Black Walnut offers true beauty and in the contemporary architectural design offers a stunning modern look.
42 Inches OHSA 191025 covers standards for all stairways including a standard spiral ship and alternating tread-type stairs. It must be noted that in the UK there are certain criteria that need to be met when installing a floating staircase. For loft conversions the available headroom will comply with the building regulations provided that the height at the centre of the stair width is at least 19 metres reducing to a minimum of 18 metres at the side of the stairs.
The requirements of paragraphs c 2 and 3 do not apply to standard stairs installed prior to January 17 2017. Flights should have a handrail on at least one side if they are less than one metre wide and on both sides if they are wider than this. Here you can see our Walnut Floating staircase design.
Wooden stair treads tend to be the most popular design when it comes floating staircases and you can add a handrail to make them safer for children and pets. Handrails should not be less than 36 inches in height. For strength it is produced in solid hardwood with beech oak and ash being the most popular.