Stair Calculator

Calculate stair dimensions and check building code compliance

Your Input

Total vertical height from bottom to top

Typical range: 6-7.5 inches

Select calculation type, enter your values, and click Calculate to see results and step-by-step solution.

Πλήρης Οδηγός χρήσης

What is a Stair Calculator?

A stair calculator helps design safe and code-compliant stairs by calculating riser height, tread depth, stringer length, and checking building code requirements.

Τρόπος Χρήσης

  1. Select calculation type
  2. Enter required measurements and options
  3. Click Calculate to see the result and step-by-step solution
  4. Use Reset to clear and hide results
  5. Review compliance status when shown

Stair Terminology

Riser: Vertical part of step

Tread: Horizontal part of step

Stringer: Supporting beam

Total Rise: Total vertical height

Total Run: Total horizontal distance

Building Code Standards

Riser Height: 4-7.75 inches

Tread Depth: 10-14 inches

Τύπος: 2R + T = 24-25 inches

Maximum Rise: 12 feet between landings

Φόρμουλες

Riser Height: Total Rise / Number of Risers

Tread Depth: 24.5 - 2R

Total Run: Tread Depth × (Risers - 1)

Stringer Length: √(Rise² + Run²)

Angle: arctan(Rise / Run)

Common Dimensions

Residential: 7" riser, 11" tread

Commercial: 6.5" riser, 12" tread

Steep: 7.5" riser, 10" tread

Gentle: 6" riser, 13" tread

Σημαντικές Σημειώσεις

  • All risers must be uniform height
  • All treads must be uniform depth
  • Check local building codes
  • Consider handrail requirements
  • Account for headroom clearance

Κοινές Εφαρμογές

  • Residential stair design
  • Commercial building stairs
  • Deck and patio stairs
  • Basement stairs
  • Building code compliance

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