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STAIR LAYOUT EXAMPLE
With our square, stair layout can be done simply and
eciently. The layout can be done without hours of calcula-
tions.Basicmathandtheuseofacalculatorwithasquare
root function are all that are needed.
STEP 1. FIND STEP MEASUREMENTS: We start with the to-
talrise(seeFigure17)tondthenumberofstepsrequired.
If the rise is not known, measure the vertical distance
between the lower finished floor and the upper one. When-
ever a quantity is known, use it instead of calculating it.
NOTE 1Beforestartingyourlayout,checklocalandstate
codes for tread width, length and step rise requirements.
Many states have stairway construction regulations.
NOTE 2 It’s a good idea to check your layout on paper or
cardboard before cutting out the wood steps.
FIG. 17 Stair Layout.
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