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Staircases have become viewed more as bespoke pieces of furniture than part of the building structure


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don’t forget the staircase! Complete Stair Systems Ltd. advises on choosing and


installing a staircase within your self build project.


A staircase is the perfect opportunity to create a stunning visual impression as it is often the first fixture on view when entering a property. This brief guide has been prepared to walk you through the process of purchasing a new staircase ‘step-by-step’ whilst hopefully offering some inspiration.


Space & staircase shape The first element to consider is the space the stair- case will fill on each floor level i.e. the footprint of the flight. The amount of space you have avail- able for this will vary on the size and layout of the property, but should not be overlooked. If it is a new build or a large refurbishment your archi- tect or designer will specify a certain stairwell opening large enough to fit a compliant stair- case. The floor-to-floor height will determine the number of treads/risers required so logically the higher the floor, the larger the staircase footprint. If you are replacing an old staircase you will probably have a fixed stairwell opening and it is most likely that any new staircase will have to be a similar size and shape as the old flight. Gener- ally your new staircase will take the form of a: • Straight flight • Quarter turn (1 x 90 degree turn) often called a dog leg


• Half turn (2 x 90 degree turns) • Spiral staircase with treads spinning around a centre column.


• Helical staircase with tapered treads around a central void


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