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Posted by BobF on November 5th, 2003 02:52 AM
In reply to Stairs by butch on November 4th, 2003 05:53 PM [Go to top of thread]

Many building codes have adopted standards that call for the sum of the tread and riser equaling 17-18". Example, 7" rise and 10-11" tread.
So divide the height by 7" and see what you come up with. Remember that all the step risers should be equal to avoid a trip hazard.

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  • Stairs by butch  11/4/03 05:53 PM






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