Expert Guide
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House Planning

Staircase Riser & Tread Calculator

Quality Inspector
Kaka

Design comfortable and safe staircases by calculating optimal step dimensions.

📐 Formula & Method

Total Risers = Floor Height / Target Riser. Actual Riser = Floor Height / Count. Total Run = (Count-1) * Tread Width.

Steps = Height / Riser

📋 Worked Example

3m height, 150mm target riser:
• 20 Risers at 150mm each.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

For residential buildings, a riser of 150mm to 175mm (6 to 7 inches) is considered comfortable.

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