8 Questions
What is the term used for a step of non-uniform width usually triangular in plan?
Winder
Which type of step is always preferred even at turning points of a stair due to safety reasons?
Landing
What is the horizontal platform provided between any two flights of a stair called?
Landing
What is the maximum recommended pitch or slope for a stair according to the text?
40°
Which term refers to the height between the line of nosing and the soffit of a flight or ceiling above?
Head room
What should be the minimum width of a staircase according to the text?
Less than 0.85 m
What is the term used for a series of steps without any break in between?
Flight
What should be the maximum number of steps in a flight according to the text?
15 steps
Learn about important technical terms related to staircase design such as going or run, rise, and bull-nose step. Understand the definitions and characteristics of nosing in staircase construction.
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