Do U shaped stairs save space?

U-shape takes up more space than an L shape which takes up more space than a straight run. Basically, adding “landings” takes space and the larger the landings are – or the more of them you have, the more space your staircase will require.

How much space do you need for L shaped stairs?

A standard staircase occupies 30-square-feet of space above and below the staircase. This is the most common dimension, given an 8-foot ceiling, where the staircase width measures 3-feet (36-inches) and horizontal floor space occupied measures between 9- to 10-feet.

What is a switchback staircase?

To clarify what a switchback staircase is, it’s simply a staircase that involve at least two flights of steps facing 180 degrees from each other with a landing platform in between them. You may also hear this type of stair referred to as a “halfback” staircase.

How much space does a winder staircase save?

The primary benefit winder staircase has over having a flat landing is its space-saving abilities. A straight staircase, for example, which is 3 feet wide and 18 feet high, fills around 105 sq feet of your space, while a winder staircase of same proportions fills 45 sq feet of space only.

What is L shaped staircase?

The L shaped stair is a variation of the straight stair with a bend in some portion of the stair. This bend is usually achieved by adding a landing at the transition point. If the landing is closer to the top or bottom of the stairs it is sometimes referred to as a long L stair or a quarter turn stair.

What is an L shaped staircase?

What are 90° staircases?

90° Staircases—sometimes referred to as L-Shaped or Quarter Turn stairs—are a close cousin of Straight Staircases. However, where straight stairs continue uninterrupted from one floor to the next, 90° stairs transition at some point in a different direction, usually with the help of a landing platform.

What is the difference between straight stairs and 90 stairs?

90° Staircases (or L-Shaped) 90° Staircases—sometimes referred to as L-Shaped or Quarter Turn stairs—are a close cousin of Straight Staircases. However, where straight stairs continue uninterrupted from one floor to the next, 90° stairs transition at some point in a different direction, usually with the help of a landing platform.

Is a curved staircase right for You?

A curved staircase is ideal for any project that needs a touch of the grandiose. However, it’s large size can be limiting. If you are unsure about whether or a not a curved staircase is right for you, contact our design team. Much like Curved Staircases, Spiral Staircases make complete turns without the interruption of landing platforms.

What size landing do I need for a staircase?

Landings need to be at least 36 in. square or as wide as the stairs, but often should be larger to be more comfortable. They can provide architectural interest and help make a staircase more visually pleasing.