Stairs on stringers today are the most popular version of this building structure. They usually have an elegant appearance and have a number of advantages. They can be made from almost any structural building material, be it wood, stone or even glass. The very same base - stringers - are made exclusively from durable metal profiles or prefabricated cranked beams. This is what gives the whole structure the following advantages:
- The staircase on such a support looks weightless and elegant. This is especially important if it is installed in a room where it is impossible to make any other design due to its small size.
- The versatility of this design allows it to be used both for residential premises and for industrial and public buildings.
- It is possible to use various elements to decorate the structure, as stringers are a very durable element that can withstand heavy loads.
Types of structures
Structurally, stairs on stringers can be made single-flight, if it allows to make the volume of the place chosen for it. In this case, the rise mustbe flat enough for comfort.
They can also be made with a 90° turn, where the marches are at right angles to each other. These stringer ladders save space without sacrificing strength or durability.
180° turn structures or U-shaped stringer stairs can also be made entirely of wood. At the same time, for strength, two side stringers can be made instead of one.
Mounting Features
It is believed that a wooden staircase on stringers is one of the simplest in execution technology. Usually, not one, but three stringers are performed for her. For wooden structures, the right choice of material is very important. Coniferous breeds are wear-resistant and easily processed. Beech and oak wood is very durable, but it is much more difficult to process.
Structurally, the steps are fastened into grooves made in the board, which is a stringer. The board chosen for this must be strong enough even after the grooves have been made. Steps can be mounted directly on the carrier board or installed on the riser. When arranging a two-flight staircase, an intermediate platform is made, which is installed on vertical racks. Their height is determined by adding the height of all risers from below. The space under the stairs can be taken up by arranging a pantry there.
Wooden stairs on stringers look very impressive with various decorative details. It can be railings made withelements of artistic wood carving, invitation steps, a special lacquer coating that allows you to highlight the natural structure of the tree and paint it in the right shade. That is, wood as a material gives many options for decorating. You can also use forged metal railings as decoration, which will also give the design a certain charm.
