Stair Anatomy and Diagrams

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Anatomy of a Typical Stairway

The image at the left shows most stairway parts as a reference for your project designs.

Click the image for a detailed view.

Stairway Diagrams

Stairway Shapes
Stairway Shapes
Stairway Shapes
Types of Stairways
Types of Stairways
Types of Stairways
Parts of a stairway
Parts of a stairway
Parts of a stairway
Measuring, Cutting and Installing Landing Tread, Plowed Handrail and Shoerail
Measuring, Cutting and Installing Landing Tread, Plowed Handrail and Shoerail
Measuring, Cutting and Installing Landing Tread, Plowed Handrail and Shoerail
Attaching Newels
Attaching Newels
Attaching Newels
Measuring, Cutting and Installing Balusters
Measuring, Cutting and Installing Balusters
Measuring, Cutting and Installing Balusters
Measuring, Cutting and Installing Solid Handrail
Measuring, Cutting and Installing Solid Handrail
Measuring, Cutting and Installing Solid Handrail
Stair Diagram
Stair Diagram
Stair Diagram
Pitch or Rake vs. Open Stairway Appliation
Pitch or Rake vs. Open Stairway Appliation
Pitch or Rake vs. Open Stairway Appliation