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Steps are all around us, yet we often hardly notice them as we step up and down them. Did you ever wonder why? It’s because their proportions are usually similar. When they are not, we sometimes miss our step and lose our balance. It’s as simple as that. Good versus bad design. Remember this when negotiating Bricklayer Quotes.
How wide should steps be? A step outside a doorway is usually a little wider than the frame and traditionally fans out towards the ground. That’s to allow for our natural tendency to walk down steps at the angle we wish to go.
How deep should steps be? The traditional depth (or run) is ten inches, to allow adequate space for an adult foot to land, and convenience for the next step up or down the staircase. Outside steps where people are not in a hurry may be deeper.
How high should each step be? There norm is seven inches, although this can vary by an inch either way to meet restrictions. Moving further away from this norm increases the likelihood of people becoming disorientated and falling down. Find a Bricklayer who understands the reasoning behind the rules.
The most important thing of all. Be consistent. People assume that things will always be the same. A sudden change in depth or height is dangerous, and may not allowed for by an unfamiliar user.
When it comes to building steps a restricted total run available can force an increase in individual step height. Think again before agreeing to this. Don’t allow your common sense to be beaten down.
There are other options that every London Bricklayer knows of, like introducing a right angle to create more run. Don’t take chances with your safety by using cowboy builders.
Do yourself a favour. Find True Professionals on Mr-Skill instead.