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    Make a Staircase

    Jun 08, 2022 6 minutes

    Construction Overview / OVERALL DIMENSIONS: 1970mm H x 1815mm W x 950mm D

    This project describes the construction of a set of simple steps, with newel posts, handrail balustrade and spindles. This formed part of a kitchen extension, and was subject to Building Regulations. The information presented here should provide you with the basis to customise a set of stairs to your own requirements.

    The steps and risers are made from a water-resistant grade of MDF, with pine supports and side stringers. Using MDF is not only an economical choice, it is stable and will not "squeak" as the seasons change.

    The assembly is held together with adhesive and screws. Jointing biscuits are used for attachments to the bottom of the stringers. The handrail and base rail use commercially available pine mouldings. These include a rebate to take 30 x 30mm cross section spindles. Newel posts were formed using 95 x 95mm DAR pine

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