ᐅ Access to the attic – space-saving staircase centrally located in the gallery
Created on: 5 Nov 2024 09:26
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ElBoCaDiLlO
Hello everyone,
I have finished some renovations in the attic for the children and now face the challenge of providing a safe way for them to go up and down without crowding the entire hallway. I hope some of you might have experience on the best way to achieve this.
The attic is converted to a height of 2m (6 ft 7 in), but this height is only available in a width of 45cm (18 inches). After that, the roof slopes symmetrically at a 45° angle. The access to the attic is located in the center and is currently reached by a folding ladder. The ladder measures 60 x 114cm (24 x 45 inches), and I assume the opening is the same size. Ideally, I would prefer not to change the size of the opening since there is already rather limited space inside the attic to pass by the hatch.
One option would be to install a space-saving staircase or possibly a spiral staircase. For the space-saving staircase, the steps would be taken lengthwise, while for the spiral staircase they would be oriented toward the roof slope. I am unsure if this is really feasible due to the ceiling height.
I have attached two photos and a drawing so you can better understand the situation on site.
In general, the solution should be relatively cost-effective and involve as little effort as possible. Thank you for your ideas.
I have finished some renovations in the attic for the children and now face the challenge of providing a safe way for them to go up and down without crowding the entire hallway. I hope some of you might have experience on the best way to achieve this.
The attic is converted to a height of 2m (6 ft 7 in), but this height is only available in a width of 45cm (18 inches). After that, the roof slopes symmetrically at a 45° angle. The access to the attic is located in the center and is currently reached by a folding ladder. The ladder measures 60 x 114cm (24 x 45 inches), and I assume the opening is the same size. Ideally, I would prefer not to change the size of the opening since there is already rather limited space inside the attic to pass by the hatch.
One option would be to install a space-saving staircase or possibly a spiral staircase. For the space-saving staircase, the steps would be taken lengthwise, while for the spiral staircase they would be oriented toward the roof slope. I am unsure if this is really feasible due to the ceiling height.
I have attached two photos and a drawing so you can better understand the situation on site.
In general, the solution should be relatively cost-effective and involve as little effort as possible. Thank you for your ideas.
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hanghaus20236 Nov 2024 16:29A space-saving staircase is not really bothersome. You quickly get used to walking around it. I originally had the staircase in the children's room. Later, when the kids grew older, I moved it to the former gallery. It doesn’t really get in the way. Just leave the existing staircase down at the bottom. If you have guests who might have an issue with it, simply fold it up.
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