Hi,
we are currently in the planning phase for our small wooden house.
Our architect wants to design our staircase according to standard 18065, but this does not match our size preferences.
We want a straight staircase with a length of 250cm (98 inches)... according to the standard, we would have to extend it to at least 290cm (114 inches). The width of 100cm (39 inches) remains unchanged.
Now to our question: Does a staircase in Lower Saxony have to be designed/built according to standard 18065?
In the technical building regulations, I found this paragraph.
Regarding DIN 18065
I could not find a clear answer as to whether I have to comply with the standard.
we are currently in the planning phase for our small wooden house.
Our architect wants to design our staircase according to standard 18065, but this does not match our size preferences.
We want a straight staircase with a length of 250cm (98 inches)... according to the standard, we would have to extend it to at least 290cm (114 inches). The width of 100cm (39 inches) remains unchanged.
Now to our question: Does a staircase in Lower Saxony have to be designed/built according to standard 18065?
In the technical building regulations, I found this paragraph.
Regarding DIN 18065
- 1. The introduction excludes the application to staircases in residential buildings of building classes 1 and 2 and in apartments.
I could not find a clear answer as to whether I have to comply with the standard.
S
Schorsch_baut20 Nov 2024 14:22Factors such as lighting and handrails also play a role. Being able to place your whole foot on the step when going down simply provides greater safety, especially if you slip or stumble. We are now going to change our stair lighting because the nice LED mood lighting is a nightmare for diminished depth perception. When I walk down the stairs at night, it’s like flying blind.
By the way, our parents, all around their late 60s, no longer use our stairs because they find them too steep.
By the way, our parents, all around their late 60s, no longer use our stairs because they find them too steep.
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Timotheus20 Nov 2024 14:2811ant schrieb:
There was nothing derogatory meant. I described an impression and the question at the end, whether your very specific design is based on an equally unusual set of experience and habits, is entirely sincere.
I wouldn’t compare a stair rise to a ladder pitch angle; it’s not a valid comparison. A 26cm (10 inch) rise is a full foot length for a shoe size 39; with larger feet, when walking up the stairs, the heel is sometimes unsupported, and when going down, the toes. Barefoot, both become even more noticeable than when wearing shoes. If the stair nosing is positioned in front of the ankle when going up, that’s roughly the limit of comfort and safe feeling while walking, possibly earlier for those who are overweight.
This sounds like a planning approach where "everything going up is just what no longer fits below." Besides, I would plan a staircase working from the upper floor exit; knowing the upper floor layout would be helpful for the other participants in this discussion. Now I can understand you better.
Actually, we have only tried to build a timber house within our budget. A glass front in the living area and an open design were important to us.
Yesterday, I actually spent 5 minutes in the stairwell at my workplace… everyone stepped with the “front half” of their foot, regardless of going up or down. The stairs measure 19/26cm (7.5/10 inches).
It’s probably nice to be able to step with your whole sole comfortably in old age.
Timotheus schrieb:
Actually, we were just trying to build a wooden house within our budget. A glass front in the living area and an open layout were important to us. That sounds like a practical and at the same time beautiful idea!
I’m looking forward to the details.
Timotheus schrieb:
I find it difficult to locate a different position for a proper staircase.
If I want to have a 26cm (10 inch) tread depth, the staircase extends too far into the living area. We actually have a very similar situation. Our staircase also extends into an open space. Only with us, it’s the living room where you have the kitchen. We access the staircase from this side. In our case, the staircase acts as an open room divider. Why shouldn’t it be allowed a longer length?
Timotheus schrieb:
It must be nice, at an advanced age, to be able to walk comfortably with your full foot on the ground. Advanced age, half-asleep, or feeling under the weather with a cold – there are many occasions when you’re not always Iron Man.
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