Verify Riser Height and Tread Depth — Measure Depth and Check for Safety
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Winder Step Measurement · Step 4 of 5
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This step covers the code requirements for individual riser height and tread depth. For individual risers, the vertical rise cannot exceed 7.75 inches. This ensures a comfortable and safe ascent/descent. For tread depth, the minimum requirement is 10 inches. The video highlights that older codes had different specifications (e.g., 9-inch treads and 8-inch risers), underscoring the importance of referencing current building codes, such as the 2021 International Residential Code, as local regulations may vary. A graphic illustrates how a small object can pass through an open riser if it exceeds the maximum opening size allowed by code.
Verify Riser Height and Tread Depth — Measure Depth and Check for Safety
Part of project
Winder Step Measurement · Step 4 of 5
In this video
This step covers the code requirements for individual riser height and tread depth. For individual risers, the vertical rise cannot exceed 7.75 inches. This ensures a comfortable and safe ascent/descent. For tread depth, the minimum requirement is 10 inches. The video highlights that older codes had different specifications (e.g., 9-inch treads and 8-inch risers), underscoring the importance of referencing current building codes, such as the 2021 International Residential Code, as local regulations may vary. A graphic illustrates how a small object can pass through an open riser if it exceeds the maximum opening size allowed by code.