Stairway Calculator (patent
pending)
Instructions |
| Step 1: |
In the above form, enter your total rise (see above diagram) in inches, using a
decimal number only. See below for a table to convert fractions to decimal
numbers. |
| Step 2: |
Enter your run in inches, using a decimal number only. |
| Step 3: |
Click the Calculate button to see suggested values for the
remaining dimensions. The number of runs is the number of USB
brackets to purchase. The initial calculation shows the values assuming that
your rise will be below 7.5 inches. |
| Step 4: |
Click the Less Steep or More Steep button to adjust the number of risers
to see in the alternative measurements that will also work for
your project. Click the Calculate button at any time to restore the initial
values. |
See more information about building codes to
ensure that your planned measurements meet state and local regulations.
Fraction to Decimal Conversion Chart
| Fraction |
Decimal |
|
Fraction |
Decimal |
| 1/16 |
0.063 |
|
9/16 |
0.563 |
| 1/8 |
0.125 |
|
5/8 |
0.625 |
| 3/16 |
0.188 |
|
11/16 |
0.688 |
| 1/4 |
0.250 |
|
3/4 |
0.750 |
| 5/16 |
0.313 |
|
13/16 |
0.813 |
| 3/8 |
0.375 |
|
7/8 |
0.875 |
| 7/16 |
0.438 |
|
15/16 |
0.938 |
| 1/2 |
0.500 |
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