A house arranged on several levels undoubtedly needs a connection between the different floors. Generally, whether referring to the outside or interior environments, the choice most of the time falls on stone stairs. Beautiful, elegant, resistant, and easy to manage, a Peperino stone staircase is ideal in all situations. There are many models and profiles that can be created. Let’s discover all the types together.
A stone staircase can be made in three types:
Ramp Staircase
It is a linear sequence of steps one after the other. A ramp staircase can be straight or angular. In the latter case, between one sequence and another, there will be a landing.
Cantilever Staircase
In this staircase model, the steps seem to float free in the air. It is a minimal type, stylistically very light and essential. For it to be realized, if there is no load-bearing wall capable of supporting the weight, it is necessary to prepare a metal structure.
Spiral Staircase
In this case, the staircase develops circularly around a central vertical axis.
Structure of the Stone Staircase
The structure of a staircase consists of two main elements:
- The Tread (Pedata) or step: the stair tread is the part where you rest your foot during the ascent, on average the depth must vary between 28 and 35 centimeters. A smaller depth makes plantar support difficult while a tread exceeding 35 centimeters forces long and uncomfortable steps.
- Riser (Alzata) or substep: Riser means the height distance between one tread and another. Risers are on average 17/19 centimeters high. The more centimeters increase, the greater the difficulty in overcoming it.
Designing and drawing a staircase means thinking about comfort in use and its safety. It is essential to ensure the professionalism of the client who is able to solve space problems and is aware of safety regulations.
Some Stone Staircase Models
The profile of a staircase can be processed, drawn, and realized in different types. The profile determines an important choice both from an aesthetic and functional point of view.
Here are some types of stone staircase profiles:
Profile A: The tread slightly protrudes relative to the riser, usually 3 centimeters. The internal stair riser has a recess in the contact area with the step.
Profile B: The tread is flush with the riser which has a recess, called a quirk (scuretto), at the top. For this type of profile, it is customary to use riser and stair tread of the same thickness.
Profile C: As for profile B, the tread is flush with the riser, but the latter has an inclination inwards and may not have the quirk on the top.
Profile D: The tread protrudes relative to the riser which instead has a shell or curvilinear profile at the top, which increases its thickness.
Profile E: Tread and riser are made in a single block, the solid profile can be had with the tread slightly protruding or flush; on this profile, it is possible to insert engravings or bas-reliefs even on the sides of the staircase.
5 Things to Consider When Choosing Stone Stairs
Stone stairs are often seen only as functional, so few people understand the amount of choice and evaluation behind them. These 5 tips are a quick guide to making a right and conscious choice. Among the most important things you need to know:
1 – The jargon: knowing the right staircase and terminology will help you quickly understand what is available and what the seller (or website) is offering you.
2 – Space for stairs: available space is the most important thing when it comes to choosing the right staircase. This is the most important limiting factor, which will determine many of the choices based on what is allowed to be done.
3 – Style and material: changing stairs is a big and demanding job, so it rarely happens. This means you should probably try to consider a “timeless” design; the style and material of the stairs must survive trends, furniture, and the passage of time. For this reason, we always recommend lava stone stairs in Grey Peperino or Trachite Grigia Lavica, beautiful, refined, combinable with any style and with timeless charm. Peperino stone stairs adapt to the decor and can recreate a traditional but also contemporary style.
4 – Practicality: It is important to consider who will use the stairs. It is very likely that children or the elderly will access them, as in most family homes. Also consider practicality of use when choosing your staircase. By practicality, we mean both the height of the step and the slipperiness of the material. A stone stair cladding in Peperino guarantees perfect adherence to passage as they are anti-slip and frost-proof.
5 – Customization: Ordering the staircase from the manufacturer is always the recommended choice. Only in this way will the staircase be built exactly to be usable in your space. The stairs will fit perfectly and, moreover, you will have the possibility to choose from a wide combination of designs and styles designed especially for you.