Description
https://www.homebuildingandrepairs.com/stairs/index.html - Ever faced a situation where a sloped driveway or public sidewalk leaves you with a crooked bottom step? It’s a common contractor nightmare: you have a 2-inch riser on one side and a 12-inch riser on the other!
While building codes give us strict guidelines for stair safety, real-world obstacles like fixed sidewalks and driveways often force us to think outside the box. In this video, we break down exactly how to handle uneven stair risers on a slope and look at 3 practical design solutions to fix the problem.
What You’ll Learn:
The "San Francisco" Problem: Why fixed public sidewalks force uneven riser heights.
The Level Landing Fix: How to cut into an existing driveway to level out your bottom step and how to avoid creating a massive trip hazard or blocking vehicles.
Stair Rotation: How changing the direction of your stairway by 90 or 180 degrees can completely solve your slope issues.
The Sloped Walkway Solution: Why adding a slight "twist" or slope to a transitional walkway might be your best (and safest) option if you have the budget.
Pro-Tip: Don't forget to check in with your local building and safety department before pouring any concrete! Take a walk around your neighborhood too you might just find a creative solution a neighbor has already figured out.
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