Unit 208: Parts of a Staircase

What is the purpose of a handrail in a staircase?

• To hang clothes on while going up or down

• As part of the design to add decoration to the staircase

• To provide support and stability when using the stairs.

• To provide a place to rest your arm while walking

What is the function of a newel in a staircase?

• The function of a newel in a staircase is to provide support and stability to the handrail and balusters.

• The function of a newel in a staircase is to play music when touched

• The function of a newel in a staircase is to hold decorative items

• The function of a newel in a staircase is to provide lighting for the staircase

What is the part of the staircase that you step on called?

• The part of the staircase that you step on is called a Footrest

• The part of the staircase that you step on is called a going.

• The part of the staircase that you step on is called Staircase slab

• The part of the staircase that you step on is called a Tread.

What is the vertical part of a step called?

• Tread

• Riser

• Landing

• Stringer

What is the inclined beam on both sides of a stairs that supports the treads and risers of a staircase called?

• Railing

• Baluster

• Joist

• Stringer

What is the purpose of a newel cap in a staircase?

• The purpose of a newel cap in a staircase is to provide a decorative and finishing touch to the newel post.

• The purpose of a newel cap in a staircase is to hold the staircase railing in place.

• The purpose of a newel cap in a staircase is to provide structural support to the staircase.

• The purpose of a newel cap in a staircase is to prevent people from falling off the staircase

What is the maximum height for a riser in a private staircase?

• The Maximum height for a riser in a staircase is 220mm

• The maximum height for a riser in a staircase is 250mm.

• The maximum height for a riser in a staircase is 200mm

• The maximum height for a riser in a staircase is 300mm.

What is the minimum depth for a tread in a private staircase?

• The Minimum depth for a tread in a staircase is 230mm.

• The minimum depth for a tread in a staircase is 250mm.

• The minimum depth for a tread in a staircase is 260mm.

• The minimum depth for a tread in a staircase is 220mm.

What is the purpose of a stringer in a staircase?

• The purpose of a stringer in a staircase is to provide support and structure for the steps or treads.

• The purpose of a stringer in a staircase is to add fragrance to the staircase

• The purpose of a stringer in a staircase is to provide lighting for the staircase

• The purpose of a stringer in a staircase is to hold decorative elements in place