Building steps for an attached deck

Posted by Edwin Pawlowski on August 6, 2005, 7:59 pm

>4 stringers should be enough for a 6 foot wide stairs. If you are using
> 2X6 as treads,

2 x 6 for treads? I hope there will be two of them. The actual dimension of
5 1/2" is not to code.

Posted by Mikepier on August 6, 2005, 5:37 pm

That's what I meant to say, sorry. 2 2X6"s to give you an 11' tread.

Posted by on August 6, 2005, 5:17 am

As a supplement to Mikepier: Check the beam to which the steps are
attached for strength.
Steps dropping three feet should be anchored at the bottom.
I'd consider shims or spacers to let water drain from the bottom end
grain.
International Residential Code requires a "Guard" 36 inches high if
deck or stair is more than 30 inches above grade.

TB

Posted by DRM on August 6, 2005, 4:38 pm

> As a supplement to Mikepier: Check the beam to which the steps are
> attached for strength.
> Steps dropping three feet should be anchored at the bottom.
> I'd consider shims or spacers to let water drain from the bottom end
> grain.
> International Residential Code requires a "Guard" 36 inches high if
> deck or stair is more than 30 inches above grade.
> TB

Thanks for your reply, TB. If you have anything to add to the questions
posed to Mikepier, I would be greatful!

Dale

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