Spiral Staircases Vs. Regular
Spiral staircases provide a nice aesthetic touch to most spaces. However, there are serious considerations to take into account when deciding between a spiral staircase and a traditional staircase. Does this Spark an idea?
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Aesthetics
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Spiral staircases are unique, with pleasing design elements, and are often used in elegant settings. Choosing a spiral staircase, then, adds a certain level of sophistication and aesthetic pleasantness to the space where it resides.
Space
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A spiral staircase takes up a very small footprint and is ideal when space is limited.
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Accessibility
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Spiral staircases are very steep and can be difficult to ascend and descend for some people. In addition, it is difficult to transport items--such as furniture--on them. A regular staircase is preferable if the mobility and accessibility of the users is a concern.
Do-It-Yourself
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Spiral staircases are often sold as kits, and can be assembled at home, which lessens the cost of stair installation.
Building Codes
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Spiral staircase producers generally meet standard codes for such stairs, but local building codes may be more stringent. Your locality may require too much "red tape" to make installing spiral stairs practical, in which case regular stairs will be required.
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References
- Photo Credit spiral staircase image by Christopher Hall from Fotolia.com
