Oak open riser space saver stair with balustrade

Space saver stairs, also known as loft stairs or paddle stairs. They should only be used where a normal staircase cannot and only serve one room. This staircase was used to reach a mezzanine area and met these criteria. However, we do not recommend space saver stairs. For more information on this type of staircase, see our blog post here.

Most paddle stairs do not feature a balustrade (handrail, baserail & spindles). However, this one does due to its position within the barn.
Although this is unusual, it is possible, but it can appear a little odd due to the very steep angle the handrail exits the post.

On a standard staircase, the risers are solid, letting no light through; however, with an open riser staircase, part of the riser is left open. Due to building regulations, open riser stairs must not allow a 100mm sphere to pass, so part of the riser must be closed off, usually with a part timber riser or a metal bar. In the case of this staircase, a part timber riser has been used to leave a 99mm gap. Also worth noting is that, on an open riser staircase, the treads are profiled front & back; in this case, with a "pencil round" profile.