How to build a staircase in the basement

The staircase leading to the basement must be not so much decorative as convenient, reliable and functional. There are several ways to install stairs depending on the purpose of the basement, temperature and humidity in it.

If the basement is supposed to be used to store reserves, then the ladder with a support from finished metal blocks will be installed. Such a design withstands significant loads, easy to manufacture. In addition, it is not susceptible to rotting and enough moisture resistant.

Standard from standard concrete marches can be used in the basement rooms of any type. But for such a design, more square will be required, and the walls of the house must have a significant margin of safety. Therefore, the most common option is a concrete basis staircase made according to individual sizes. The most optimal width of the base ladder is 90 cm.

Wooden stairs can be used if the basement has a full-fledged living room with a normal temperature regime and a low humidity level.

The construction of the stairs begins with the installation of the support, according to the calculated size. Usually the support is attached to the wall, along which the staircase will be installed. If it is planned autonomously standing design, then the upper and lower supports are mounted. The next step is to assemble the formwork for the steps and the fill in it of the concrete mix. After complete pouring of the concrete, the staircase is finished with a tree or tile. The minimum thickness of the steps is 2.4 cm, which ensures the necessary strength. After that, the railing is installed, which can be made of wood, forged metal, plastic. A comfortable height of the railing should not exceed 90 cm.

To increase the utility operational area, you can use the premium space, mounted there shelves or closed cabinets.

Careful preliminary calculation, strict compliance with installation technology ensures safe and convenient exploitation of the staircase for long years.