Stairs

Stair Calculator

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How to use Stair Calculator

What the tool does, how to run it, and what to expect from the result.

About this stair calculator

Divide the total rise by the maximum riser height and round up: 108 ÷ 7.75 = 13.9, so 14 risers of 108 ÷ 14 = 7.71 in. There is one fewer tread than risers: 13 × 10.5 in = 136.5 in of run. The stringer is the hypotenuse, √(108² + 136.5²) = 174 in. The IRC allows risers up to 7¾ in and treads from 10 in.

At a glance

Who Stair Calculator is for

A quick way to understand who this helps, what it solves, and where it connects next.

Best fit

Homeowners, DIYers and contractors estimating materials before a store run.

Ideal for

Using the stair calculator without installing anything or signing up.

FAQ

Common questions

Short answers for the questions people usually have before trying a utility like this.

What is a comfortable stair?

A common rule is 2 × riser + tread = 24-25 in. A 7.5 in riser with a 10 in tread fits.

Why are there fewer treads than risers?

The top floor itself is the last step, so it needs a riser but no tread.

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