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Jolana Ludvikova

8 years ago

Hi I love your design of floating staircase but just wondering how child friendly they are and what is the estimate thanks J

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PRO
CANAL Architectural
8 years ago
Hi Jolana,

I noticed your question was unanswered. Whilst I cannot speak specifically about this particular staircase, we have manufactured a large number of similar staircases in family homes. It really comes down to how you feel as an individual as most companies such as ourselves will not install a staircase that does not meet the building control regulations in the UK.

These regulations limit gaps and danger areas on a staircase. That being said I can see that the final tread on this particular staircase does not have a handrail. This may not not advisable if it were to be frequently used by children. I would also advise strongly that there should be some form of nosing detail should you choose to go for timber treads. This will help provide some level of grip on the sometimes slippery timber treads and also help resist wear from lots of little feet running up and down.

I hope this helps, please comment further should you require any more information :)

CANAL
PRO
Rhoco
8 years ago
Hi Canal,

Thank you for answering that question! I'm sure that the favour can be returned sometime soon.
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Jolana Ludvikova
Original Author
8 years ago
Thanks for your comment. If I email you our floor plan would you be able to advice me the design & give me estimate? Thanks Jolana
Ps: I am new to this website so still learning how to use it properly
PRO
CANAL Architectural
8 years ago
Hi Jolana,

No problem! We are also very new to the website so we are learning as we go. You can email myself: andrewlord@canalengineering.co.uk and I will happily answer any questions you may have and advise on any design ideas.

Thanks, Andrew

CANAL Architectural
PRO
Rhoco
8 years ago
Hi Jolana,

You may wish to contact myself also james@rhoco.co.uk

Thank you

James

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