Double Stringer Staircase Detail Dwg -

Missing nosing alignment – All tread nosings must line up on the stringer top edge.
No landing beam support – Stringers must bear on a beam, not just a slab edge.
Wrong stringer thickness – 6mm steel is too thin for >1m wide stairs.
Ignoring torsion – Double stringers resist bending, but wide stairs may twist – add transverse bracing at mid-span if width > 1.5 m.
No handrail attachment detail – Show welded tabs or drilled holes in stringer for railing posts.


Use these standard layers for a professional CAD file:

| Layer name | Color | Lineweight | Content | |------------|-------|------------|---------| | A-STRU-BEAM | Cyan | 0.35 mm | Stringer outlines | | A-STRU-STEP | Magenta | 0.25 mm | Treads & risers | | A-STRU-REINF | Red | 0.18 mm | Rebar (concrete) | | A-ANNO-DIMS | Green | 0.18 mm | Dimensions | | A-ANNO-TEXT | White | Default | Labels, notes | | A-ANNO-HATC | 8 (Gray) | 0.13 mm | Hatching (concrete/steel) | | A-REF-GRID | 9 (Light gray) | 0.13 mm | Grid lines |


Plan view (typical):

[Wall]   |   [Stringer L]   |   Treads (span)   |   [Stringer R]   |   [Wall]

Section A-A (through stringer):

          Top landing slab
          ┌─────────────┐
          │             │
   Stringer│   ┌──────┐  │
   C-channel│   │Tread │  │
          │   └──────┘  │
          │   ┌──────┐  │
          │   │Riser │  │
          │   └──────┘  │
          └─────────────┘
          Bottom floor slab

Connection detail (steel):


| Drawing Sheet | Content | |---------------|---------| | A-101 | Plan & Section (1:20) | | A-102 | Cross-sections & Connection details (1:5, 1:10) | | A-103 | Material list, weld map, bolt schedule |


A double stringer staircase features two parallel support beams (stringers) running on either side of the treads, providing exceptional stability and a balanced aesthetic. These are commonly used in modern residential and industrial designs, often utilizing steel profiles like U-channels (UPN), square hollow sections (SHS), or flat plates. Key Technical Components for DWG Detailing double stringer staircase detail dwg

To create a "proper" professional staircase detail in CAD, your drawing should include the following specific elements:

Stringer Profiles: Specify the exact dimensions, such as a C12 x 20.7 channel or similar structural steel section.

Tread Connections: Show how the tread attaches to the stringer. Common methods include:

Concealed Steps: Treads are hidden within the height of the stringer for a flush, modern look.

Raised Treads: Treads sit on top of the stringers, often using steel angle brackets (e.g., ) for support. Top & Bottom Connections:

Top: Detailing the connection to the floor slab or beam. "Cranking" the stringer at the top to create a short horizontal section is a safer practice than connecting directly to a beam heel.

Bottom: Use base plates with anchor bolts to secure the stringers to the structural floor. Standard Proportions & Code Requirements ❌ Missing nosing alignment – All tread nosings

When setting up your DWG layout, adhere to these common engineering and safety standards:

The 7-11 Rule: A standard for safe steps is a 7-inch riser and an 11-inch tread.

The 27 Rule: For a comfortable rhythm, the sum of one riser and one tread should approximately equal 27 inches (e.g., 7" riser + 20" tread).

Stringer Spacing: For standard two-stringer setups, the stair width should typically not exceed 36 inches without a middle support to prevent sagging.

Nosing/Overhang: Most codes require treads to overhang risers by 3/4" to 1-1/4".

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Project: 3-story atrium staircase for a tech office in Austin, TX. Spec: 48" wide open steel double stringer, 14 risers, 16-foot span. Challenge: The architect wanted a "floating" look, but the building code required a 300 lbs/sq ft live load.

The DWG Solution:


| Parameter | Value | |-----------|-------| | Tread depth (going) | 250–300 mm (10–12″) | | Riser height | 150–190 mm (6–7.5″) | | Stair width (clear) | ≥ 900 mm (36″) for main stairs | | Nosing projection | 20–25 mm (0.75–1″) | | Headroom clearance | ≥ 2030 mm (80″) | | Stringer slope | 30°–35° (max 42° for private) | | Landing depth | ≥ stair width |

Rule of thumb: 2R + T = 600–630 mm (24–25″)


A double stringer staircase uses two inclined beams (stringers) – one on each side of the treads/risers – to support the steps. The treads span between the two stringers.

Common materials:

Key advantage: Open look (no central stringer), suitable for widths up to ~1200 mm (48″).


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