This section describes the different types of staircases and stair products available. Staircases are generally constructed from timber, precast concrete or metal. All three can incorporate glass into their design. The various types of design and information on selecting staircases is described in more detail in each section.

Building Regulations
If your new staircase is for a new build or a large refurbishment it will have to comply with the current Building Regulations. These are part K for straight flight, quarter and half turn and BS5395 for spirals and helicals.

If you do not require planning permission for the work you are carrying out, strictly speaking the stairs don't have to comply with the regulations but do bear in mind that the staircase might be inspected should you later sell the property.

The regulations generally cover the relationship between the rise and going of the staircase ensuring it is not too steep to use. DO NOT purchase a staircase without confirming with an architect / staircase supplier that the chosen model complies with the relevant regulation.