Where would a hand rail be

If you&#;re remodeling your home or business, you probably already know the importance of a properly installed handrail. Handrails keep your building safe and accessible to all kinds of visitors. Beyond that, they&#;re required by residential and commercial business codes. And while handrail heights and lengths are fairly straightforward, other seemingly obvious factors can get a little confusing. For example, which side of a stairway should have a handrail? Scroll down to find out more about the regulations that determine stairway placement in homes and businesses.

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Which Side of a Stairway Should Have a Handrail?

Stairway Handrail Requirements: IRC Standards

If you&#;re unsure about which side of a stairway should have a handrail, international building codes are the best place to start. First, let&#;s take a look at the International Residential Code for One-and Two-Family Dwellings (IRC) and the International Building Code (IBC). These two codes typically serve as the model for local codes; so, chances are that your local codes will mimic these guidelines. Here&#;s the tricky part: neither the IRC nor the IBC dictate which side of the stairway should have a handrail. They dictate just about everything else, from handrail height to continuity, but the codes leave it up to the builder to determine the best placement for a handrail. That means your local building authority is likely your best resource.

Stairway Handrail Requirements: ADA Standards

The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) dictates that handrails must be &#;securely anchored, have a smooth surface and [be] easy to grasp.&#; ADA standards also require that handrails be mounted between 34 and 38 inches high. Finally, ADA code dictates that &#;where required, handrails shall be provided on both sides of stairs and ramps.&#; So, where is that stipulation required? Like we mentioned above, the answer can likely be found with your local residential and commercial building authorities.

The Reality: It Depends!

As you might have gathered by now, handrail placement is largely up to your local building authorities. Standard building codes aren&#;t completely clear as to handrail placement. A few things to keep in mind: First, if you&#;re only installing one handrail, it needs to continuously run the entire length of the stairs. You might also consider that most of the population is right-handed, so making a right-sided handrail is often a smart choice. When in doubt, you can&#;t go wrong by installing a handrail on both sides of the stairway. This ensures that multiple people can go up and down the stairs without sacrificing support and peace of mind.

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So, which side of the stairway should have a handrail? The answer: It depends. When in doubt, make sure to check with your local building officials for requirements in your area. Remember that each state and county may amend the standard international building codes, so a call to your building authorities is always a good idea. And, if you&#;d like to make sure your stairway is as accessible as possible, you might consider installing a handrail on both sides of the stairs. This ensures a balanced look and maximum accessibility.

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Measuring your space for a stair railing is a reasonably simple task, yet it still requires precision for your finished handrail to provide reliable support and optimal fall prevention. Knowledge of a few basic building code requirements and understanding what to measure will remove much of the stress that generally accompanies building or renovation projects. In this article, we&#;ll discuss the required measurements for residential and basic ADA-compliant handrails on stairs.

Elements to Measure

Regardless of the building type, proper handrail installation requires you to understand how to measure for length and height of the handrail. In addition, when installing a handrail that conforms to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines, measuring the stair slope angle is also required.

Measuring Handrail Length

The length of the handrail&#;s sloped section is measured on a line running along the nosings of all steps. This line starts at the nosing of the top landing and runs to the floor at the lower end. This line is called the &#;nosing line.&#; ADA-compliant stair handrails, which are mandatory in commercial settings, must run the entire length of the nosing line. In addition, these regulations require a 12-inch horizontal section of railing at the top of the stairs, starting at a point directly above the upper nosing.

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In residential settings, handrails must conform to some but not all elements of the ADA guidelines. In these settings, the railing must be continuous, starting at the nosing of the upper landing and extending at a minimum to the nosing of the lowest step or &#;riser.&#; In addition, for optimal safety, the handrail should run the entire length of the nosing line wherever possible.

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Measuring Handrail Height

The top surface of the handrail should be between 34 and 38 inches above the floor or above the nosing line. Some installation guides suggest marking this height by measuring from the nosings of the steps. Because brackets should be fastened to studs or an equivalent solid structural member in the wall, it&#;s helpful to know where the nosing line is, since the studs are unlikely to line up precisely with the steps.

Note: In areas where children will be the primary handrail users, the maximum handrail height is 28 inches. If there is an adult handrail present, there should be a minimum of 9 inches of clearance between the two handrails.

Measuring for Stair Slope

Determining the stair slope is required to create the correct transition angle between the horizontal and sloped sections of an ADA-compliant handrail. If the slope is between 30 and 34 degrees, you should be able to use a standard 32-degree bend. If not, you may require a custom combination of bends or a Promenaid Universal Bend.

In order to calculate the slope of your stairs, measure the rise of the steps and the tread run. Then, you can simply use the table below to find the slope &#; also called stair pitch or angle of inclination &#; in degrees. Note that the angles where a standard 32-degree bend can be used are shown in grey.

A smartphone app can also be used to measure the stair slope. Position the long edge of your smartphone along the nosing line, or if a molding runs parallel to the stair slope, you can measure its angle instead. For ADA regulations for ramp handrails, check out this handy guide to ramp handrails.

How to Install a Handrail

Once you&#;ve measured your space, you&#;re ready to learn how to install a handrail. Promenaid handrails are uniquely simple to install. Our handrails and grab bars are highly versatile and can be adapted to fit almost any space. Available in a variety of colors, our Endura&#; anodized aluminum handrails are scratch and chip resistant, ensuring that your railings look their best for years to come.

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We offer a selection of how-to videos for every aspect of installing our innovative railings. Our documents page and blog are also excellent resources during the handrail installation process. If you run into an issue that isn&#;t covered by these resources, our team of experts is always available to answer questions and assist you.

Still unsure about how to measure for your project? Contact us at Promenaid and talk to an expert. We&#;ll help you design the perfect handrail for your home, business or your customer-beautiful, code-compliant, easy to install and delivered in as little as 24 hours. Our handrails can also be purchased through local dealers. (Find a dealer near you with our convenient search tool.) Whether you&#;re shopping for a kit or a handrail component, Promenaid is here for all of your handrail installation needs.

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