Starting Step — Underfoot element
Category: Underfoot element
First and lowest step of a stair flight.
The starting step is the first step of a staircase. It marks the beginning of the stair flight and serves as the entry point for ascending. The starting step is often designed wider or differently shaped than the following steps to visually and functionally highlight the entrance to the staircase.
Related terms
Related terms: Top Step, Bottom Newel Post, Tread, Riser, Stringers.