Saddled Stringer Stair — Layout variation
Category: Layout variation
Stringer stair whose treads sit on top of the stringer.
In a saddled stringer staircase, the treads rest on the top edge of the stringers rather than being mortised into grooves. The stringers are cut with a tooth-shaped upper edge – known as toothed stringers – so the treads bear on the horizontal surfaces of the notches. The treads overhang the stringer slightly at the front and sides, giving the stair a striking, stepped and sculptural appearance. Saddled stringer staircases are usually executed openly, without risers, which gives them a light and modern feel. They are suitable for straight, curved and even compound-curved flights and can be made from solid timber, laminated wood or steel. The visible toothed stringer deserves particular attention in the design.
Related terms
Related terms: Toothed Stringer, Stringer Staircase (Umbrella Term), Housed Stringer Stair (Classic Variant), Centre-Stringer Stair, Stringer Tie Rod, Tread.