Useful information
Our staircase kits come with a detailed instruction manual on building a staircase you can find them on our Installation Guides page.
In addition to this we have put together some useful information that you might like to consider before you start building a spiral staircase.
Don’t forget you can also look at our FAQs page for any more specific questions you may have.
The floor to floor measurement
In order to ensure you have the right spiral staircase kit we need to know the floor to floor measurement of the space the staircase will go in. This is the distance from the finished floor (e.g. paved patio) to finished floor (decking/landing). We will then pack your staircase kit so that it will have everything you need for that specific height.
Fixings
You will require fixings in order to secure the top of the stair, we do not supply these as they will vary depending on what material you are fixing the stairs to. Only you will be able to determine the best fixing for your building.
Base plate considerations
When placing your order with us we ask you if the base plate will be above or below the ground. So, if the ground is stable and you want to see the base plate to the stair choose above ground level. If the ground is not load bearing you will need to cast a footing in concrete. This would normally be below the ground or finished floor level and infilled to hide fixings. In this case select below ground level. If cast below ground level an additional column spacer is required.
Recommended tools
Before you start making a spiral staircase you will find the following tools useful to have to hand.
- An SDS drill with 12mm SDS drill bit for masonry
- A hacksaw
- A standard drill with a 4mm metal working drill bit
- An adjustable spanner with a 6- 20mm range
- A hammer
- Tape measure
We include a spacer in our staircase kits to help install the uprights/balusters, so they are parallel.
Working at height
You will be working at height when you install our spiral staircase kits, so it is important to think about any health and safety implications.
For working at height an access tower is recommended and a genie lift for installing the landing.
Heavy components
Some of the components of our DIY staircase kits are heavy so please take this into consideration when planning your install.
A minimum of two people are required to install our spiral stair kits.
