Building a U-Shaped Winder Staircase with RedX Stairs

Welcome to the RedX Stairs tutorial! In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps to design a U-shaped winder staircase using the RedX Stair App.

Step 1: Open the RedX Stairs App

First, open the RedX Stairs app on your device. You will be prompted to choose the stringer type. You can select between a regular stringer or a closed stringer.

Step 2: Default Values and Cut List

Once the app loads, you'll see default values for a staircase design. These values are pre-set to give you a starting point and can be customized to fit your specific needs. Scrolling down, you will find the cut list, which includes plans for the upper stringer, lower stringer, tread, and riser.

Each component in the cut list is selectable. Click on any component to view the corresponding blueprint. This feature is helpful for examining specific parts of the staircase in detail.

Step 3: Customizing Your Staircase

To start customizing your staircase, press the button in the bottom right corner to open the measurements panel.

Customizable Parameters

Here, you can adjust various parts of the staircase:

• Total Stair Rise: Enter the total height of the staircase.
• Total Staircase Run or Stair Angle: Enter the total staircase run (the horizontal distance covered by the stairs) if you know it, or input the stair angle if you prefer. The app will automatically calculate the other parameter based on your input.
• Stringer Top Connection Type: Choose from different connection types:
  • Top Tread Down: The tread sits on top of the stringer.
  • Flush Half Tread: The tread is flush with the top edge of the stringer but extends halfway over.
  • Flush Full Tread: The tread is completely flush with the stringer edge.

• Number of Risers for the Upper Stair: Set the number of steps leading up to the winder.
• Number of Winder Risers: Define how many risers are in the winder section, where the stairs turn.
• Number of Bottom Risers: Set the number of steps from the bottom to the winder.
• Stringer Thickness: Customize the thickness of the stringer, the support beams of the staircase.
• Riser Thickness: Set the thickness of the risers, the vertical parts of the steps.
• Tread Thickness: Adjust the thickness of the treads, the horizontal parts of the steps.
• Nosing Width: Define how far the tread extends beyond the riser.

Step 4: Visualizing and Finalizing Your Design

As you make changes, the 3D stair plan will automatically update. This feature allows you to visualize the measurements and design in real-time, ensuring that all adjustments are accurate and meet your expectations.

Step 5: Exporting Your Blueprint

Once you're satisfied with your design, you can view the blueprint generated by the app. The blueprint provides detailed measurements and instructions for building your staircase. You have options to email, print, or export the blueprint directly from the app, making it easy to share with contractors or use on-site during construction.

We hope this tutorial helps you create the perfect U-shaped winder staircase using the RedX Stair App. Happy building!