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Calculate Concrete for Steps & Stairs

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Calculate cubic yards of concrete needed for stairs. Enter rise, run, width, and number of steps.

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Calculating Concrete for Stairs
Building Code Requirements

Dimensions

Riser: 15-18 cm। Tread: 25-30 cm। Width: 90+ cm (residential)। Blondel: 2×riser + tread = 60-65 cm। 5 steps: ~0.25-0.3 m³ concrete। Indian homes: RCC stairs standard।

Safety

Handrail: mandatory above 3 steps। Anti-slip nosing: ₹50-100/step। Granite/marble treads: popular in Indian homes (₹100-300/sq ft)।

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Frequently asked questions

Riser height?▾

15-18 cm। Tread: 25-30 cm. Comfortable: 2R+T = 60-65 cm।

Granite treads?▾

₹100-300/sq ft। Premium look, durable, easy to clean。

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