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Stair calculator

Estimate step count, actual rise and tread.

Your result

Complete the fields and calculate.

Calculation method and formula

round up(Floor-to-floor height [cm] ÷ Target rise [cm]); 63 − 2 × (Floor-to-floor height [cm] ÷ round up(Floor-to-floor height [cm] ÷ Target rise [cm]))

Understand the inputs

Floor-to-floor height
Unit: cm. Use a measured value or your own assumption.
Target rise
Unit: cm. Use a measured value or your own assumption.

Assumptions and limitations

Riser count is rounded up, then rise and an approximate stride relationship are calculated. Headroom, run, handrails and local building rules are not checked.

The formula uses the specified units. Displayed numbers are rounded; whole packs, item counts and full time periods may also be rounded within the calculation.

Worked example

Illustrative values. Replace them with your own inputs for your calculation.

Floor-to-floor height
280 cm
Target rise
17.5 cm
Example result16 risers

Actual rise: 17.5 cm · guide tread: 28 cm.

Model revision: October 17, 2026 · How CleverCalc works

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How does Stair calculator work?+

round up(Floor-to-floor height [cm] ÷ Target rise [cm]); 63 − 2 × (Floor-to-floor height [cm] ÷ round up(Floor-to-floor height [cm] ÷ Target rise [cm])). Riser count is rounded up, then rise and an approximate stride relationship are calculated. Headroom, run, handrails and local building rules are not checked.

What assumptions should I consider for this result?+

Riser count is rounded up, then rise and an approximate stride relationship are calculated. Headroom, run, handrails and local building rules are not checked. The formula uses the specified units. Displayed numbers are rounded; whole packs, item counts and full time periods may also be rounded within the calculation.

How accurate is the result?+

The formula uses the specified units. Displayed numbers are rounded; whole packs, item counts and full time periods may also be rounded within the calculation. Prices, measurements and model assumptions determine how well the result represents your situation.

Is this calculator free?+

Yes. Calculations and PDF export work without an account or registration.

What happens to my inputs?+

Calculations run in your browser. Results are saved locally only when you add them to My results; favourites and history are also local. Shared links contain your values. The currency tool requests the selected currencies from its rate provider without sending your amount.

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