Spiral Staircase Calculator

Calculate the dimensions and specifications for your spiral staircase design.

Staircase Dimensions
Typically 360° for one full rotation
Results

Enter staircase dimensions and click Calculate to see results.

How to Use
  1. Enter the total rise (floor to floor height)
  2. Enter the staircase diameter
  3. Enter the number of steps
  4. Enter the total rotation in degrees (typically 360°)
  5. Enter the center pole diameter
  6. Enter the handrail height
  7. Click Calculate to get the staircase specifications
About Spiral Staircase Calculator

This calculator helps you determine the dimensions and specifications for your spiral staircase design.

Key Measurements:

  • Rise per Step: Total rise ÷ Number of steps
  • Run per Step: (π × Diameter) ÷ Number of steps
  • Headroom: The vertical clearance above the stairs
  • Handrail Length: The length of the handrail spiral

Building Code Requirements:

  • Minimum headroom: 6'8" (80 inches or 203 cm)
  • Minimum stair width: 26 inches (66 cm)
  • Maximum rise per step: 9.5 inches (24 cm)
  • Minimum run per step: 6 inches (15 cm)