Architectural Drafting and Design (MindTap Course List)
Architectural Drafting and Design (MindTap Course List)
7th Edition
ISBN: 9781285165738
Author: Alan Jefferis, David A. Madsen, David P. Madsen
Publisher: Cengage Learning
bartleby

Concept explainers

Question
Book Icon
Chapter 39, Problem 39.1Q
To determine

The definition of tread.

Expert Solution & Answer
Check Mark

Explanation of Solution

A tread is defined as a horizontal step of the stairs. It is generally made from 1´´(25 mm) material in enclosed stairs and 2´´( 50 mm) material on open stair. According to IRC ,the minimum tread depth should be 10´´(254 mm) for the individual tread run but size varies based on the type of construction and walk line location. The diagram is shown below:

  Architectural Drafting and Design (MindTap Course List), Chapter 39, Problem 39.1Q

Want to see more full solutions like this?

Subscribe now to access step-by-step solutions to millions of textbook problems written by subject matter experts!
Students have asked these similar questions
How can smaller municipalities with limited resources effectively integrate environmental site planning practices into their projects?
Help me finish solving this problem. Tips on how to solve are listed at the bottom of the image
Answer numbers 1&2. Show complete solution and write the proper units thanks
Knowledge Booster
Background pattern image
Civil Engineering
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, civil-engineering and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.
Similar questions
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
Recommended textbooks for you
Text book image
Architectural Drafting and Design (MindTap Course...
Civil Engineering
ISBN:9781285165738
Author:Alan Jefferis, David A. Madsen, David P. Madsen
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Text book image
Construction Materials, Methods and Techniques (M...
Civil Engineering
ISBN:9781305086272
Author:William P. Spence, Eva Kultermann
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Text book image
Fundamentals Of Construction Estimating
Civil Engineering
ISBN:9781337399395
Author:Pratt, David J.
Publisher:Cengage,
Text book image
Engineering Fundamentals: An Introduction to Engi...
Civil Engineering
ISBN:9781305084766
Author:Saeed Moaveni
Publisher:Cengage Learning