Architectural Drafting and Design (MindTap Course List)
Architectural Drafting and Design (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781285165738
Author: Alan Jefferis, David A. Madsen, David P. Madsen
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 39, Problem 39.1Q
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The definition of tread.

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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

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