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In order to discuss the layout and construction of stairs, you need to know the names of the parts
of a set of stairs. correct answers True
Stairs can be built with open stringers or housed stringers. correct answers True
Nearly all stair details include a notation showing the number of treads with their height and the
number of risers with their width. correct answers False
Very low risers combined with very deep treads can make for awkward stairs. correct answers
True
____ are the main support members of stairs. correct answers Stringers
The assembly made up of the stringers and vertical supports is called a stair ____. correct
answers carriage
The ____ are the surfaces one steps on. correct answers treads
____ are the vertical boards between the treads. correct answers Risers
A ____ is a platform in the middle of the stairs. correct answers landing
The ____ of the stairs is the horizontal distance covered by the stairs. correct answers run
The ____ of the stairs is the total vertical dimension of the stairs. correct answers rise
The ____ is the portion of the tread that projects beyond the riser. correct answers nosing
, The underside of the nosing may be trimmed with molding called stair ____. correct answers
cove
____ are the vertical pieces that support the handrail at each step. correct answers Balusters
The ____ is a heavier vertical support used at the bottom of the stair. correct answers newel post
The balusters, newel post, and handrail together are called a ____. correct answers balustrade
____ stringers are cut in a sawtooth pattern to form a surface for fastening the treads. correct
answers Open
____ stringers are routed out, so the treads fit between them. correct answers Housed
____ stairs are the simplest design. correct answers Straight
L-shaped and U-shaped stairs have a ____ at the change in directions. correct answers landing
Thermal insulation is any material that is used to aid the flow of heat. correct answers False
The furring, if any is to be used, and the thickness of the gypsum wallboard are indicated on the
wall sections. correct answers True
Ceramic tile may be installed over a base of water-resistant gypsum board, plaster, or plywood.
correct answers False
It is common for things like finish color to be left for the owner to choose. correct answers True
In order to discuss the layout and construction of stairs, you need to know the names of the parts
of a set of stairs. correct answers True
Stairs can be built with open stringers or housed stringers. correct answers True
Nearly all stair details include a notation showing the number of treads with their height and the
number of risers with their width. correct answers False
Very low risers combined with very deep treads can make for awkward stairs. correct answers
True
____ are the main support members of stairs. correct answers Stringers
The assembly made up of the stringers and vertical supports is called a stair ____. correct
answers carriage
The ____ are the surfaces one steps on. correct answers treads
____ are the vertical boards between the treads. correct answers Risers
A ____ is a platform in the middle of the stairs. correct answers landing
The ____ of the stairs is the horizontal distance covered by the stairs. correct answers run
The ____ of the stairs is the total vertical dimension of the stairs. correct answers rise
The ____ is the portion of the tread that projects beyond the riser. correct answers nosing
, The underside of the nosing may be trimmed with molding called stair ____. correct answers
cove
____ are the vertical pieces that support the handrail at each step. correct answers Balusters
The ____ is a heavier vertical support used at the bottom of the stair. correct answers newel post
The balusters, newel post, and handrail together are called a ____. correct answers balustrade
____ stringers are cut in a sawtooth pattern to form a surface for fastening the treads. correct
answers Open
____ stringers are routed out, so the treads fit between them. correct answers Housed
____ stairs are the simplest design. correct answers Straight
L-shaped and U-shaped stairs have a ____ at the change in directions. correct answers landing
Thermal insulation is any material that is used to aid the flow of heat. correct answers False
The furring, if any is to be used, and the thickness of the gypsum wallboard are indicated on the
wall sections. correct answers True
Ceramic tile may be installed over a base of water-resistant gypsum board, plaster, or plywood.
correct answers False
It is common for things like finish color to be left for the owner to choose. correct answers True
