Steps constructed from QUIKRETE®
Concrete Mix or QUIKRETE® 5000
High Early Strength Concrete Mix are
attractive and durable, and can provide
good traction is wet weather. For
homes, they are usually built 48" (14.6m) wide, or at least as wide as
the door and walk they serve. A landing should be used to divide
flights of steps more than 5' (1.5m) high. It is recommended that
landings be no less than 3' (1m) deep with the top landing no more
than 7 ½" (19cm) below the threshold of the door. To assure proper
drainage, the steps should pitch forward with a slope of approximately
¼" (6mm) per foot.
The height of the riser and depth of the tread are more important
factors for achieving maximum safety and convenience. Use the
following riser/tread proportion chart when building steps