Tactile Indicator Requirements Tactile Indicator Guidelines Firstly, place tactile indicators across the full width of walking paths, enabling individuals to detect them with a cane or underfoot. Additionally, position warning indicators at the top and bottom of stairs, ramps, and escalators to alert users to potential hazards. Furthermore, ensure that the top of each tactile [...]
Design for Access and Mobility Standards 2021 Single Strip First, use one continuous strip of color for the nosing. Width Next, ensure the strip measures between 50mm and 75mm wide. Luminance Contrast Additionally, maintain a minimum luminance contrast of 30% with the background. Position Furthermore, set the strip back no more than 15mm from the [...]
Glow in the Dark- Photoluminescent Stair Nosing and Standards. Glow in the dark stair nosing standards “Glow-in-the-dark” materials, also known as photoluminescent materials, contain special inorganic pigments that shine when the lights go out. First, when these pigments absorb light from sources like lamps or sunlight, they store the energy by [...]
Do I have to have nosing on one step? Do I have to have nosing on one step? People often ask whether two steps can be classified as a stairway. To answer this question, we must first clarify what defines a stairway. What defines a stair way? According to the Building Code [...]
An unfinished edge can pose a tripping hazard, particularly for children and the elderly. This is particularly important in high-traffic areas such as homes, schools, and commercial buildings, where safety should be prioritised. Installing end caps addresses potential hazards, making your staircase safer. Stair Nosing End Caps When it comes to stair [...]
What is the difference between a stair-nosing strip and a stair-nosing profile? A stair strip is a contrast strip that is surface-mounted to the edge of a step. On the other hand, a stair-nosing profile is an extrusion that is attached to the edge of a stair step. This profile not only covers the flat [...]
Do I need stair nosing ? Yes, they are required in Australia for new buildings and buildings with public access. They are a safety feature that helps prevent slips and falls, and protects the edges of the stairs. Building codes compliance: In most cases, it is essential to include stair nosing, particularly if your building [...]
Stair nosing for broadloom carpet. Aluminum stair nosing is a common choice for broadloom carpet. It protects and defines the edge of the stairs. What to consider when choosing stair nosing for broadloom carpet Material for broadloom carpet Both aluminum and stainless steel, on the one hand, serve as excellent choices for stair nosing. However, stainless [...]
Flush mount or flat stair nosing A "flush mount" stair nosing means that the nosing sits completely flat on the surface of the stair tread, creating a smooth, even finish with no visible overhang or lip, essentially aligning with the top of the step rather than protruding above it; it is installed flush with the [...]
Luminance Contrast and Compliance in stair nosings Luminance contrast is the percentage of light reflected off two adjacent surfaces. What is meant by luminance Contrast in stair nosings? Luminance Contrast and Compliance in Stair Nosings. Why 30%? Luminance contrast is a value given to a surface to indicate how much light is reflected of two adjacent [...]