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Comparison guide

Mono Stringer vs Floating vs Traditional Stairs

Compare modern stair types before choosing a fabrication path.

Modern stair language is often loose. This guide separates support methods from visual style so the project team can price and build the right system.

Start with structure, not style

The finished stair can look minimal, but the steel behind it needs clear load paths, connection points, and a guard strategy before fabrication starts.

  • Opening dimensions
  • Floor-to-floor height
  • Tread material
  • Guard and handrail type
  • Finish and installation access

Buildability decides the final detail

A beautiful stair still has to enter the building, line up with finished floors, and accept the railing system without field improvisation.

Related questions

Which option is most cost predictable?

A straight mono stringer is usually more predictable than a concealed cantilevered stair because the support strategy is visible and easier to coordinate.

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