What is BS EN 14076 - Terminology of Timber stairs about?
BS EN 14076 focuses on the terminology of timber stairs.
BS EN 14076 defines general terms relating to timber stairs or to timber in prefabricated stairs, including wood-based materials for dwellings and buildings other than dwellings for permanent use.
Who is BS EN 14076 - Terminology of Timber stairs for?
BS EN 14076 on timber stairs is useful for:
- Architects
- Real estate developers
- Civil engineers
- Construction industries
- Manufactures of timber products
Why should you use BS EN 14076 - Terminology of Timber stairs?
A timber stair is one in which the steps or steps and strings, that contribute to mechanical resistance and stability are made of solid wood and/or a combination of wood-based materials.
BS EN 14076 defines general terms for stair types, measures, types of steps, stair components, balustrade components, and spiral stairs.
Overall, BS EN 14076 can be used to improve the quality and durability of timber stairs in residences and structures other than dwellings that are used permanently.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN 14076:2013 supersedes BS EN 14076:2004 which is withdrawn.
Compared to EN 14076:2004 the following modifications have been made:
- Some definitions have been moved into 2.1 "General terms"
- Some definitions have been deleted because they were not commonly used
- Several definitions and figures have been
