Split staircase with two flights diverging from central landing
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Most furniture can navigate without special techniques. Butterfly Stairs have a minimum clearance of 36 inches. The 180° turn allows furniture reorientation.
| Dimension | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Width | 72" |
| Minimum Clearance (critical) | 36" |
| Headroom | 84" |
| Total Rise | 105" |
| Tread Depth | 11" |
| Riser Height | 7.5" |
| Number of Risers | 14 |
180° landing split turn — allows furniture reorientation at the turn point.
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Standard butterfly stairs have a width of 72 inches, tread depth of 11 inches, and riser height of 7.5 inches. The total rise is 105 inches with 14 risers.
01Yes, most standard sofas (up to 84" wide) can fit up butterfly stairs with 36" clearance. The key is to tilt the sofa and navigate it diagonally.
02The minimum clearance on butterfly stairs is 36 inches. This is the narrowest point furniture must pass through. For safe passage, furniture's smallest dimension should be at least 2-3 inches less than this clearance.
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