I have not decided myself if there should be a gap against the wall. If you don't want it, you can drill in about 2 M12 threaded rods or something similar so the ladder gets support from the wall without it being visible.
But as I said, your build looks good. I hope you continue to upload pictures so we can see the result.
But as I said, your build looks good. I hope you continue to upload pictures so we can see the result.
So, now the staircase - sorry, the framework - is finished and we had to test walk it even though the "opening" is not until tomorrow! 
http://lundhagen.blogspot.com/2007/09/trappan-klar_14.html
http://lundhagen.blogspot.com/2007/09/trappan-klar_14.html
Yes, wow is probably the right word and I can reveal that even we are occasionally surprised by how they always do that little extra - some detail or gesture you simply didn't expect. It can be anything from a super smart detail solution to a small bouquet of flowers!perstr said:
I can also report that the staircase is now frequently used as a "construction staircase" and everyone is really satisfied! The generously sized landing, in particular, is appreciated, so it's something I can recommend if you have the space! Originally, I had a dream of being able to "furnish" the landing - well, put in a small reading chair - and now I actually think it's going to work!
That turned out to be a really nice staircase. What will you do next? Will it be lacquered in some color?
Thank you for the compliment, and yes, the idea is that we will paint it in some way. I'm considering painting it the same color as the internal window frames, which is RAL 7016 (anthracite gray). I'm a little worried it might look "cheap" if painted with a brush, so maybe spraying it is better? Does anyone have experience with painting steel and knows what works best?Andreas_Hansson said:
I've also considered cladding the beams with plasterboard, but it seems a bit of a shame to cover the steel frame, which is an important part of the staircase's appearance.
Other suggestions on how to make the staircase look even cooler are welcome
Maybe you should sandblast it before you paint it?
Blasting is done to remove rust and slag after welding, and to create a good surface for painting. Trust me, it's not something you do on-site. If you paint it with a roller and a good paint (read: a lot of solvent), it will look like it's spray-painted. Such paint is incredibly forgiving, just remember to stop painting in time so you don't leave streaks in the semi-dry paint.
I talked a bit with the local paint store and he said it should be fine to paint it directly as long as you prime with some rust protection paint first. If it's possible to make it look spray-painted with a roller, I think I'll be satisfied with that!
Is there any point in going and buying spray paint at Biltema or not?
Is there any point in going and buying spray paint at Biltema or not?
How is it going with the angles? I'm curious to see how your choice of step-solution looks in reality. Choosing how to fasten the step was definitely the hardest, but also the area where one can be most creative.larry78 said:
I was informed that they would come this week. Really hoping for that. I myself had thought of using 4 screws per step. Also considered milling down the step into the metal angle. So the 3mm that the sheet metal is. Possibly they will be pl400 as well. But I thought I would try jumping on it when it's screwed and see what happens. Prefer not to glue in case it has to be renovated in the future. Convenient to run the steps through the jointer, and the stairs look like new Leaning towards running electrical cable to each step to be able to install lighting, also filling the beam with foam sealant to make it a bit quieter. (Colleague's idea) Alternatively concrete-filling it which would make it fire-rated
Leaning towards running electrical cable to each step to be able to install lighting, also filling the beam with foam sealant to make it a bit quieter. (Colleague's idea) Alternatively concrete-filling it which would make it fire-rated Insert Rampamuffar (http://images.google.se/images?hl=s...=rampamuff&oe=UTF-8&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wi) into the steps and screw with M6 screws. It becomes strong as hell.
At the risk of hijacking your thread, my angles have arrived and tomorrow there will be welding. I've been thinking about something like this as a railing: http://www.lumenrail.com/UserImages/lumenrail_wall_mount.gif Any ideas for the construction?