Essentials

How to get started fast and efficiently in StairDesigner. Everything from basic set up and design to multi-flight stairs and Quick Design libraries.

Initial set up and overview

An overview of the basic settings, features and interface within StairDesigner. How to change the language and units, plus a look at the Quick Design toolbars and the common commands they include.

Basic design

Step by step StairDesigner advice covering basic design concepts to get you up and running fast with the software.

Basic design continued

More key design features...

Part properties

A look at each of the components of a stair project - steps, stringboards, handrails and newel posts - and how to modify their parameters.

Link parameters

Link parameters describe the way the parts are assembled to each other, so between stringboards, steps/risers, newel posts and handrails.

Multi-flight stairs, straight and circular

How to use StairDesigner’s multi-flight stair feature to create projects with multiple straight and circular flights.

Quick Design libraries

StairDesigner's Quick Design libraries stock all materials for easy application, plus step shaping curves.

Manufacturing methods

Manufacturing methods speed up the design and build process, and minimise the risk of human error. These methods contain pre-configured assembly preferences for many aspects of your stair projects.

Manufacturing output

An introduction to StairDesigner's manufacturing output.

Recommended workflow and next steps

Some reminders on how to get the most out of StairDesigner.