Cyclopedia of architecture, carpentry, and building : a general reference work (1912)
American Technical Society · Chicago : American Technical Society · leaf 345
Pig. 30. Showing How a Cut or Open Stringis Finished at Top of Stair. 281 20 STAIR-BUILDING example, the first tread (No. 1) stands forward of the newel posttwo-thirds of its width. This is not necessary in every case, but it issometimes done to suit conditions in the hallway. The second newelis… … \y Fig. 31. Showing Ways of Trimming Well-Hole when Joists Run in Different Directions. cut string and the lower end of the second cut string. The platform(12) is supported by joists which are framed into the wall and arefastened against a trimmer running from the wall to the newel alongthe line…
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