Standard geometry
Curved staircases
Sweeping radius without full helix. Continuous over-the-post handrail.
- Custom-radius stringer work
- Continuous over-the-post handrail
- Shaped volute terminations
- Typical 8–12 weeks shop time
- Est. 198739 yrs
- Family-Owned
- Veteran-Owned
- 4.8★ Verified
- Lehigh Valley
Definition
What is a curved staircases stair?
A curved staircase is a continuous sweeping arc without the full helix of a circular stair, carried by a custom-radius stringer and a continuous over-the-post handrail. Shaped volute terminations finish the bottom. Typical shop time runs 8-12 weeks for the custom shop work.
Built & reviewed by Snyder Stairs · Whitehall, PA · Est. 1987 · Updated June 2026
How it compares
How does a turn-style stair save space?
The trade-off across the turning configurations is footprint versus comfort. A landing is easiest to walk; a winder is the most compact. Here is where each one sits.
| Configuration | Turns on | Footprint | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| L-shape | Flat square landing | Largest of the turns | Comfort, code rest point |
| Winder | Pie-shaped treads | Most compact | Tight footprints, basements |
| Switch-back | Mid-landing, 180° | Stacked / vertical | Apartments, stair towers |
| Curved | Custom-radius arc | Open sweep | Formal foyers, statement |
Curved staircases FAQs
Common questions about curved staircases.
Q: How much does a curved staircase cost?
Curved stairs are bid by design, not by catalog price, because the radius stringer work, continuous handrail, and shaped volute are all custom. They sit well above box and L-shape builds. Call (610) 443-2240 for a budget window after a site measure.
Q: What is an over-the-post handrail?
It's a continuous handrail that runs over the top of each newel rather than butting into the side of it, using fittings and a shaped volute at the bottom. It's the hallmark of a true curved stair and reads as one flowing line from foyer to landing.
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