Construction Master Stair Calculator
The Construction Master can be used as a stair calculator, to figure rafter lengths, squaring walls, and many more uses. In addition to the special purpose uses already mentioned the construction master can also perform the functions of a regular calculator. This is the handiest stair construction tool to come along since the framing square. Accurate to within 1/16th of an inch it will greatly speed up and simplify the math involved with stair layout. Stair Calculator FunctionsAfter entering the values for total rise, run, and desired riser height the construction master will accurately and quickly display the following information. Total RiseTotal Run Desired Riser Height Desired Tread WidthFraction Setting or the accuracy 1/16 1/8 etc. Number of Stair Risers Riser Height Riser Difference, Plus or Minus Number of Stair Treads Tread Width Tread Difference, Plus or Minus Stringer Length Angle of InclineStair Calculator Riser SettingBy default the desired riser and tread settings are set at 7 1/2" and 10" respectively. The desired riser height can be reset to a new height if you need it for a special set of stairs such as the type used in nursing homes. Lets say you need to build stairs with a 5 1/2" rise to reset the desired riser height you would use the following key strokes to enter the new default setting for the calculator. Press 5, inch, 1, /, 2, stair, and the calculator window will display R-Htm 5 1/2. This tool really is that easy to use. Free Trial DownloadGet a free 30 day trial of the Construction Master calculator for your PC by filling out the form below. Sorry MAC user's, this is only for windows. After completion of the form, a link to the download will be e mailed to you. There is also a short demo of the Calculator available, even though you won't be able to input your own values.

Uses for Construction Master 5Roof FramingGable Roof FramingHipGambrel ValleyBuilding StairsSpiral Straight L Shaped U Shaped Winders Deck Stairs
Wall FramingRaked WallsBalloon Framed Gable Walls Squaring WallsThis is merely a small sampling of the functions of this calculator. It is truly the best carpentry tool since the invention of the electric saw. Links to Related PagesStair Calculator to Homepage Stair Layout Portable Stairs Prefabricated Stairs Framing Square Sitemap Top of Page
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