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Here you will find an extensive glossary of staircase related terminology, including definitions and descriptions of frequently misunderstood or unknown terms.
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| Pitch | The pitch of a stair is the angle between the pitch line and the horizontal, i.e. the main upward angle of the stair  |
| Pitch Line | The pitch line is the notional line connecting the nosings of all the treads in a flight of stairs  |
| Private Stair | A private stair is a stair within a single dwelling, which is not accessible to the public |
