What Height Should Banister Be?

Handrails should be no less than 34 inches above the stair or ramp and no more than 38 inches above. If you are working with alternating tread devices or ship ladders, you should measure above the tread nosings. The handrail should be between 30-34 inches above.

What is the standard height of a banister?

Handrail height on the stairs should be no less than 34 inches and no greater than 38 inches. The way this is measured is to begin at the leading edge of the stair nosing and run an imaginary vertical line upward until it reaches the top of the railing.

How high should a banister rail be UK?

UK Regulations for Handrails & Balustrades

In all the buildings handrail height should be between 900mm and 1000mm measured from the top of the handrail to the pitch line.