Questions tagged [24 inches]

Chiara Fri Aug 02 2024 | 5 answers 1090

Excuse me, could you please clarify what you mean by "a ramp" and what context this question is being asked in? However, if I assume you're referring to a ramp used for accessibility purposes, such as a wheelchair ramp, the length of the ramp would depend on the desired slope of the ramp. A common recommendation for wheelchair ramps is to have a slope no steeper than 1:12, which means that for every inch of vertical rise, the ramp should extend at least 12 inches horizontally. So, for a 24-inch vertical rise, a ramp with a 1:12 slope would need to be at least 288 inches long (24 inches multiplied by 12). It's important to note that this is just a recommendation, and the actual length of the ramp may vary depending on the specific requirements and constraints of the site where it will be installed. Additionally, if the ramp is for a different purpose or has different constraints, the slope may need to be adjusted accordingly.