bandedstaircase
nounUK /ˈbændɪdˌstɛəkeɪs/
US /ˈbændɪdˌstɛrkeɪs/
A staircase with stripes or bands of different colors on its steps.
The old hotel had a beautiful banded staircase with red and white steps.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A staircase whose steps are marked with bands of contrasting material, such as stone or wood.
The castle's banded staircase was made of light and dark marble.
3. A set of stairs painted with horizontal stripes for safety or decoration.
Workers added a banded staircase to the playground so children could see each step clearly.
4. A staircase design in which each step has a visible border or trim.
The architect chose a banded staircase to match the striped wallpaper.