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Kevin Reid's unconventional staircase from his childhood home goes viral on the 'Death Stairs' Facebook group, showcasing bizarre and treacherous stair designs from around the world.
In a twist on home design gone wrong, Kevin Reid's childhood staircase made from pipe fittings has found fame online, thanks to the Facebook group, 'Death Stairs.' This viral page, which has attracted almost 800,000 members, showcases perilous staircases that challenge the limits of safety and creativity. Reid's bright green staircase, reminiscent of a ladder, was built by his father for a two-story addition to their Dublin home. He never realized its potential for hilarity until it was spotlighted in the group, which features everything from steep, triangle-shaped steps to a dizzying glass spiral staircase.Members share their favorite dodgy staircases, capturing the essence of "where ascension is perilous and descending is deadly." While Reid acknowledges that sock soles aren’t the best choice for tackling his staircase, he fondly remembers its uniqueness and the delightful ringing sound it makes when in use. "They’re solid," he quips, inviting thrill-seekers to take a chance.
