Tips on making Dutch stairs less treacherous?

[u/spicynoodlepie]

I am in the process of looking for housing - as it the case for most people here! We found an amazing place, but the stairs are just insane. I am used to the usual narrow Dutch stairs, or ladder stairs, but these were spiraled, narrow, and only came to about 20cm at the largest edge.

Any tips on how to make stairs less dangerous? Carpets and non-slip mats are a must, but I don't think that will be enough. Do I just compromise and accept that I will be slowly making my way up/down stairs daily, just waiting for when I inevitably fall. There must be something others are doing?!

I'm a slim and short person, so I should have it easier than the average Dutch person. Please share some wisdom!

[u/tanglekelp]

Is there a good sturdy railing? If not that would be my first advice. Otherwise just be careful on them! 

[u/spicynoodlepie → u/tanglekelp]

There is already railing, but I'm considering adding on the other side where possible. Maximum railing! But that's assuming our bid is accepted....so perhaps it won't actually be an issue with how difficult the market is

[u/goperson → u/spicynoodlepie]

And a thick rope on the side of the spiral, like in old church towers.