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A Basic Terminology for Staircase Parts

Author: Editor-123 Author Ranking Gold | Posted: 15-05-2008 | Comments: 0 | Views: 64 | Rating:  (288) Article Popularity - Blue (?) Got a Question? Ask.
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Staircase parts have been always confusing for most people in the lack of basic knowledge on staircase terminology. Practically, mere knowledge of the meaning of terms won’t help much, but it is quite necessary to know the correct usage of the stair parts. In case, a person is planning to remodeling or building a new staircase, there are so many things that need to be understood in details. In this article, we’ll try to give descriptive definitions of several parts of a staircase.

1. Baluster: Balusters fulfills the railing area between the newel posts. It further supports the handrail. Major balusters come in pin-top or square-top designs.

2. Balustrade: The term includes the entire section which includes handrail, newels, and balusters.

3. Fitting: Fittings are commonly known as components matching to the rail profile. The basic function of fittings is to facilitate transition over newel posts. It further helps in setting the twisted corners and allow for changes in pitch.

4. Gooseneck: Goosenecks are those fitting that helps in transitions in rail height and changes in direction.

5. Landing Tread: These fittings helps in attaching point for balusters. They serve the purpose of tread on landings and balconies.

6. Newel: Newels are vertical post that supports the balustrade. Newels help in critical points of a staircase where rail support and stability are needed the most.

7. Post-to-Post: It is a kind of balustrade system, where handrail is usually attached between square-top newel posts.

8. Over-the-Post: In this system, handrails are being run over the newel posts.

9. Handrail: Handrails are a kind of supporting wood which connects newels and is supported by balusters.

10. Rail Cap: These are the kind of decorative trim, installed on the top of a knee-wall.

Building a useful and suitable staircase at home is a thoughtful process. Make sure to use the best parts to get the most comfortable and stylish staircase for your home.

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Call a stair parts specialist today for help with stair designing and developing the list of Stair Parts and stair hardware needed to make your home a beautiful stair creation. For further information on Staircase Parts visit at www.stairsupplies.com.

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