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There are two main types of newels: box newels and turned newels. Both are great choices to give support to your stairway and they only differ in terms of stylistic preferences. Let’s take a closer look at the differences between them. UK Stair Parts also have a range of fixing kits and accessories available for staircases, stair rails, stair spindles and banisters. Have fun browsing our range of Newel Posts below. Newel base—The square part at the bottom of the newel post. It has a shaped top and a pre-drilled 50mm hole. The 50mm diameter peg on the newel post sits inside this hole. If you’re cutting down an existing newel post, don’t cut it too short as newel posts come in fixed lengths. We pride ourselves on being able to supply high quality Stair Parts anywhere in the UK at the most competitive prices available. With over 40 years’ experience in designing and manufacturing bespoke timber staircases for Builders Merchants, Joiners and the General Public, we understand the importance of delivering the right quality product on time at the right price. As we manufacture all our own timber Stair Parts, we are able to save you the traditional costs of sourcing your staircase spindles and newels by supplying direct from our own factory here in the UK. If you already have a newel cap that needs fitting, read our guide How to replace newel caps. How can I fix a wobbly newel post?

Before you begin choosing a newel post, you’ll need to know whether you’re replacing the newel post completely or keeping the existing newel base and attaching a new newel post on top. Oak is a hardwood, which means it’s extremely tough and resistant to dents and scratches. Its distinctive tiger-stripe grain makes oak newel posts a great, eye-catching addition to traditional or modern homes. This project features the a 4791 raised panel box newel and fits extremely well with the straight lines of the wrought iron balusters and floating treads. The detailing on the raised panel adds that extra bit of intrigue to the stairway.No, as the peg on a newel post sits in the hole in a newel base. What building regulations affect newel posts? Choosing your perfect newel post is essential to finishing off your staircase. Your Newel post should tie in with the rest of your staircase and the styling of the downstairs of your home. This is why we offer a variety of styles including the Chamfered, Full Ovolo, Georgian, Square, Provincial, Roman and Windsor.

Half newel posts are used to attach a balustrade to a landing wall. They also provide an attractive finish to the balustrade and help to tie-in the overall look of the staircase. A newel post is always a fixed length usually 750mm–850mm long (excluding the peg). The newel base makes up the remainder of the height of the newel post.Volutes, the swirl on the handrail you see at the bottom, are very commonly used with our turned newels. This project uses a beautiful 4010 Pin Top from the Colonial Series and is paired perfectly with Scroll Series Iron balusters and double basket balusters to emphasize the baluster’s natural curves. Building regulations stipulate that a domestic property can have a handrail height of 900mm for both stairs and landings. Commercial properties should be a minimum of 900mm on stairs and 1100mm on landings.

Pegged newel post—Generally the more decorative part of the post. The post has a 50mm diameter peg (also known as a dowel) on the bottom, and the post peg fits into a 50mm hole in the newel base. Volute newel posts—This type of newel post sits on the bullnose step at the foot of a staircase. It’s to be used in conjunction with a volute handrail fitting and 1100mm-long spindles. Newels or newel posts are often the first part of a stairway that people notice, and the selection of the right kind can make the right first impression. This part is found at the foot and the top of a flight of stairs or even at certain junctions of a staircase design. Wobbly newel posts can be annoying and dangerous. If your newel post becomes loose, you should be able to fix it yourself with these top tips from a staircase fitting expert. There are many different sub-categories within these seven styles, but we will let you explore them on your own. Further, there is a completely different style of box newel called the Craftsman Series Box Newels, but the differences between those box newels are more obvious to the naked eye, so we won’t waste your time here with the differences. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call a StairSupplies™ representative toll-free at 1 (866) 226-6536. Box Newel CapsFeaturing the 4444 Pin Top Rope twisted newel from the Victorian Series, this stairway is sophisticated and ornate. Turned newels are especially popular with the Scroll Series Iron Balusters, pictured here, as they complement the waves and turns of the balusters. A newel post is the upright post that sits at the top and/or bottom of the balustrade to support a staircase banister and secure the balustrade. Newel posts don’t just give a balustrade structure and strength, they also offer the perfect opportunity to add a decorative touch to your stairway. Newel posts are available as a Newel Posts, Pin Newel, or Base Posts. All posts are available in 90mm² or 115mm² square and most posts have a 160mm² or 220mm² top (where the handrail fixes). As with many of our products we are able to construct and supply balusters from both cast iron and fabricated steel. We have a range of cast patterns from the Victorian era right through to more contemporary designs.