Stairway Components in Sanibel Island |
A standard staircase contains many parts. Stairway Balusters or Stairway Metal Spindles are sometimes referred to as turnings, spindles or pickets. Stairway
Banisters are
made up of handrails, newels and balusters. A banister refers to the entire system. Stairway Handrails or Stairway Railings refer to only the part you grip as you ascend or descend the stair. The Stairway
Newel Posts are located at the base of the stair, transitions and at the top of the staircase. Landings also include newels when railing spans are great enough to warrant lateral reinforcing. Stairway Treads are the walking surface that you step on when using the flight of stairs.
These terms are just a few of the many components used in stairway construction. Listed in our online catalog are many more components, along with terms and definitions of the products. Many of the stair component products are referred to by different names depending on where you are located geographically. |
