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our inventory of stair parts covers a comprehensive range of essential components that cater to both aesthetic and functional needs in staircase construction. Here’s a detailed overview of the key stair parts you stock, highlighting their features and applications:
1. **Hardwood Stair Treads:**
- **Types:**
- **Standard Stair Treads:** Commonly used horizontal surfaces for each step, crafted from hardwood for durability and a classic look.
- **Oversized Stair Treads:** Wider and deeper than standard treads, ideal for custom staircases or larger stairs.
- **Pie-Shaped Treads:** Triangular treads used in curved or spiral staircases, allowing for smooth turns in the staircase design.
- **Full False Stair Treads:** Used to cover existing steps, giving an updated hardwood appearance without replacing the entire stair structure.
2. **Hardwood Balusters:**
- **Types:**
- **Turned Balusters:** Feature intricate, rounded designs that add a traditional, ornate look to staircases.
- **Full Square Balusters:** Clean-lined and modern, these balusters provide a more minimalist and contemporary appearance.
3. **Hand Railings:**
- Essential for safety and support, hand railings come in various profiles and finishes to complement different baluster styles and overall staircase designs.
4. **Wrought Iron / Metal Balusters:**
- Metal balusters, including wrought iron, add a sleek, modern touch or a classic, decorative look. They are available in numerous designs, from simple to ornate, and are often used to enhance the visual appeal of staircases.
5. **Pre-Finished White Balusters:**
- Pre-finished balusters save installation time and offer a crisp, clean look that fits well in traditional or contemporary settings.
6. **Turned Newel Posts:**
- Decorative posts that anchor the handrails, turned newel posts add a traditional touch with their rounded, detailed designs.
7. **Craftsmen Square Newel Posts:**
- **Styles:**
- **Plain:** Simple, sleek design that suits modern and minimalist staircases.
- **Bevel Top:** Features a beveled top edge for added detail.
- **Top Cap:** Includes a decorative cap at the top, enhancing the post’s visual appeal.
- **Top Cap with Neck Trim:** Adds an extra layer of trim below the top cap for a more detailed, crafted look.
8. **Hardwood Box Newels:**
- **Styles:**
- **Plain:** Simple and clean, ideal for a straightforward, modern look.
- **Fluted:** Vertical grooves add texture and elegance, often used in more traditional or formal settings.
- **Mission Panel:** Features recessed panels with clean, geometric lines, perfect for Craftsman or Mission-style homes.
- **Recessed Panel:** Offers a subtle, refined look with panels set back slightly from the face of the post.
- **Raised Panel:** Features raised, framed panels that add depth and sophistication to the design.
9. **Handrail Fittings:**
- These components include various connectors, returns, and end caps that help create smooth transitions and secure connections within the handrail system.
10. **Stair Nosing:**
- Provides a finished edge to treads and improves safety by extending the tread surface slightly beyond the riser.