Stair Balustrade Terminology

This glossary of staircase related terminology is by no means exhaustive but does detail the most common and basic terms used in staircase construction and balustrading installation. This glossary of staircase related terminology is by no means exhaustive but does detail the most common and basic terms used in staircase construction and balustrading installation. Baluster/Spindle - the vertical member, plain or decorative, that acts as the infill between the handrail and baserail (or tread if cut string).

Balustrading. Balustrade or Balustrade System A collective term which refers to the balusters and handrail on a particular stairway. Stair Systems Parts DEFINED Product Terminology - Glossary The Basics Baluster: A support used to fill the open area between the rail and the stair tread or knee wall.

Balustrade: A complete rail system that includes the handrail, balusters, and newel posts. Box Newel Post: An oversized square newel that is usually hollow and is used in a post. Kneewall: Wall on the Balustrade system side of the Stair that extends just a few inches above the nose of the Treads.

The Balustrade system attaches to the Kneewall and adjacent framing members. Kneewall Cap: Board used on the top of a Kneewall. L-shaped Stairway: Two Flights of Stairs at 90° to one another and separated by an Intermediate.

Balcony A level balustrade usually on the 2nd floor - also called gallery. Baluster The smaller vertical pieces in the balustrade that help support the handrail - also called spindles, pickets or uprights. Balustrade The assembled section of stair parts including newels, balusters and handrail -.

Staircase - That part of the building set apart for the stairs and balustrade generally including the well opening and adjacent walls Stairway - One or more flights of stairs, with the necessary landings and platforms connecting them, to form a continuous and uninterrupted passage from one level to another. (International Code Council, ICC®). Starting Easing: A rail fitting that starts the balustrade system and introduces the user to the upward travel of the stair.

Starting Newel: The vertical post used to start a balustrade system. Starting Step: A decorative first step of a stair. Generally includes tread and riser which lengthen the step beyond the width of the basic stair.

Comprehensive, Staircase Glossary - a go-to resource for understanding the terminology and key terms related to staircase design, construction, and components. 13. Freestanding Stair - A stairway that is not supported by walls.

14. Landing - A large horizontal platform between the flights of stairs. Landings allow for directional changes in stairs.

15. Box Newel Post - Also called a central pole, it is the major supporting pillar of a balustrade system, typically located at the bottom and top of a stairway, or at a turn in a handrail. 16.

Rake Rail.