Wood stair balusters are the vertical pieces that connect stair treads to the handrail. These pieces are available in a variety of profiles, lengths, and diameters, depending on who you work with to produce them. In older homes, balusters were frequently shorter or more closely spaced than today’s building codes require.

At H.A. Stiles, we specialize in replicating or updating wood stair balusters to preserve your home’s beauty, or bring it into alignment with modern standards.

Curved staircase with white wood stair balusters and natural handrail in residential entryway.

Replacing Wood Stair Balusters in Grand Curved Entryway

Elegant wood stair baluster replacement project featuring a curved handrail and white spindles in a two-story entryway.

The Role of Stair Balusters

Structure: Balusters help prevent falls by providing consistent spacing and vertical support.

Aesthetics: The style and profile of your balusters can dramatically change the look of your staircase.

Compliance: Updated building codes typically require less than 4” of space between balusters, but this can vary by location. Replacing older ones helps ensure safety while allowing for visual consistency.

Our Wood Stair Baluster Replacement Process

If your existing stair balusters are rotting, damaged, or outdated, we offer a proven replacement process that ensures accuracy and satisfaction.

Assessment: We begin by reviewing any photos, measurements, or physical samples of your current balusters.

Quoting: We confirm diameter, length, profile, and quantity before providing a formal quote.

Replication: Upon approval, your order is machined using exacting standards.

Shipping & Delivery: Finished balusters are securely packed and shipped to your location for assembly.

For historic reproductions or specialty architecture, CAD drawings are welcome and can help determine dimensional accuracy.

Options for Custom Wood Stair Balusters

We can replicate balusters in nearly any domestic hardwood species, including:

Maple

Poplar

Oak

Cherry

Mahogany

Sapele

We also offer unfinished, sanded, or fully primed and painted options depending on what you need. Our in-house craftsmen can adapt the size and shape of your balusters to suit your vision. Need help identifying your current style? Our team can help determine if your balusters follow colonial, Victorian, Craftsman, or other historical design patterns.

Multiple turned wood balusters laid out for inspection, each with unique profiles and smooth finishes.

Custom Turned Wood Balusters for Staircases and Architectural Projects

Precision-turned wood balusters crafted to meet custom specifications for residential and commercial builds.

Who We Are

For over a century, H.A. Stiles has been a trusted source for precision-turned wood components, including balusters, newels, railings, and other stair parts. We serve homeowners, contractors, builders, and more with custom and production-run wood products in bulk or small quantities.

If you’re planning a staircase renovation, preservation, or expansion, we’re here to support your project from start to finish. Contact us today to get a free, no-obligation quote for replacing your wood stair balusters. If you’re still exploring your options, be sure to visit our main wood balusters page for a full overview of custom styles, species, and applications.