Fluted Columns: Woodwork for Homes and Commercial Projects Fluted columns, comprised of vertical grooves carved into their surface, catch light and shadow in a striking way. This makes them ideal for homeowners, designers, and builders seeking well-executed wood details. At H.A. Stiles, we specialize in crafting custom fluted columns from premium hardwoods, tailored for
Paint Grade vs. Stain Grade: Choosing the Right Wood Finish When looking for architectural wood products such as balusters, columns, and newel posts for interior use, one of the many important decisions you’ll need to make is choosing between paint and stain grade wood. Both options have their own characteristics, depending on the style, function,
Wood Porch Columns: A Valuable Home Improvement Wood porch columns are important in home design. However, over time, these columns may deteriorate, losing aesthetic appeal and potentially compromising the safety of your porch. Replacing your old porch columns with new, high-quality wood can significantly increase your home's value.Here’s why. Enhancing Curb Appeal First impressions matter,
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
Exterior Wood Columns Homes can serve as an extension of us. Quality homes of the past often had decorative, exterior wood columns to support porches and structural overhangs. These columns showed intricate workmanship and typically followed certain rules of proportion and style established dating as far back as Greek and Roman times. Column styles
Wooden Handles for Tools: Strength, Precision, and Craftsmanship For thousands of years, wooden handles have been critical components in the evolution of tools. From their ancient implements to modern industrial-grade gear, precision-turned wooden handles have and continue to play an important role in various applications. Whether you're manufacturing hammers, chisels, axes, or custom shop tools,
Interior Wood Balusters: Designed Smarter Some elements in a home do more than they’re given credit for. Interior wood balusters fall into that category. The right baluster doesn’t just hold up your handrail. It sets the tone for your staircase and the flow of your space. If you're renovating a historic entryway, finishing
Wood Finials: Custom and Production Runs H.A. Stiles manufactures wood finials for homeowners, furniture makers, contractors, and restoration projects. We handle single replacements, mid-size batches, and large production runs with consistent quality and accurate mounting specifications. What We Make Finials For Flagpoles (indoor and outdoor installations) Stair newel posts and
Baluster Replacement at the Baldwin School The Baldwin School, a renowned private institution in Philadelphia, has been a cornerstone for over 130 years. Known for its redstone facade and turn-of-the-century charm, the building showcases many historical wood elements that contribute to its iconic look. Recently, the school faced the challenge of replacing worn and
Wooden Plugs - Bulk Wholesale for Industrial Applications H.A. Stiles manufactures wooden plugs in bulk quantities for contractors, municipalities, marine suppliers, industrial distributors, and more. We specialize in custom sizing, competitive wholesale pricing, and complete order customization for businesses that need reliable wooden plug solutions. Emergency Leak Containment Wooden
