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
Small Wooden Dowels: Custom Manufacturing for Production Runs Contact us for high-volume dowel production with precision, speed, and customization built in. H.A. Stiles manufactures precision small wooden dowels for companies requiring custom specifications and reliable production capabilities. Unlike catalog-only manufacturers, we provide direct access to manufacturing experts who guide your project from initial
How Are Wood Turnings Made? When one thinks of producing wood turnings, a typical image emerges. A person is standing at a lathe with a face shield or safety glasses in place, holding a long-handled tool, shaping the spinning wood. While this happens in small-scale operations and home workshops, production-scale wood turnings have
How Are Round Wood Dowels Made? How are round wooden dowels made? Round wooden dowels are typically made in two different processes to maximize the yield from the raw material. In the case of smaller diameters of 1” and less, these dowels are typically made on a molder. Boards are molded with a
What is the Difference Between a Stair Baluster, Balustrade, and Banister? Have you ever heard the words stair baluster, balustrade, or banister and wondered what they mean? Are they the same thing or are they different things? Are these the same words said in different ways? Here is a simple explanation of the differences.
What is a Baluster? What is a Baluster? A baluster is the vertical component of a stairwell, balcony, or deck. Although balusters can be seen as decorative, they also provide security and safety. The term “wooden spindles” is interchangeable with the term “balusters”. The handrail and foot rail are attached to columns, or
Wooden Porches Wooden porches are a way to add curb appeal to your home. You can also add new custom wooden porch posts, columns, or balusters to an entryway. Wooden porch posts can be made to match the style of the project and enhance newels, balusters, and railings. These turned posts can be
Wood Newels What are wood newels? Wood newels are used primarily as part of a staircase along with balusters/wood spindles, finials, rails, and often, wood columns. They are posts that provide upright support for a handrail at the bottom and top of a staircase. They can also be positioned along the length of
Custom Wood Columns Interior paint-grade options for wood columns Paint-grade wood typically suggests the cheapest wood, since you will cover it. Many people think pine is a good choice for this purpose. Clear pine is more expensive than many hardwoods and the knots and pitch lines start to show within a few months to
