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 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 specifications through final delivery. Our dowels serve demanding production applications across food processing,
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
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.
Wood Balusters: What They Are, How to Choose Them, and Where to Get Them What is a Baluster? A baluster is the vertical post that supports the handrail of a staircase, balcony, porch, or deck. It fills the space between the base and the railing and provides both safety and style. Without balusters,
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 made in a
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 a rail and
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
H.A. Stiles brings over 100 years of proven expertise in custom wood manufacturing, making us a trusted partner for businesses that need high-quality wooden liquor boxes. We specialize in bulk orders, using streamlined processes to handle large-scale production runs efficiently. Every project is fully customizable, with your choice of styles, finishes, branding, and sizing
