Glossary of Terms

Glossary of Terms

This glossary of staircase-related terminology is by no means exhaustive, but it does detail the most common and basic terms used in staircase construction and balustrading installation.
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There are currently 7 names in this directory beginning with the letter W.
Wall Rail
A handrail that is mounted onto a wall and supported by wall brackets rather than newels or balusters.

Wall Rail Brackets
Metal support for wall rail.

Wall String
The string of a staircase fixed flush with a wall.

Wedges
Tapered pieces of wood, coated in glue and used to hold treads and risers tightly into a routed string.

Well Opening
The opening on the upper floor (lower floor ceiling) for placement of a staircase. From Trimmer to Trimmer

Winder Tread
Tread with a greater run on one side than the other. Used on helical or winder staircases.

Winders
These are radiating steps narrower at one end that are used to change the direction of stairs, typically through 90° or 180°.
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Timber Stairs, Essex, Suffolk, Halstead
Timber Stairs, Essex, Suffolk, Halstead
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