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The purpose of newel posts is to support the handrails of a banister on a staircase. While it's main purpose is structural many are carved to be decorative in nature.
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What is a stair post called?
Newel posts are used at each end of stair balustrading with spindles or balusters along the length supporting the handrail.
When did Newel Knight die?
Newel Knight died in 1847.
When was Newel Knight born?
Newel Knight was born in 1800.
When was Newel K. Whitney born?
Newel K. Whitney was born on 1795-02-05.
When did Newel K. Whitney die?
Newel K. Whitney died on 1850-09-23.
What is the population of the German municipality Newel?
When the last census was taken in Germany (2009) the population of Newel was 2878 people. The current estimate of Newel's population (2012) is 2863 people.
What is a banister post?
newel
How does one fasten down a newel post?
One can fasten down a newel post using a screw driver. The screws can be used to fasten the newel post in place. Alternatively bolts can be used for this task.
What is the end of the banister called?
its called a newel.
Who invented the newel post?
bob Marley
A 5 letter word ending in wel?
newel
What does the word newel mean?
A newel is part of a staircase and is the vertical post at the foot of a staircase, at angles where the staircase changes direction or around which wind the steps of a circular staircase.
