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Guides, timber notes and news from the workshop — on staircase spindles, newel posts and the bespoke turning we make to order in Honley.
What Timber Is Best for Hand Turned Stair Spindles
A craftsman's guide to what timber is best for hand turned stair spindles, covering oak, pine, ash, walnut and sapele for UK period homes and trade projects.
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Newel Posts Turned from an Old Photo Sample: A Guide
Yes, you can get newel posts turned from an old photo sample. Discover costs, matching tips, timber choices, and how a Yorkshire turner replicates period profiles.
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Hand Turned Barley Twist Kitchen Pilaster vs Machine Made
Hand turned barley twist kitchen pilaster vs machine made: compare twist rhythm, lead times, custom sizing, timber species and real UK cost from a Yorkshire workshop.
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Matching Replacement Spindles to Original Victorian Staircase
Practical UK guide to matching replacement spindles to an original Victorian staircase, from measuring timber and profile to meeting the 100mm sphere rule.
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Bespoke Barley Twist Newel Post Made to Match Existing Staircase
Hand-turned bespoke barley twist newel post made to match existing staircase joinery. Replicate Victorian or Edwardian posts in oak, ash, pine, or hemlock.
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Match Replacement Spindles to Existing Staircase: A Guide
Learn how to match replacement spindles to your existing staircase, from measuring to bespoke turning. Practical advice for period homes and refurbishments.
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Replacing Spindles on a Staircase: A UK Guide
Replacing spindles on a staircase explained by Yorkshire wood turners. Costs, difficulty, tools and how to swap spindles without removing the handrail.
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Replacing Stair Spindles to Match Victorian Banister
Replacing stair spindles to match a Victorian banister: how to profile, measure, and order period-correct replacements from a Yorkshire turner since 1995.
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Barley Twist Pilaster for Kitchen Island: Bespoke Timber Cost
Hand-turned barley twist pilaster for kitchen island bespoke timber cost in the UK — see what drives price by size, timber species, and profile choice.
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How to Match Replacement Stair Spindles to Existing Woodwork
Learn how to match replacement stair spindles to existing woodwork with our step-by-step guide on measuring, species, and turning profiles for a perfect fit.
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How to Match Replacement Spindles to Existing Staircase
Learn how to match replacement spindles to existing staircase work, from measuring and sampling to bespoke copying by a UK spindle maker. Practical guide.
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Replacement Stair Spindles Matching Originals: A UK Guide
Replacement stair spindles matching originals in period UK homes often need a bespoke turner. Learn how matching works, costs, sizing, and the 100mm gap rule.
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Send a sketch. We’ll turn the rest.
Read something that sparked an idea? Send a sketch, a photograph, or pick up the phone. The first sample piece is turned and sent for sign-off before any volume run.