Oak Barley Twist Newel Post
- The 90mm plain turned newel post has a 50mm diameter peg, which will fit into a 90mm newel base.
- A 90mm newel cap is required for the top of the newel post.
- Newel Post Size: 730mm x 90mm x90mm.
Choosing barley twist newel posts – the types of woods and designs available
The right newel post design can help make the entrance to your home more elegant and striking, providing a focal point to any balustrade. A barley twist newel post is a stylish choice & will enhance the look of your staircase. Read your options of woods & styles when choosing barley twist newel posts. The design showcases a single or a double twist, and the twist will usually be seen in the centre of the newel post itself.
Before choosing a barley twist newel post for your home, it is crucial to consider the type of wood you would like, as well as the design you favour the most from the wide range of options available. Here, we discuss your options of woods and styles and explain how to care for barley twist newel posts.
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Read the different types of woods you can choose from and the benefits of each.
Read your design options when choosing barley twist newel posts.
We provide recommended barley twist newel post caps and advise you on your options.
Read our guide to caring for barley twist newel posts and the recommended products.
We answer frequently asked questions on choosing barley twist newel posts.
What types of wood can I choose from?
A barley twist newel post in any wood type will be an asset to both contemporary and traditional properties. However, there are factors to consider when choosing the best type of wood for you. Barley twist newel posts are available in a range of wood types, including white oak, hemlock, pine, and ash.
Barley twist newel post wood types are available from Jackson Woodturners in hardwood and softwood varieties. Hardwood comes from deciduous trees, whilst softwood originates from evergreen trees. Hardwood is ordinarily more expensive than softwood because hardwood can be more time-consuming to grow, can only grow in some locations, is more difficult to cultivate and has a longer drying time. Most types of hardwoods also offer a superior level of strength. Examples of hardwoods that are extensively used for stair parts include ash and white oak. Ash and white oak wood types are strong, durable and have a luxurious, rustic appearance. They are also easy to maintain and look great with a natural finish, rich stain, or a painted finish for a contemporary feel.
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Ash Barley Twist Winder Newel Post - MADE TO ORDER
- The 90mm plain turned newel post has a 50mm diameter peg, which will fit into a 90mm newel base.
- A 90mm newel cap is required for the top of the newel post.
- Ash stair parts come unfinished. They can be finished by painting, varnishing or waxing.
- Newel Post Size: 730mm x 90mm x 90mm.
- MADE TO ORDER.
Pine and hemlock are popular examples of softwood choices for balustrades and are more affordable than hardwood. Pine or hemlock stair parts are popular because they are great for staining and painting. Furthermore, because softwoods tend to grow quickly and effortlessly, they are a far more environmentally-friendly option than hardwood. Hemlock is extremely strong and even has greater strength than some hardwoods.
You can find out more about the different pine newel posts here.
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Hemlock Barley Twist Newel Post - Made To Order
- The 90mm barley twist newel post has a 50mm diameter peg, which will fit into a 90mm newel base.
- A 90mm newel cap is required for the top of the newel post.
- Stair parts come unfinished. They can be finished by painting, varnishing or waxing.
- Newel Post Size: 730mm x 90mm x 90mm.
- MADE TO ORDER.
Pine Barley Twist Newel Post
- The 90mm barley twist newel post has a 50mm diameter peg, which will fit into a 90mm newel base.
- A 90mm newel cap is required for the top of the newel post.
- Pine stair parts come unfinished. They can be finished by painting, varnishing or waxing.
- Newel Post Size: 730mm x 90mm x 90mm.
You can shop our full range of barley twist newel posts here.
What are the different barley twist newel post designs?
The barley twist newel post boasts some beautiful design features.
A Barley Twist Winder is a shorter-length newel post that is used when the staircase has a kite winder. The handrail coming up the stairs will hit into the square newel base. As you go round the kite on the stairs, you’re changing heights, so the handrail going up after the kite will come out of the square block on the winder newel post. In this case, a long newel base with a winder newel post should be used.
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Hemlock Barley Twist Winder Newel Post - Made To Order
- The 90mm barley twist newel post has a 50mm diameter peg, which will fit into a 90mm newel base. A 90mm newel cap is required for the top of the newel post.
- A winder newel post is used on a kite winder flight of stairs.
- Hemlock stair parts come unfinished. They can be finished by painting, varnishing or waxing.
A double block newel post, featuring two square heads can be used where there is a quarter landing on a staircase.
Oak Barley Twist Double Block Newel Post
- The 90mm plain turned newel post has a 50mm diameter peg, which will fit into a 90mm newel base. A 90mm newel cap is required for the top of the newel post.
- A double block newel post is used on a quarter landing.
- Oak stair parts come unfinished and can be finished by painting, varnishing or waxing.
A half newel post can be used on landings where the end of the balustrade meets a wall, making this option the ideal way to finish off the balustrade, whilst adding extra strength and a smart finish. In contrast, a continuous newel post is used in combination with handrail fittings to produce a continuous flowing handrail running across the top of the newel post.
Ash Barley Twist Newel Post Half - MADE TO ORDER
- The 90mm barley twist newel post half has a 50mm diameter peg, which will fit into a half 90mm newel base. A 90mm half newel cap is required for the top of the newel post.
- Plain turned newel post half is designed to be fastened onto a wall. A half newel base is also required.
- Ash stair parts come unfinished. They can be finished by painting, varnishing or waxing.
- Newel Post Size: 730mm x 90mm x 60mm.
- MADE TO ORDER.
Hemlock Barley Twist Continuous Newel Post - Made To Order
- The hemlock barley twist continuous newel post has a 50mm diameter peg, which will fit into a 90mm newel base.
- A continuous newel post is used in conjunction with a handrail and handrail fittings, which allows the handrail to flow over the top of the newel post.
- Hemlock stair parts come unfinished. They can be finished by painting, varnishing or waxing.
- Newel Post Size: 675mm x 90mm x 90mm
- PLEASE NOTE MADE TO ORDER
Choosing a barley twist newel post cap
When selecting the overall design for your barley twist newel post, it is important to choose a newel cap. This is the small block of wood (or sometimes metal) that sits on top of a newel post. A newel cap can add a finishing touch to your chosen newel post design while providing extra support to those using the stairs. The correct size of the newel cap will depend on the size of the top of the newel post.
Browse our available styles of newel caps and find out how to fit them here.
Caring for barley twist newel posts
When you have selected the classic barley twist newel post type and design of your choice, it is important to care for and maintain the quality of the wood. Over time, impurities can form on wooden bannisters. However, cleaning impurities and working to restore your bannister to the original quality it once possessed is easy with regular maintenance. Using a solution of water and vinegar in equal parts is recommended.
Alternatively, why not try the Treatex Clear Hardwax Oil Ultra to protect and enhance the natural beauty of your barley newel post? Find more examples of finishing products for your staircase here.
- Protect and enhance the natural beauty of wood with Treatex Hardwax Oil Ultra.
- Clear stain finish.
- Just two coats of our Clear Hardwax Oil will protect and enhance wooden surfaces.
- Apply two coats with a brush or roller. One coat of Treatex Hardwax Oil Natural can be applied underneath Treatex Hardwax Oil Ultra.
FAQs
What designs of newel posts can I choose from?
Newel post designs are available from Jackson Woodturners in multiple style choices, including turned newel posts, stop-chamfered newel posts, box newel posts, fluted newel posts, square newel posts and, of course, the beautiful barley twist newel posts.
View all of our newel post styles here.
How do you tighten a newel post?
Newel posts can become loose over time, and you can read our recommended tips on tightening a newel post here. However, we recommend contacting a joiner if you aren’t confident tightening a newel post yourself.
What type of stain or finish should I use?
Newel posts can be treated in several ways. If you are trying to match the colour to the floor or stair treads, a wood stain is usually the best way forward, before sealing with wood wax, wood oil or varnish.
Find more information about stains and finishes here.
What materials are available for newel posts?
Newel posts are generally fashioned from wood. Hemlock, oak, and pine are some of the most popular choices. However, other excellent choices include walnut, ash, and dark hardwood.
Shop our full range of newel posts here.
What fixings and accessories will I need for newel posts?
In terms of fixings and accessories, if you decide to attach a new newel post to your newel base, it is necessary to drill a fresh 50mm hole into your original base before fitting the peg to the newel post. For this action, use a 50mm drill bit or a hole saw.
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