A Full Guide to Richard Burbidge Spindles, Handrails and Balustrades: Choosing the Best Stair Parts for Your Home
As the leading manufacturer of stair parts for over 150 years, Richard Burbidge has various ranges of products that cover all types of stair parts. This includes newel posts, spindles, handrails, and glass panels. To enhance your staircase look, consider utilising Richard Burbidge stair parts.
At Jackson Woodturners, we are proud to stock the Richard Burbidge Fusion, Elements and Immix ranges. All three collections effortlessly mix traditional staircase styles with modern features.
In this guide, we will cover the different Richard Burbidge stair part collections, including how they compare with each other and how to choose the best options for your home.
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Browse through the different Richard Burbidge collections of handrails and handrail kits.
Discover which handrail end cap works best for your staircase design.
Find out the different spindles that Richard Burbidge has to offer.
Discover why homeowners should consider using glass stair products in their staircase design.
Find out who Jackson Woodturners are, the services we provide, and how we can help you.
What are the different Richard Burbidge handrails?
One of the quickest ways to update the look of your staircase is by replacing the handrail. As the largest stair part, the handrail can enhance the staircase’s look and ensure the staircase is a statement piece in the home. If you are thinking about changing your stair handrail, consider an easy-to-install handrail kit from the Richard Burbidge stair parts collection.
Recommended handrail kit from the Richard Burbidge range
Fusion White Oak with Nickel Connectors Handrail Kit | Jackson Woodturners
This handrail kit includes all stair parts required for handrail installation, such as the metal brackets and end caps. The handrail kits in the Fusion Richard Burbidge range come with either Chrome or Nickel connectors.
Shop the Fusion wooden handrail range here,
The table below includes our recommended handrail stair parts, and the Richard Burbidge collection they are part of:
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Fusion This pre-finished handrail can be wall-mounted or used as part of a balustrade, either with glass panels or spindles from the Fusion range. The handrails are available in pine or white oak. Browse through the rest of the Fusion collection here. |
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Elements Available in lengths of 2.4m, 3.6m and 4.2mtrs, this handrail is pre-drilled, so you can easily fit the Elements spindles of your choice in place. Consider metal spindles that combine traditional and modern styles. Browse our collection of metal spindles here. |
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The Immix handrail is finished in a clear lacquer to highlight the natural beauty of white oak. Consider combining the oak with glass panels to enhance the natural light in the home. |
At Jackson Woodturners, we provide information on how to correctly install handrails. Find out more information on how to measure staircase handrail height here.
Are you still unsure of which type of handrail to choose? Shop our complete range of ungrooved handrails and grooved handrails here.
Which Richard Burbidge handrail end caps work best for your staircase?
Choosing the right end cap for your handrail essentially comes down to which style is most suitable for your home. Handrail end caps are usually decorative and are designed to be used on the ends of Mopstick (54mm diameter) and solid ungrooved handrails.
The handrail end caps in the Richard Burbidge range are made of either black metal, brushed nickel, gun metal or chrome.
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Brushed Nickel Elements Handrail End Cap – Pair These end caps are part of the Richard Burbidge range of Modern and Traditional Stair Parts. These handrail end caps are designed to fit onto the Oak Elements handrail only. |
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Immix Rail End Cap – Gun Metal Finish The depth of this end cap is just 21mm, making it one of the narrowest end caps available. These end caps are only suitable for use with the handrails in the Immix range, including the white oak handrail. |
Please note: the Richard Burbidge end caps in the Immix and Elements range will only fit handrails from the same range.
Richard Burbidge stair part spindles
The spindles in the Richard Burbidge range give you the perfect opportunity to add some personality to your balustrade - with metal and wooden spindles available in unique contemporary designs. The ideal spindle for your home ultimately depends on your preferred aesthetic and the design of your home. A busier, more decorative design may be ideal if you are looking for a traditional style, whereas a simple, minimalistic design is ideal if you are looking for a sleek, no-fuss design.
Richard Burbidge spindles are designed for staircases and landings.
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Fusion Brushed Nickel Staircase Spindles (Multi-pack of 10) These spindles are also sold individually and are available in a chrome finish. The foot on these spindles is ABS plastic. |
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Elements Double Spiral Rake Spindle (Pack of 3) |
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Elements Hybrid Double Spindle Rake (Pack of 3) |
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Elements Single Spiral Landing spindle (Pack of 3) |
Choosing a Richard Burbidge glass panel
Glass balustrades make your home feel spacious and full of light, creating a striking contemporary feature. Glass panels are made from toughened glass, making them extremely safe, even for busy family homes.
Recommended glass balustrades product
Fusion Glass Stair Panels - 4 per pack | Jackson Woodturners
- This glass panel is part of the Fusion range of modern and contemporary stair parts.
- This panel is designed to go on the rake of the stairs and is fastened to the hand and base rail with the fusion glass brackets.
- Four panels of glass per pack.
- Glass Panel Size; 614mm x 200mm.
Shop the Fusion Glass Stair Panels.
Utilising glass panels within your staircase design is a good way to enhance the use of natural light in your home and add a modern element to your staircase. Oak and glass are an aesthetically pleasing combination that should be considered for both modern and traditional homes.
The Fusion range and Immix range both include glass panels suitable for stairs and landings, so you can extend the modern look across your entire balustrade.
Find out more information on glass staircase design options here.
Richard Burbidge Fusion range
The Fusion Richard Burbidge Fusion collection captures chic minimalism and is ideal for a modern, sleek staircase. For everything from base rails to handrails, this line of stair parts mixes glass or metal infills with chrome or brushed nickel connectors. Each component has undergone independent strength testing and is appropriate for industrial applications.
Key features include:
- Suitable for stairs with a pitch of 38°–45°
- Glass panels or metal spindles help you achieve a bespoke look for your home
- Suitable for closed-string staircases and can also be used on a cut-string staircase with a suspended base rail
- Dark hardwood Newel Post and pre-finished oak Newel Post.
- Designed for easy installation
- Parts available in pre-finished white oak and pine, as well as modern glass panels
- Fixtures are available with a chrome or brushed nickel finish.
Recommended modern spindle in the Fusion collection
Fusion Chrome Landing Spindles (Multi-Pack 10) | Jackson Woodturners.
Which materials does the Fusion range come in?
The Fusion stair part range is all about the contrast between traditional and modern. It comes in a choice of pre-finished white oak and pine, which can be offset with chrome or brushed nickel spindles, or glass panels.
The spindle comes with two feet options - the original feet, made of ABS plastic, or the MK2 range, which has metal feet.
Discover more about the Fusion collection here.
Richard Burbidge Immix range
The Immix range is ideal for enhancing your stair area's brightness and sense of space with glass panels.
Key features
- Suitable for stairs with a pitch of 40°–43°
- Available in pre-finished white oak, which means you can install it without having to treat the wood yourself
- Oak Newel Post
- Fittings in a gun-metal finish
- Choose from glass and wood stair parts to create the exact look you want for your home.
Recommended product in the Immix range
Shop the Immix Rake Glass Panel | Jackson Woodturners
Which materials does the Immix range come in?
The Immix stair part range combines luxurious white oak with sleek gun-metal connecting pieces for an elegant, minimalist look.
A highlight of the range includes modern glass panels for your balustrade, which are a great option if you are looking to combine traditional wood with a modern glass design.
View the complete range of Immix Stair Parts by Richard Burbidge | Jackson Woodturners
Richard Burbidge Elements and Elements with Glass range
For a modern design or a classic with a twist, the Richard Burbidge Elements collection has a range of choices, including glass, metal or a traditional wooden option. Innovative easy-fit brackets for glass panels are available in the Elements line, as are pre-drilled handrails and base rails for balusters, all of which enable a quick and smooth installation.
Key features
- Suitable for stairs with a pitch of 40°–43°
- Pre-drilled handrails and base rails for use with the spindles or ungrooved handrails and base rails for glass panels
- Choice of six different spindle designs, which you can mix and match to create your own personal look
- Glass panel option is also available with brushed nickel glass clamps, as part of the Elements with Glass range
- Handrails and base rails available in luxurious white oak
- Handrail can be wall-mounted, with end caps available in black, chrome and brushed nickel
Recommended product in the Elements range
Shop the Elements Glass Panel Bracket Nickel - Pair | Jackson Woodturners
Which materials does the Elements range come in?
The Elements stair parts range creates a classic yet contemporary look with white oak base rails and handrails contrasted with decorative black metal spindles. Alternatively, if you’re looking to add light and space to your balustrade, choose the glass panels from the Richard Burbidge Elements with Glass range.
Discover more from the Richard Burbidge Elements range here.
How Jacksons can help
All three Richard Burbidge ranges have an extensive collection of stair parts, including handrails, newel posts, spindles, and brackets. It is important to choose a reputable supplier that can provide these high-quality stair products.
You can buy products from the Richard Burbidge ranges from the Jackson Woodturners online shop. For further information or any queries, please get in touch on 0114 272 1228 or email [email protected]
Frequently asked questions
What is a Newel Post?
A Newel Post is the central supporting pillar of a staircase. It supports the handrail and spindles and can offer aesthetically pleasing looks if the right Newel Post is chosen.
At Jackson Woodturners, we have a wide range of Newel Posts, including stair products featured in Richard Burbidge collections. Find out more information about the stair part and how to choose the right Newel Post here.
What are boxed handrail kits?
For stairways, walkways, and other interior applications, boxed handrail kits offer a quick and easy solution to install wall-mounted handrails.
At Jacksons, we have in our stock handrail kits for the Richard Burbidge Fusion collection. Browse through the oak handrail kit range here.
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