The benefits of choosing a white handrail and the options available
Choosing a white handrail is a great way to bring light into your stairway and even make your staircase appear larger. Here, we discuss the key benefits of using white handrails and what to consider when choosing a white handrail. We also explain what options of white primed handrails we offer.
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Read the key benefits of white handrail designs and why they may be the best option for you.
Find out types of woods are used for white primed handrails.
Find out what factors to consider when choosing a white handrail.
Why choose white handrails?
White primed handrails are a flexible option, working well in both traditional and modern styled properties. Due to their versatility, the handrails can be used alongside white wooden spindles for a clean white effect, or mixed with other timbers such as oak, creating a modern style that looks great, whilst still retaining traditional design elements. Often, white handrails are also paired with glass panels for an ultra-modern, sleek appearance.
There are many styles of white handrails available, from traditional style handrails that are designed to work with wooden spindles, through to more modern styles.
Strong and durable, white primed woods are also a reliable and practical option for your stairway.
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What types of woods are used for white primed handrails?
The base wood used for our white primed handrails is either birch or poplar (tulipwood), a knot free, pale hardwood that lends itself to be used for white primed parts. Our handrails are sprayed white, to a very high standard. Our white primed handrails are classed as "primed" as there can often be some colour variation between batches, so they can either be finished in the colour of your choice or used as they are.
What to consider when choosing a white handrail
When you are choosing your ideal white handrail, there are various factors to consider. Firstly, it is important to decide on the size of the handrail that you require. It is vital to measure correctly to ensure that you choose the right size for your home.
Grooved vs ungrooved
You can also choose between ungrooved and grooved white handrails. Ungrooved white primed handrails can either be mounted onto a wall with the aid of brackets, or used alongside glass panels and secured in place with glass panel clamps. Alternatively, you can purchase glass-grooved handrails to use alongside glass clamps. Grooved white primed handrails allow wooden spindles to be fitted into the groove. If you are using metal spindles, you can choose white base rails and handrails with smaller grooves intended for metal.
White Primed Ungrooved HR Handrail 2.4mtr
- Handrail Size: 2400mm x 59mm x 59mm.
- Please note the shade of white on our white primed products may vary between products. This is a primed product so is ready to receive a top coat of paint.
- We advise that a solvent based topcoat is used with our White Primed products.
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White Primed Cottage Loaf Handrail 2.4mtr, 41mm Groove with Infill
- The cottage handrail has a 41mm groove, which will allow a 41mm spindle to be fitted into the groove. Infill/spacer comes pre-packed in with the handrail.
- Handrail Size: 2.4mtr x 65mm x 43mm, with 41mm Groove and Infill. This handrail is also available with a 32mm groove.
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Wall-mounted white primed handrails
You may also want to choose a wall-mounted handrail, such as a pigs ear handrail if you have a narrower stairway. These options are convenient, as they can be screwed directly onto a wall without the need for brackets. The unique curve of pigs ear handrails provides the perfect shape for gripping the rail when going up or down stairs.
For a more decorative option, you may want to go for a white mopstick handrail alongside wall brackets and end caps to complete the look.
White Primed Mopstick Handrail 2.4mtr
- There is a 25mm flat on the underside of the rail.
- White Primed stair parts are ideal as they come already primed on a hardwood base.
- A solvent-based topcoat is advised.
- Handrail Size: 2400mm x 54mm.
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Your style options
There is a range of style options available when it comes to white handrails, which include the classic cottage loaf and the attractive HR handrails.
White Primed Cottage Loaf Handrail 2.4mtr, 41mm Groove with Infill
- The cottage handrail has a 41mm groove, which will allow a 41mm spindle to be fitted into the groove. Infill/spacer comes pre-packed in with the handrail.
- 2.4mtr x 65mm x 43mm, with 41mm Groove and Infill.
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White Primed Ungrooved HR Handrail 2.4mtr
This HR White Primed handrail is ungrooved, so is ideal for use with glass brackets, clamps and spindles that are fastened directly onto the handrail.
Handrail Size: 2400mm x 59mm x 59mm.
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To view your full range of options, visit our white primed handrails selection here.
What are the other options of woods to choose from?
Our handrail advice section provides additional tips for choosing the best handrail or you.
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