Newel Posts – Box Newels
Wood Balusters – Box Newels
A well-designed newel post sets the tone for your staircase. Besides setting the tone for your staircase they are also the main supports to keep your handrails rigid and secure. Browse our selection of wood turned newels, box newels, and modern square designs—each crafted to enhance your home’s style.
Box Newel Post
Box newel posts are a type of newel post characterized by their square or rectangular shape, giving them a bold, structured look. The clean lines and boxy design offer a contemporary yet timeless aesthetic, making them a popular choice for both modern and traditional staircase designs.
Box newel posts provide excellent support to your staircase. Because of their larger surface area, they offer better durability and strength compared to round newel posts. These posts ensure the structural integrity of your handrails and balusters.
One of the greatest benefits of box newel posts is their versatility. Available in various styles, sizes, and finishes, they can be customized to match the unique style of your home. Whether you prefer a sleek modern look or a more traditional design, box newel posts can be tailored to fit seamlessly into your existing design.
Box newel posts are often paired with various railing styles such as iron spindles or wooden balusters. The design of these posts can complement various railing options, creating a seamless transition between the elements and bringing balance to the overall design.
Materials:
- Hardwoods – Red or White Oak, Maple, Hickory, Cherry, and more
- Softwoods
- Plain, fluted, or inset panel
- Newel caps
Turned Newel Post
Another style of newel posts are the wood-turned staircase newel posts. These newel posts are typically made from hardwood or softwood. The term turnings means that the wood was turned on a lathe, creating smooth curves and intricate patterns. Normally, these posts are turned to match the balusters or spindles. Newel posts not only serve as a structural supports for the handrail but also contribute to the design of the staircase.
Traditional turned newels are normally the most common with styles like, fluted, rounded, or a twist design. Contemporary newel posts are mostly simple and less intricate turnings.
Newel post installation normally installed on the floor or on the floor and to the front of a riser to provide the base support for the handrails.
Materials:
- Hardwoods – Red or White Oak, Maple, Hickory, Cherry, and more
- Softwoods

































































