A No -Fuss Newel Post

摘要

On most of the stairways that I trim out, the newel post is the only component that I still build myself. Millwork shops have heavy-duty shapers and lathes to turn out contoured railings and shapely balusters. Using basic materials and tools, I can build a newel post to complement these factory-made elements. The post shown here is done in stain-grade oak; it's made from oak plywood, 3/4-in.-thick oak boards, and several oak moldings. The molding that is used most is actually a stock profile seen frequently as a panel molding and a cap for baseboard trim. I make the other two moldings (for the newel's cap and waist) on a router table.