{"product_id":"french-leaf-stair-spindle-16mm-round-hollow-1117mm","title":"French Leaf Stair Spindle, 16mm Round Hollow, 1117mm, Black Powder Coated Metal Baluster","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA French leaf metal stair spindle in 16mm round hollow bar, 1117mm (44in) long, powder coated black: an ornate leaf-pattern centre between two slim turned collars.\u003c\/strong\u003e It replaces timber spindles on an indoor staircase or landing for a modern iron look, and is cut to the rake at each end on site. The price shown is for one spindle, with a minimum order of 5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin:16px 0\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/3002\/8778\/files\/french-leaf-stair-spindle-16mm-round-hollow-bar-1117mm-dimension-drawing.jpg?width=1200\" alt=\"Drawing of the French leaf stair spindle, 1117mm long\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:760px;height:auto;margin:0 auto\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose this spindle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrnate leaf centre.\u003c\/strong\u003e A leaf-pattern centre sits between two slim turned collars on a 16mm round bar. Round bar gives a softer line than square, and the leaf detail catches the light in a hallway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinished in black.\u003c\/strong\u003e Powder coated at the factory, so there is no painting to do once the spindles are fitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight hollow bar.\u003c\/strong\u003e 16mm round hollow bar, 0.798 kg each, easy to cut with a hacksaw or metal cutting blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1117mm long.\u003c\/strong\u003e Long enough for most domestic stairs and landings, with plain ends to cut to the rake top and bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMix and match.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use it on its own or alternate it with plain spindles from the same range for a pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it is used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn indoor staircases and landings, as a straight swap for timber spindles between the handrail and the base rail or treads. It suits new stairs and stair makeovers in houses, flats, offices and shops. These spindles are not recommended for outdoor use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne spindle, minimum order 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm round hollow bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1117mm (44in) nominal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth at the pattern\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDesign\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAn ornate leaf-pattern centre between two slim turned collars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePattern\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeaf centre between two 29mm collars, 30mm wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlain bar above the pattern\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 180mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlain bar below the pattern\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 374mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMild steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack powder coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.798 kg each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndoors only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart lengths are approximate. The overall length can vary by a few millimetres, which makes no difference once the ends are cut to the rake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow many do you need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUK building regulations require gaps of less than 100mm between spindles, so most stairs need two spindles per tread. Count the treads, double it, and add the landing length divided by about 110mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStair\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpindles\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight flight of 13 steps, all this design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight flight of 13 steps, alternating with plain spindles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 of this design and 13 plain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLanding, per metre, all this design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIs this the right spindle?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the most decorative of the round bar spindles. The French plain spindle has a simpler collar and ball detail, and the plain round spindle has no pattern at all, so all three work together if you want to alternate them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpindle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrice each\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChoose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrench Leaf, 16mm round hollow bar, 30mm wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£23.90\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis one\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrench Plain, 16mm round hollow bar, 30mm wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£23.90\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/premium-16mm-round-bar-french-plain-picket\"\u003eView\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlain Round, 16mm round hollow bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£11.90\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/premium-round-bar-hollow-picket-16mm\"\u003eView\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRound Bar Single Basket, 16mm round hollow bar, 55mm wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£19.90\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/16mm-round-hollow-bar-stair-spindle\"\u003eView\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRound Bar Double Basket, 16mm round hollow bar, 55mm wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£22.90\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/premium-round-hollow-bar-stair-spindle\"\u003eView\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitting and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the rake of your stair, then cut each spindle so it sits between the underside of the handrail and the base rail or tread, keeping the pattern at the same height along the flight. Fix the ends with spindle shoes, a grub screw or a metal-to-wood adhesive, keeping each spindle plumb.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe powder coat is the finish. Touch up cut ends with black metal paint. Wipe clean with a damp cloth; do not use abrasive cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the price for one spindle?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is for one spindle, with a minimum order of 5.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use them outside?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. These powder coated spindles are made for indoor stairs and are not recommended for outdoor use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I cut them?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Cut the plain ends with a hacksaw or a metal cutting blade, then touch up the cut end with black paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eAre they solid?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, they are 16mm round hollow bar, and each spindle weighs 0.798 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering and delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder 5 or more online, with Express UK Delivery to your site and same-day dispatch on orders before 2pm, Monday to Friday. For a larger job, call 01744 520 110 or email sales@industrialsuppliesco.co.uk and we will confirm availability and delivery before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Industrial Supplies Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63254138782083,"sku":"SSHF-315843-01","price":23.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/3002\/8778\/files\/french-leaf-stair-spindle-16mm-round-hollow-bar-1117mm-in-use.jpg?v=1794134204","url":"https:\/\/industrialsuppliesco.co.uk\/products\/french-leaf-stair-spindle-16mm-round-hollow-1117mm","provider":"industrialsuppliesco.co.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}