Long Basket Stair Spindle, 12.5mm Square Hollow, 1117mm, Black Powder Coated Metal Baluster

A long basket metal stair spindle in 12.5mm square hollow bar, 1117mm (44in) long, powder coated black: a long slim open basket with a small ball at its centre, held between two knuckles. 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.

Why choose this spindle

A long, slim basket. The bar opens into a narrow 522mm basket with a small ball at its centre, held between two 50mm knuckles. At 37mm wide it adds height and detail without taking up the width of a full panel.

Finished in black. Powder coated at the factory, so there is no painting to do once the spindles are fitted.

Hollow bar. 12.5mm square hollow bar, 0.999 kg each, easy to cut with a hacksaw or metal cutting blade.

1117mm long. Long enough for most domestic stairs and landings, with plain ends to cut to the rake top and bottom.

Mix and match. Use it on its own or alternate it with plain spindles from the same range for a pattern.

Where it is used

On 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.

Specifications

Part lengths are approximate. The overall length can vary by a few millimetres, which makes no difference once the ends are cut to the rake.

How many do you need?

UK 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.

Is this the right spindle?

The long basket is taller and much slimmer than the rounded single and double basket spindles, so it looks more contemporary. If you prefer a short, rounded basket, choose the single basket or the small basket spindle.

Fitting and care

Measure 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.

The powder coat is the finish. Touch up cut ends with black metal paint. Wipe clean with a damp cloth; do not use abrasive cleaners.

Frequently asked questions

Ordering and delivery

Order 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.