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Terminology Definitions
DIAGRAMS to illustrate staircase terminology.
FIELD: The wrought iron design area between the cap of the handrail and the bottom steel runner.
HANDRAIL: The wood or metal portion of the railing which is held onto while walking, climbing, or descending. Industry standards run from 1 /14" up to 2 1/4".
PICKETS: The vertical design elements that are positioned within the field to give the railing part of its design.
4" BALL RULE: None of the spaces within the field are large enough so that a 4" ball can pass through them. This is a safety feature to prevent children and small animals from becoming stuck.
A LATERAL: The curved portion of the cap rail and handrail that turns to meet the newel post.
NEWEL POST: The post at the bottom of the stairway at which the handrail and top rail end.
UPPER AND LOWER RAIL: The horizontal "bars" or lengths of steel into which the field is built.
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