Baluster for stairs
Stair railing with pattern offset
To adapt the railing spindles for a staircase, we need three precise measurements from you. These measurements are used to calculate the slope of the stairs and to offset the pattern so that it appears even and visually balanced along the entire railing.
Accuracy is essential. Even small deviations can affect the final visual result.
Measurements we need
Measurement A (horizontal distance)
Measure the horizontal length from the start to the end of the section where the railing will be installed.
This is the straight distance sideways, not along the slope of the stairs.
Measurement B (vertical height)
Measure the height difference between the same two points.
This is the total vertical height from the starting point to the end point.
Measurement C (sloped length)
Measure the actual length along the slope of the stairs, i.e. the diagonal distance where the railing will be mounted.
This measurement is mainly used as a check to verify that A and B are correct.
Important when measuring
- Always measure between the same start and end points for all three measurements
- Use a tape measure and measure in millimetres
- Double-check your measurements
- If any measurement feels uncertain – measure again rather than estimate
Why we need these measurements
Based on measurements A and B, we calculate the slope of the stairs.
This slope determines how much the pattern in the railing spindles needs to be offset.
The purpose is to ensure that:
- the pattern follows the direction of the stairs
- spacing and shapes appear even
- the overall result looks correct and well-balanced
Without this adjustment, the pattern may otherwise appear skewed or “shifted” in relation to the staircase.
Summary
You provide:
- A – horizontal distance
- B – vertical height difference
- C – sloped length (optional but recommended)
We use the measurements to:
- calculate the slope
- adjust the pattern in the railing spindles
- ensure a visually correct result
Cost
Standard price for a railing profile + 30%
