Stair parts
The whole stair.One trip.
Oak handrails, box newels, iron and wood balusters, and every bolt, shoe and rosette that holds them together. The common profiles are in stock at all six FAF stores, so the stair never waits on one missing part.
- In stock at 6 stores
- Open at 7 AM weekdays
- Free 30‑Day Returns on in-stock items
- Pick Up or Local Delivery
Free online tool
See the staircase before you build it
Our Stair Designer lets you and your clients try handrails, newels and balusters on real stair and balcony photos. Settle the look before anything is ordered, and see which parts are special order.
- Pick a sceneChoose a staircase or balcony that matches the job.
- Swap the partsTry baluster, newel and rail styles until it looks right.
- Bring your picksShow your parts list at any FAF store and we'll price it and pull it.
Handrails
Something to hold on to.
Seven popular profiles in select Red Oak and White Oak, sold in 8' and 16' lengths and in stock at every FAF location for same-day pickup. Need a different profile or species? We can order custom rail for your project.
10rail parts
in stock
Modern Rectangle
#1200A clean, square-edged rail for modern and transitional stairs. Pairs naturally with square posts and plain or square iron balusters.
- Size
- 1-5/8" x 2-1/2"
- Species
- Red Oak, White Oak
- Lengths
- 8' and 16'
FJ Traditional Rail
#6010The classic plowed traditional profile, comfortable to grip and a match for most box newels in production homes.
- Size
- 2-1/4" x 2-3/8"
- Species
- Red Oak, White Oak
- Lengths
- 8' and 16'
Modern T-Rail
#6084-1A flat-top T profile with a slimmer look than a full rectangle. Works well on open-tread and craftsman-style stairs.
- Size
- 1-5/8" x 2-5/8"
- Species
- Red Oak, White Oak
- Lengths
- 8' and 16'
AFJ Oval
#6042A low, rounded oval that is easy on the hand. A common choice for wall rails and basement stairs.
- Size
- 1-1/4" x 2-1/4"
- Species
- Red Oak
- Lengths
- 8' and 16'
Handrail Classic
#6210A taller traditional profile with more presence. Suits formal foyers and wider stairs.
- Size
- 2-3/8" x 2-5/8"
- Species
- Red Oak
- Lengths
- 8' and 16'
Handrail Georgian
#6310A decorative Georgian profile with a detailed top. Use it where the stair is a focal point.
- Size
- 2-1/4" x 2-5/8"
- Species
- Red Oak, White Oak
- Lengths
- 8' and 16'
Round Rail
#6040A rounded, easy-grip profile for a softer look than the flat-top modern rails.
- Size
- 1-5/8" x 1-3/4"
- Species
- Red Oak
- Lengths
- 8' and 16'
Handrail fittings
Volute, Left Hand
C-7030The curled fitting that starts the rail over the first step, for stairs that turn left.
- Species
- Red Oak
- Fits rail
- #6010 Traditional
Volute, Right Hand
C-7035The same curled starting fitting for stairs that turn right.
- Species
- Red Oak
- Fits rail
- #6010 Traditional
Returned End, 4"
C-7009A short rail end with the profile wrapped around it, so the rail stops clean instead of at a raw square cut.
- Species
- Red Oak
- Fits rail
- #6010 Traditional
Profile drawings show the rail cross-section. White Oak is in stock in the Modern Rectangle, FJ Traditional, Modern T-Rail and Handrail Georgian profiles.
Posts and newels
Every stair needs a strong start.
The newel sets the style of the whole stair. We keep the most-used box newels and square posts in stock for new construction and remodels.
10posts
in stock
Square Post, S4S
SPRO312 / SPWO312A plain, square-edged post for modern stairs, landings and balcony runs.
- Size
- 3-1/2" x 3-1/2" x 56"
- Species
- Red Oak, White Oak
Box Newel, Plain
C-4091A full-size box newel for the starting step. It anchors the stair and sets the style for the whole run. Also comes primed for painted stairs.
- Size
- 6-1/4" x 55"
- Species
- Red Oak, White Oak
- Also
- Primed
Box Newel, Adjustable
C-4291-ADJA 5" box newel with an adjustable base, so you can fit it on site to the rail height and floor. Also in stock primed, for painted stairs.
- Size
- 5" x 55"
- Species
- Red Oak, White Oak
- Also
- Primed, paint-grade
Top Grooved Square Post
A square post with a grooved top detail, a small upgrade over a plain S4S post.
- Size
- 3-1/2" x 3-1/2" x 56"
- Species
- Red Oak, White Oak
Box Newel, Flat Panel
C-4091-FPThe C-4091 box newel with flat recessed panels on each face for a more finished look.
- Size
- 6-1/3" x 55"
- Species
- Red Oak
Box Newel, Flat Panel, Tall
C-4691-FPA taller flat-panel box newel for spots that need extra post height, like landings and balconies.
- Size
- 4-1/2" x 64"
- Species
- Red Oak
Traditional Starting Newel
C-4011A turned starting newel with a pin top that fits into a volute or starting fitting.
- Size
- 3" x 48"
- Species
- Red Oak
Traditional Newel
C-4040A turned newel with a classic knob top for traditional stairs.
- Size
- 3" x 47-1/2"
- Species
- Red Oak
Traditional Half Newel
C-4040-1A half newel that mounts flat against the wall where the rail ends. Matches the C-4040.
- Size
- 1-1/2" x 47-1/2"
- Species
- Red Oak
Box Newel Sleeve
C-4378-SThe plain sleeve for the 3-1/2" interchangeable box newel. Finish the top with the C-4378-TC post cap.
- Size
- 3-1/2"
- Species
- Red Oak, White Oak
Balusters
Iron out the details.
Lite Iron balusters in Satin Black, plus primed wood squares and turnings. They pair with our handrails and posts. Other styles and finishes can be special ordered with short lead times.
15styles
in stock
Plain
PLA44Lite Iron. A straight, plain bar for a clean modern look.
- Size
- 1/2" x 44"
- Finish
- Satin Black
Plain, 3/4"
MEGA-PLALite Iron. The same plain bar as the PLA44 in a heavier 3/4" square. Use 3/4" shoes.
- Size
- 3/4" x 44"
- Finish
- Satin Black
Single Square
M435Lite Iron with a 20-3/4" x 3-3/4" open square. Mix with plain bars for a modern pattern.
- Size
- 1/2" x 44"
- Finish
- Satin Black
Skinny Square
M433Lite Iron with a slim open rectangle, 2" wide. A narrower take on the Single Square.
- Size
- 1/2" x 44"
- Finish
- Satin Black
Single Oval
M437Lite Iron with a 20-3/4" x 3-3/4" open oval. A softer take on the square.
- Size
- 1/2" x 44"
- Finish
- Satin Black
Single Basket
1BASK44Lite Iron with one basket. The traditional iron look, often alternated with twists.
- Size
- 1/2" x 44"
- Finish
- Satin Black
Double Basket
2BASK44Lite Iron with two baskets for a more decorative run.
- Size
- 1/2" x 44"
- Finish
- Satin Black
Single Twist
1TW44Lite Iron with one twist section. Pairs with basket balusters.
- Size
- 1/2" x 44"
- Finish
- Satin Black
Double Twist
2TW44Lite Iron with two twist sections.
- Size
- 1/2" x 44"
- Finish
- Satin Black
Single Knuckle
1KNUC44Lite Iron with one knuckle. A simple detail that suits transitional homes.
- Size
- 1/2" x 44"
- Finish
- Satin Black
Double Knuckle
2KNUC44Lite Iron with two knuckles.
- Size
- 1/2" x 44"
- Finish
- Satin Black
Wood Square, Primed
C-5060A primed wood baluster, ready to paint on site to match the trim.
- Size
- 1-1/4" x 42"
- Finish
- Primed
Hourglass
M434Lite Iron with an open hourglass shape. A modern accent to mix with plain bars.
- Size
- 1/2" x 44"
- Finish
- Satin Black
Long Block Pin Top, Primed
C-5015-LBA traditional turned baluster with a long square block at the base and a pin top, primed and ready to paint.
- Size
- 1-1/4" x 42"
- Finish
- Primed
Iron Tube
Tube-625-96A plain 5/8" round iron tube you cut to length on site.
- Size
- 5/8" round x 96"
- Finish
- Satin
Tip: most iron layouts alternate a plain or twist baluster with a decorative one (basket, knuckle or square). Ask the counter to help you count balusters per tread.
Hardware and accessories
Small parts. Big holdup if you forget one.
Fasteners for posts and rails, epoxy for setting iron, shoes to cover the base of each baluster, and rosettes and brackets for wall rails.
26parts
in stock
Fasteners and rail bolts
Post Fastening Kit
C-3008Bolt and plugs for a solid newel-to-floor connection.
- Includes
- bolt with plugs
EZ Mount Block
EZM-01The mounting block for the C-4091 box newel. The newel comes without one, so grab it on the same trip.
- Fits
- C-4091 box newel
- Includes
- mounting bolts
Rail & Post Fasteners
C-3301Fasteners and plugs for joining rail to post.
- Includes
- fasteners with plugs
L Bracket Post Fastener
C-3505-35Red Oak L bracket for mounting posts.
- Size
- 3-1/2"
Rail Bolt Wrench
C-3901The wrench for tightening rail bolts in tight spots.
- Use with
- rail bolts
Rail-Bolt Fastener
C-3302Joins handrail to newel posts and walls, and continuous rail to fittings. Hides under the rail.
- Includes
- rail bolt with plugs
Flush Rail Plug
C-3000Oak plug to cover rail bolt holes.
- Size
- 1"
- Species
- Red Oak, White Oak
Epoxy and touch-up for iron balusters
Manual Dispenser Epoxy Gun
C-2302Dispenser gun for the epoxy kits.
- Use with
- C-2401 epoxy
Epoxy Kit, 1.7 oz
C-2401 / C-2401-BEpoxy for setting iron balusters in treads and rails. Also comes in black.
- Includes
- 2 mixer nozzles
- Also
- Black, C-2401-B
Mixing Nozzles
C-2303Spare mixer nozzles for the epoxy kit.
- Pack
- 10 pieces
Touch-Up Pen
SAT-PENCovers cut ends and jobsite scratches on Satin Black iron balusters and shoes.
- Finish
- Satin Black
Iron baluster shoes
Flat Shoe
M-06Covers the base of an iron baluster on a level tread or landing.
- Fits
- 1/2" iron
- Finish
- Satin Black
Flat Shoe, 3/4"
MEGA-M-08The same flat shoe as the M-06, sized for 3/4" square iron balusters.
- Fits
- 3/4" iron
- Finish
- Satin Black
Pitch Shoe
PSH-02An angled shoe for the pitch of the rail or a sloped kneewall.
- Fits
- 1/2" iron
- Finish
- Satin Black
Pitch Shoe, 3/4"
MEGA-PSH-08The same angled shoe as the PSH-02, sized for 3/4" iron balusters.
- Fits
- 3/4" iron
- Finish
- Satin Black
Universal Shoe
RM-301A universal shoe that works on flat and pitched applications.
- Fits
- 1/2" iron
- Finish
- Satin Black
Flat Shoe, Low Profile
PF-06A slim square shoe for level treads and landings.
- Fits
- 1/2" iron
- Finish
- Satin
Pitch Shoe, Low Profile
PP-02The slim square shoe for the rail pitch or a sloped kneewall.
- Fits
- 1/2" iron
- Finish
- Satin
Decorative Shoe
AK-01A detailed, stepped shoe with a knuckle look for traditional iron.
- Fits
- 1/2" iron
- Finish
- Satin
Rosettes, caps and wall brackets
Rectangle Rosette
C-7318Wall plate where the rail meets the wall.
- Size
- 4-3/16" x 5-3/8"
- Species
- Red Oak, White Oak
Oval Rosette
C-7337An oval wall plate for traditional rails.
- Size
- 4" x 5-1/2"
- Species
- Red Oak
Square Rosette
C-7227A square wall plate for modern and craftsman rails.
- Size
- 4-3/16" square
- Species
- Red Oak, White Oak
Post Cap
C-4378-TCA cap to finish the top of the C-4378 post.
- Size
- 3-1/2"
- Species
- Red Oak
- Fits
- C-4378 post
Post Cap
C-312A stepped cap to finish the top of a 3-1/2" square post.
- Size
- 3-1/2"
- Species
- Red Oak, White Oak
Handrail Bracket
C-3621SATA classic wall bracket for wall-mounted rails.
- Span
- 2-3/4"
- Finish
- Satin Black
Craftsman Handrail Bracket
C-573507A square-lined bracket for modern and craftsman rails.
- Span
- 2-7/8"
- Finish
- Satin Black
Match the parts to the look
Pick a style and we'll pull the parts. Every part below is one we stock.
| Look | Handrail | Newel / post | Balusters | Hardware |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modern | Modern Rectangle #1200 | S4S square post | Plain PLA44 with Single Square M435 | Flat shoe M-06, Craftsman bracket C-573507 |
| Craftsman | Modern T-Rail #6084-1 | Top grooved square post | Plain PLA44 or primed wood C-5060 | Pitch shoe PSH-02, rectangle rosette C-7318 |
| Transitional | FJ Traditional #6010 | Flat panel box newel C-4091-FP | Single and double knuckle | Universal shoe RM-301 |
| Traditional | Handrail Classic #6210 with volute C-7030 / C-7035 | Starting newel C-4011 or turned newel C-4040 | Single twist with single or double basket | Pitch shoe PSH-02, oval rosette C-7337 |
| Painted, classic | Handrail Georgian #6310 | Primed box newel C-4291-ADJ | Primed wood C-5060 or C-5015-LB | Post fastening kit C-3008 |
| Wall rail only | AFJ Oval #6042 | None | None | Handrail bracket C-3621SAT, rail plugs C-3000 |
Always check local building code for rail height, baluster spacing and graspability. Our counter staff can help you plan the parts list.
Why crews buy stair parts here
Stairs are usually the last thing a flooring crew finishes, and the job stalls when one part is missing. We stock the full stair system next to the hardwood, moldings and finish you're already buying, so the stair matches the floor and you get it done in one stop.
In stock at six stores
Winder, Alpharetta, Suwanee, Marietta, Norcross and Lawrenceville. Pick Up or Local Delivery.
The whole stair in one place
Rail, newels, balusters, shoes, bolts, epoxy and rosettes, plus stair nosing to match the floor.
Open at 7 AM
All six stores are open at 7 AM on weekdays, and Marietta opens at 6:30 AM. Grab the parts before the crew clocks in.
Return at any of 6 stores
Free 30-day returns on in-stock items, with same-day refunds. Drop leftover balusters near your next job.
Counter staff who know stairs
Bring your measurements and we'll help you build the parts list and count balusters per tread.
Special orders and pro accounts
Need another profile, species or baluster? We source it with short lead times. Contractors can apply for credit.
Need stair parts for your next job?
Call for pricing and availability, or stop by the store closest to you. We open at 7 AM, so the rail's in the truck before the coffee's cold.
Product availability varies by location. Sizes are nominal. Special-order items are subject to supplier lead times and can't be returned. See our return policy.