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HELP please, replacing wood to metal spindles

2 years ago

Hello, our wood spindles have a massive top and bottom and would create a problem if we want to replace with metal spindles. The original woodwork is a bit odd. Is there a way to cover the wood and then start afresh with new metal spindle holes? Don't fancy hole new baluster/staircase setup.

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Daisy England
2 years ago
You take out the existing and replace with new. A joinery workshop should be able to apply it. It’s baserail and top rail.
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