This House of Forgings 7520 tandem cap handrail fitting is used to cover a newel post and join two handrail sections for the 6500 series.
Key specs:
- Material: Wood; available in Red oak, White oak, and Poplar.
- Code compliance: Meets International Residential Code (IRC) standards for handrail connections in residential stairs.
- Design: Tandem cap profile; unfinished and ready to stain, free of knots and defects.
- Includes: Mounting hardware and instructions.
Usage Tips: Although ready to stain, inspect for handling marks or smudges and lightly sand with 220-grit or finer paper, then wipe clean with a tack cloth before applying stain to ensure even absorption.
Availability and lead times:
- Red oak, White oak & Poplar: Stocked and ready for immediate shipping.
| Weight | 1.9996 lbs |
|---|---|
| Wood Type | Red Oak, White Oak, Poplar |
Wood is a natural material and can exhibit slight dimensional variances due to fluctuations in moisture content and weather exposure. Additionally, the cutting tools used to manufacture the handrails may experience minor wear over time.
These factors can occasionally lead to slight inconsistencies when fitting the handrail and fittings together. This is an industry-standard characteristic of wood. Typically, wood glue and mounting hardware are used to join the handrail and fitting, and this seam is sanded smooth. In cases where minor fitting adjustments are needed, the sanding process blends the pieces seamlessly, usually without adding significant time or complexity.