{"product_id":"oak-flat-newel-cap-cladding-kit-115mm","title":"Oak Flat Newel Cap for Cladding Kit 115mm x 115mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe oak flat newel cap for cladding kit installations measures 115mm x 115mm and provides a clean, flat finish to the top of newel posts. Machined from solid oak, it completes a balustrade or staircase cladding assembly with a consistent grain appearance and a proper finished profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e115mm x 115mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMachined \/ unfinished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterior use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's used for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing the top of newel posts in cladding kit staircase assemblies where a flat, square-profile cap is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProviding a neat termination point on oak cladding kit newel posts at the base or landing level of a staircase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompleting a balustrade installation to give a consistent, uniform look across all newel post heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing worn or damaged existing flat caps on 115mm x 115mm newel posts in interior renovation projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitting and handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow the cap to acclimatise to the room's temperature and humidity for at least 48 hours before fixing, particularly in newly plastered or freshly heated spaces. Fix using a suitable wood adhesive or discrete secret nailing, ensuring the cap sits flush and square on the newel post head. Once fitted, finish with your chosen oil, stain, or varnish to match the surrounding oak joinery and to protect the surface from everyday wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this cap fit a standard cladding kit newel post?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. This cap is sized at 115mm x 115mm to suit standard cladding kit newel posts supplied at the same nominal dimension. Always check your post's actual head size before ordering to confirm compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this oak newel cap be used outdoors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis cap is specified for interior use only. If you need a finish for an external staircase or balustrade, you should look for a component that has been treated or specified for exterior conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the cap come pre-finished or ready to paint?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cap is supplied machined and unfinished, so you can apply the stain, oil, or varnish of your choice to match the rest of your staircase. Lightly sand with a fine-grit paper before applying any finish for the best result.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse the full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/oak-mouldings\"\u003eoak mouldings and staircase components\u003c\/a\u003e at Nottage Timber Merchants. We supply trade and retail customers across South Wales, with next-day delivery available to the Bridgend area and competitive pricing on all orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Will this cap fit a standard cladding kit newel post?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. This cap is sized at 115mm x 115mm to suit standard cladding kit newel posts supplied at the same nominal dimension. Always check your post's actual head size before ordering to confirm compatibility.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can this oak newel cap be used outdoors?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"This cap is specified for interior use only. 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