{"product_id":"pine-square-spindle-baluster-32mm-x-32mm-x-900mm","title":"Pine Square Spindle Baluster 32mm x 32mm x 900mm","description":"\u003cp\u003ePine square spindle balusters measuring 32mm x 32mm x 900mm are a straightforward choice for staircase balustrades, landing infills and decking panels. Cut from pine with a clean square profile, they accept paint or stain readily and suit both traditional and contemporary rail systems.\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\u003ePine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSquare\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32mm x 32mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e900mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlaned smooth\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\u003eStaircase balustrades - filling the gap between handrail and base rail on indoor staircases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLanding and mezzanine balustrades - providing the required guarding infill at height changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecking infill panels - used vertically between posts and rails on raised decking structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeature partition screens - spaced evenly to create open-style internal dividers in hallways or living spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitting and handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow pine spindles to acclimatise indoors for at least 48 hours before fitting, particularly in centrally heated properties where movement is more pronounced. Fix into routed slots in the base rail and handrail, or secure with angled lost-head nails or screws for a tidy finish. Apply a suitable primer and paint or an interior wood stain promptly after fitting to protect the timber and lock in dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the actual finished size of this spindle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe spindle is planed to a smooth finish at 32mm x 32mm with a length of 900mm. This is the finished size, so no further planing is required before fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many spindles do I need per metre of balustrade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilding Regulations in England and Wales generally require gaps between spindles to be no more than 99mm (so a 100mm sphere cannot pass through). At 32mm wide with a 99mm gap, you will need approximately seven spindles per metre of balustrade, though you should calculate precisely based on your post spacings and any local requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan these pine spindles be used outdoors on a deck?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePine in its untreated state is not suitable for prolonged exterior exposure. For decking balustrades, you should apply a good-quality exterior wood preservative and maintain the coating regularly, or consider a pressure-treated alternative if the spindles will be exposed to weather consistently.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse our full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/newel-posts\"\u003enewel posts\u003c\/a\u003e to complete your staircase project. Nottage Timber Merchants supply trade and retail customers from our Bridgend yard, with next-day delivery available across Bridgend and the wider South Wales area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the actual finished size of this spindle?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The spindle is planed to a smooth finish at 32mm x 32mm with a length of 900mm. This is the finished size, so no further planing is required before fitting.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How many spindles do I need per metre of balustrade?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Building Regulations in England and Wales generally require gaps between spindles to be no more than 99mm (so a 100mm sphere cannot pass through). 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