SS Four Baluster

A baluster is an upright support, often a vertical moulded shaft, square, or lathe-turned form found in stairways, parapets, and other architectural features.First, balusters support the handrail. Balusters also close the gaps between posts, acting as safety features by eliminating excess space through which someone could fall. Finally – and most obviously – balusters provide additional style and structural flair for your railing.A baluster is a the vertical post onto which the handrail is affixed. It is usually a part of the guardrail system. These pillars or columns are usually decorative in design and are also referred to as the spindle.Balusters can be round, square, or flat; they can come in variety of other shapes as long as they are vertical and attach to a rail. A row of balusters is called a balustrade. In all cases, the balusters are held in place by upper and lower elements like a floor and a rail.