Fig. 37. Section
of Top Landing,
Baluster, and Rail.
[Fig. 39] represents part of the bottom newel, showing the string, moulding on the outside, and cap.
[Fig. 40] is a section of the top string enlarged.
[Fig. 41] is the newel at the bottom, as cut out to receive bottom step. It must be remembered that there is a cove under each tread. This may be nailed in after the stairs are put together, and it adds greatly to the appearance.
We may state that stairs should have carriage pieces fixed from floor to floor, under the stairs, to support them. These may be notched under the steps; or rough brackets may be nailed to the side of the carriage, and carried under each riser and tread.
There is also a framed spandrel which helps materially to carry the weight, makes a sound job, and adds greatly to the appearance. This spandrel may be made of 1¼-inch material, with panels and mouldings on the front side, as shown in [Fig. 36]. The joint between the top and bottom rails of the spandrel at the angle, should be made as shown in [Fig. 42] with a cross-tongue, and glued and fastened with long screws. [Fig. 43] is simply one of the panels showing the miters on the moulding and the shape of the sections. As there is a convenient space under the landing, it is commonly used for a closet.
