16 mm Solid Brass Stair Rods
16mm diameter solid brass stair rods are commonly used with wider commercial steps and double staircases such as theatres and hotels.
Our 16mm stair rods are available in 6 high-quality finishes, including polished brass, antique bronze and satin chrome, with a choice of 3 standard and 6 large finial designs.
Each stair rod is supplied with two hinged eyes. Our installation guide is available online and you’ll find our measuring tips in our Catalogue.
NBS Source
Technical Specification
Suitability
Commercial or domestic locations.
Application
'The Akeman Collection' of stair rods are designed to be fitted as a decorative finish to any stairs.
Diameter
16 mm
Finials Available
Acorn, Ball, Castle, Jester, Large Acorn, Large Ball, Manhattan, Paris, Pineapple
Fixing
Fix eyes into tread riser directly alongside the edge of the carpet runner leaving a gap of approximately 3mm (1/8"). For concrete stairs use rawl plugs for screw fixings. When fixing to timber stair, direct screw into tread and riser. Note, if wood is particularly hard, it may be required to pilot drill before fixing with screws. Stair rods are for aesthetic purposes only. Always use wooden gripper to fully secure carpet on stairs.
Important Information
Stair rods are supplied one rod and two hinged fixing eyes per tread. Measuring Tip - Add at least 100 mm (3.9") to runner size.
Handling
Always wear gloves when handling stair rods. Do not handle with bare hands as sweat will cause rapid tarnishing of the finish.
Finish Notes
Antique Brass and Antique Bronze finishes are a chemically applied process and are hand finished with a variance from batch to batch. They are designed to create an aged, unpolished effect.
Suitability
Commercial or domestic locations.
Application
'The Akeman Collection' of stair rods are designed to be fitted as a decorative finish to any stairs.
Diameter
16 mm
Finials Available
Acorn, Ball, Castle, Jester, Large Acorn, Large Ball, Manhattan, Paris, Pineapple
Fixing
Fix eyes into tread riser directly alongside the edge of the carpet runner leaving a gap of approximately 3mm (1/8"). For concrete stairs use rawl plugs for screw fixings. When fixing to timber stair, direct screw into tread and riser. Note, if wood is particularly hard, it may be required to pilot drill before fixing with screws. Stair rods are for aesthetic purposes only. Always use wooden gripper to fully secure carpet on stairs.
Important Information
Stair rods are supplied one rod and two hinged fixing eyes per tread. Measuring Tip - Add at least 100 mm (3.9") to runner size.
Handling
Always wear gloves when handling stair rods. Do not handle with bare hands as sweat will cause rapid tarnishing of the finish.
Finish Notes
Antique Brass and Antique Bronze finishes are a chemically applied process and are hand finished with a variance from batch to batch. They are designed to create an aged, unpolished effect.
Suitability
Commercial or domestic locations.
Application
'The Akeman Collection' of stair rods are designed to be fitted as a decorative finish to any stairs.
Diameter
16 mm
Finials Available
Acorn, Ball, Castle, Jester, Large Acorn, Large Ball, Manhattan, Paris, Pineapple
Fixing
Fix eyes into tread riser directly alongside the edge of the carpet runner leaving a gap of approximately 3mm (1/8"). For concrete stairs use rawl plugs for screw fixings. When fixing to timber stair, direct screw into tread and riser. Note, if wood is particularly hard, it may be required to pilot drill before fixing with screws. Stair rods are for aesthetic purposes only. Always use wooden gripper to fully secure carpet on stairs.
Important Information
Stair rods are supplied one rod and two hinged fixing eyes per tread. Measuring Tip - Add at least 100 mm (3.9") to runner size.
Handling
Always wear gloves when handling stair rods. Do not handle with bare hands as sweat will cause rapid tarnishing of the finish.
Finish Notes
Antique Brass and Antique Bronze finishes are a chemically applied process and are hand finished with a variance from batch to batch. They are designed to create an aged, unpolished effect.
Suitability
Commercial or domestic locations.
Application
'The Akeman Collection' of stair rods are designed to be fitted as a decorative finish to any stairs.
Diameter
16 mm
Finials Available
Acorn, Ball, Castle, Jester, Large Acorn, Large Ball, Manhattan, Paris, Pineapple
Fixing
Fix eyes into tread riser directly alongside the edge of the carpet runner leaving a gap of approximately 3mm (1/8"). For concrete stairs use rawl plugs for screw fixings. When fixing to timber stair, direct screw into tread and riser. Note, if wood is particularly hard, it may be required to pilot drill before fixing with screws. Stair rods are for aesthetic purposes only. Always use wooden gripper to fully secure carpet on stairs.
Important Information
Stair rods are supplied one rod and two hinged fixing eyes per tread. Measuring Tip - Add at least 100 mm (3.9") to runner size.
Handling
Always wear gloves when handling stair rods. Do not handle with bare hands as sweat will cause rapid tarnishing of the finish.
Finish Notes
Antique Brass and Antique Bronze finishes are a chemically applied process and are hand finished with a variance from batch to batch. They are designed to create an aged, unpolished effect.
Suitability
Commercial or domestic locations.
Application
'The Akeman Collection' of stair rods are designed to be fitted as a decorative finish to any stairs.
Diameter
16 mm
Finials Available
Acorn, Ball, Castle, Jester, Large Acorn, Large Ball, Manhattan, Paris, Pineapple
Fixing
Fix eyes into tread riser directly alongside the edge of the carpet runner leaving a gap of approximately 3mm (1/8"). For concrete stairs use rawl plugs for screw fixings. When fixing to timber stair, direct screw into tread and riser. Note, if wood is particularly hard, it may be required to pilot drill before fixing with screws. Stair rods are for aesthetic purposes only. Always use wooden gripper to fully secure carpet on stairs.
Important Information
Stair rods are supplied one rod and two hinged fixing eyes per tread. Measuring Tip - Add at least 100 mm (3.9") to runner size.
Handling
Always wear gloves when handling stair rods. Do not handle with bare hands as sweat will cause rapid tarnishing of the finish.
Finish Notes
Antique Brass and Antique Bronze finishes are a chemically applied process and are hand finished with a variance from batch to batch. They are designed to create an aged, unpolished effect.
Suitability
Commercial or domestic locations.
Application
'The Akeman Collection' of stair rods are designed to be fitted as a decorative finish to any stairs.
Diameter
16 mm
Finials Available
Acorn, Ball, Castle, Jester, Large Acorn, Large Ball, Manhattan, Paris, Pineapple
Fixing
Fix eyes into tread riser directly alongside the edge of the carpet runner leaving a gap of approximately 3mm (1/8"). For concrete stairs use rawl plugs for screw fixings. When fixing to timber stair, direct screw into tread and riser. Note, if wood is particularly hard, it may be required to pilot drill before fixing with screws. Stair rods are for aesthetic purposes only. Always use wooden gripper to fully secure carpet on stairs.
Important Information
Stair rods are supplied one rod and two hinged fixing eyes per tread. Measuring Tip - Add at least 100 mm (3.9") to runner size.
Handling
Always wear gloves when handling stair rods. Do not handle with bare hands as sweat will cause rapid tarnishing of the finish.
Finish Notes
Antique Brass and Antique Bronze finishes are a chemically applied process and are hand finished with a variance from batch to batch. They are designed to create an aged, unpolished effect.
Finishes
Polished Brass
Satin Brass
Antique Bronze
Antique Brass
Chrome
Satin Chrome
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