"Andy Wade" wrote in message
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Cranky wrote:

[...] if they are available in standard lengths in diy stores.

Lots of standardised stair parts are available from Richard Burbidge -
http://www.richardburbidge.co.uk

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Andy

Have you any idea of the style he's on about? it was a common stair rail in
the 70's with just two or three wide planks ie no fancy stair spindles or
bannister hand rail.