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title: Anatomy of a Box Newel
description: Understand the anatomy of every box newel manufactured by Oak Pointe, LLC
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# [Anatomy of a Box Newel](https://blog.stairpartsandmore.com/blog/anatomy-of-a-box-newel)

 Written by [Dave Weissman](https://blog.stairpartsandmore.com/blog/author/dave-weissman) | Mar 5, 2019 2:50:00 PM

Oak Pointe Box Newels are all handcrafted for exceptional quality.

**ALL OAK POINTE BOX NEWELS FEATURE:**

- Solid hardwoods, NO veneers
- Solid internal blocking, allows for ease of installation of your handrail
- Loose internal mounting block (order your preferred hardware separately)

**Oak Pointe utilizes Locking “S” Mitered Joints on all box newels.**

Locking “S” Mitered Joints are joints formed by fitting two pieces of wood together at a specified angle (45°). An “S” shaped beveled groove within the joint secures its connection.

**Joints provide a variety of benefits:**

- Reinforced construction
- No exposed joint
- Smooth, clean finish

| **Cross Section of Plain or Milled Box Newels** | **Cross Section of Box Newels with Panels** |
| --- | --- |
|  |  |
|   | - Continuous grain — panels are made from the same board as the rest of the side - Ability to add a panel(s) to the top block - True stile and rail construction – panels are NOT Routed |

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