Thesaurus results for BANISTERS

banisters

noun

variants also bannisters

plural of banister

as in railings

a protective barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and its supports a much-needed new banister for the rickety staircase

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Recent Examples of banisters Cheval Blanc Courchevel’s mustard exterior suggests a traditional, Savoyard scene of reindeer rugs and bannisters carved with twee hearts and cowbells inside. —

Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 June 2026 The staircase is a floating composition of wood treads, steel posts and glass banisters. —

Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 25 May 2026 Ornate banisters and molding customary of the baronial style lay the groundwork, while decor additions like an antique globe bar cart with a compass design on its base provide thoughtful nods that only eagle-eyed fans may notice. —

Alison McDermott, Architectural Digest, 19 Feb. 2026 Shackles hang from the banisters so visitors to the church can picture how these people were chained together. —

Maggie Menderski, Louisville Courier Journal, 19 Feb. 2026 Extendable or telescoping hoses are great for reaching high-up spots, like banisters and beams. —

Bestreviews, Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2026 That religious practice would lead to the famous Shaker aesthetics, most notably seen in furniture, but also wooden boxes, staircases, banisters, and architecture. —

Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 7 Jan. 2026 Christmas Garland Add a touch of winter magic to bannisters, doorways, and fireplace mantels with this 72-inch garland that includes pops of red berries, faux cypress, and pine. —

Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025 Hang them around a fireplace, doorframe, stairs, tabletops, and banisters for an ideal autumnal atmosphere. —

Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2025

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Rectangular lamps were fixed at regular intervals between the pillars, and green metal railings lined the gaps to keep people from falling into the water.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
The original 1900 barn has been expanded into a five-bedroom, open-plan home with decks extending from both levels and a 25-foot-tall great room topped by a loft with wood railings.

— The Week US, TheWeek, 8 June 2026