What's wrong with that newel post?
A good sand down stain and varnish will make it look new.
If you really want a new, new look, veneer it with hardwood thin board.
Easy enough and would avoid structural problems.
A good sand down stain and varnish will make it look new.
If you really want a new, new look, veneer it with hardwood thin board.
Easy enough and would avoid structural problems.