Deck Spindle Spacing
This will ensure that they are placed no more than 4 inches apart although spindles can be placed from the center point but not to exceed a 4 inch gap depending on the aesthetic you want to achieve.
Deck spindle spacing. Even though most pre cut spindles are less than 1 1 2 the smallest are still only about 1 1 4. Bottom railings too should be 4 inches or less away from the deck surface. Use the deck baluster spacing calculator to calculate how many total balusters you ll need to be sure your deck railing adheres to code.
Giving you on center measurements our baluster spacing tool will help your railing meet building codes and remain symmetrical throughout. When this is subtracted from 5 it still leaves 3 3 4 for the space. If you aren t too picky then a 2 4 or 2 3 depending on the look you want will work for baluster spacing.
The maximum space between each 2 inch baluster should not exceed 99 mm which leaves three 2 inch balusters per foot. Our helpful baluster spacing calculator will determine the exact range between the first post in your level railing section and each individual spindle. Once you know your baluster.
This is below the 4 maximum for spindle spacing. This is the simplest and most reliable way to space your balusters.