Printable Baluster Layout Worksheet
This 1-page letter-size worksheet is for anyone planning a deck railing baluster layout. It includes fields for section, clear length, baluster width, max gap, number of balusters, exact gap, and on-centre spacing. The page also has columns for numbering and mark-from-post measurements, plus rows to record marks for balusters 1 through 15.

Free printable · PDF
- 1 page
- US Letter — choose “Fit to page” for A4
- PDF, 98 KB
Free for personal, family and classroom use.
Fill in the section details first, then use the spacing fields to work out the layout. Enter each baluster mark in the table and use the on-centre columns to keep the spacing consistent from post to post. It gives you a simple place to track the full railing run before you cut or install anything.
Good for
- Plan deck railing baluster spacing
- Record mark positions from each post
- Check exact gap before installation
Tip: Print at 100% scale and write in pencil so you can adjust marks if needed.
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