Decks, Patios, Porches and Docks - baluster spacing spcs for railings

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Davis_NF
08-04-08, 07:30 PM
I am re-building my raised deck - I need to know the maximum spacing requirements for balusters on the rails. The deck is about 5' above grade.

Thanks in advance

Pulpo
08-04-08, 08:54 PM
I believe it's 4 or 4 1/2" and the railing height is 3'
Davis_NF
08-05-08, 04:28 AM
thanks! rail will be 36" high.


Davis

Wirepuller38
08-05-08, 06:28 AM
Maximum spacing is 4 inches. I use a short piece of 2x4, which gives 3 1/2 inches and looks nice. Sometimes a slight variation not exceeding 4 inches will make the spacing come out even at the end. Or begin in the center and work toward the ends. Good luck with your project. I am using U.S. specs.