How Many Balusters Come in a Bundle?

It depends on the style. As a rough guide, a box holds about 15 plain bars, about 10 knuckle or basket balusters, or about 5 scroll balusters. But you don’t need to order by the box. Just order the exact number of balusters your stairs need. Bigger orders, over about 150 pounds, ship on a pallet.

Rough Box Counts by Style

StyleAbout per box
Plain bars15
Knuckles10
Baskets10
Scrolls5

Counts vary by style, so treat these as a rough guide only.

How Many Balusters Do You Need?

Plan on about 3 balusters per tread on stairs and 3 per foot on balconies and landings, then add about 5% extra for mistakes. A typical 13-step staircase takes about 39. See the baluster spacing guide to get your exact count.

How Big Orders Ship

Orders over about 150 pounds ship on a pallet. Orders over $750 ship free to the lower 48 states, except items 8 feet and longer, which add an extended length fee. See our coupons and shipping details.

Baluster Bundle FAQ

How many balusters come in a box?

About 15 plain bars, 10 knuckle or basket balusters, or 5 scroll balusters, depending on the style.

Do I have to buy balusters by the box?

No. Order the exact number you need.

How many balusters do I need for my stairs?

About 3 per tread, or about 39 for a typical 13-step staircase. Add about 5% extra.

Douglas Lovin
Douglas Lovin

Douglas Lovin owns Cheap Stair Parts and has spent more than 20 years in the stair parts business, helping homeowners and contractors plan everything from a simple baluster swap to a full staircase remodel.

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