Deck Post Spacing Calculator







Formula

The formula to calculate the deck post spacing is:

\[ \text{DPS} = \frac{\text{L} - \text{W}}{\text{N} + 1} \]

Where:

What is Deck Post Spacing?

Deck post spacing refers to the distance between the posts that support a deck. This is a crucial aspect of deck construction as it directly impacts the stability and safety of the deck.

Example Calculation

Example:

Calculation:

\[ \text{DPS} = \frac{20 - 10}{4 + 1} = 2 \text{ feet} \]