Override the Main Baluster Pattern for Stairs

For a stair railing, you can specify the baluster family and the number of balusters per tread.

1. In a plan view, select a railing.
2. On the Properties palette, click Edit Type.
3. In the Type Properties dialog, for Baluster Placement, click Edit.
4. In the Edit Baluster Placement dialog, select Use Baluster Per Tread on Stairs.
5. Specify the number of balusters on each tread.
6. Specify the baluster family for the stairs.
7. Click OK.