Railings
in SketchUp
Parametrically.
Generate metal balusters, glass panels, cable runs, rods, solid panels, and custom SKP sections along paths, edges, stairs, and slopes - all inside SketchUp.
Fully Included in LizArk Main Plugin
You do not need to buy LizArk Rail separately! It is 100% included under the LizArk main plugin (including the LizArk Basic license). Note: A standalone plugin edition will also be available in the near future for single-tool users.
Included in LizArk Basic ($39/yr) & Pro • Standalone plugin coming soon
Feature Catalog
A complete railing workflow
Seven Railing Systems
Choose a system and generate a complete railing along any path or edge.
- Metal Baluster: Posts plus vertical or horizontal metal balusters with adjustable spacing.
- Designer Metal: Posts plus ornamental designer bar panels with frame gaps.
- Glass: Frameless or framed glass panels with thickness and panel-gap controls.
- Cable: Posts with multiple cable runs, diameter, and spacing control.
- Rod: Posts with rod runs and diameter/spacing controls.
- Solid Panel: Posts with solid infill panels and configurable panel gap.
- Custom Railing: Repeat imported SKP sections automatically along a path.
Path & Stair Tools
Draw a new path or use existing edges and SketchUp geometry.
- Generate Railing: Select any path or edges, choose a system, preview, then generate.
- Draw Rail Path: Use the built-in point-pick tool to draw a clean path for the railing.
- Draw Stair Path: Pick key stair break points; Stair Mode insets the railing automatically.
- Edit Selected Rail: Select an existing LizArk Rail group and update its parameters.
- Regenerate: Rebuild with current settings without re-drawing the path.
Balusters, Handrails & Panels
Fine-tune every component with realistic materials and sections.
- Posts: Width, depth, spacing, end/corner posts, colors, or imported textures.
- Handrails: Round, rectangular, or square profiles with satin steel, brass, oak, walnut, or custom textures.
- Balusters: Enable/disable per side, width, spacing, and material.
- Stair Mode: Auto-follows slope, insets the railing, and clears treads.
- Cut List / BOM: Reports posts, balusters, handrails, cables, rods, glass panels, and custom counts.
Custom Asset Library
Import components and textures to build your own railing systems.
- Import SKP Assets: Use any component as a post, baluster, or repeating section.
- Organize: Browse by type, search, sort, and filter the asset library.
- Thumbnail Previews: Preview components before placing them.
- Texture Import: Apply JPG/PNG/BMP/TIFF textures to posts and handrails.
- Presets: Built-in styles plus save/load/delete your own presets.
FAQ
Common Questions
Is LizArk Rail included under the LizArk main plugin?
Yes, 100%! LizArk Rail is fully included under the LizArk main plugin (including LizArk Basic, Pro, and Studio). You do not need to buy a separate license.
Do I need to buy LizArk Rail separately right now?
No separate purchase is needed. We understand having a buy button can be confusing! Everything is currently bundled inside the LizArk main plugin. In the near future, LizArk Rail will also be released as an independent standalone plugin for users who only want railing design without the full architectural suite, but LizArk main plugin licenses already get full access included today.
Does LizArk Basic include LizArk Rail?
Yes, absolutely! LizArk Basic ($39/year) comes complete with LizArk Rail (all 7 railing systems, stair slopes, custom components, and cut list) as well as LizArk Roads.
When will LizArk Rail be available as a standalone plugin?
A standalone edition is planned for release in the near future for users who only need railing automation. However, if you purchase the LizArk main plugin today, you already have complete access.
What is LizArk Rail?
LizArk Rail is a parametric railing generator for SketchUp. It creates metal, glass, cable, rod, solid-panel, and custom railings along edges, paths, stairs, and slopes.
Can I use my own components?
Yes. Import any SKP file as a post, baluster, or repeating custom section, and import image textures for posts and handrails.
Does LizArk Rail work on stairs?
Yes. Stair Mode follows the slope and insets the railing to clear treads and handrail movement.
Can I get a bill of materials?
Yes. The built-in Cut List reports counts and lengths for posts, balusters, handrails, cables, rods, glass panels, and custom sections.
Need help with LizArk Rail?
Send us a LizArk Rail support request and we will get back to you within one business day.
Build railings faster in SketchUp
LizArk Rail is fully included inside the LizArk main plugin (including LizArk Basic). You do not need to buy it separately!
Standalone plugin edition will also be available in the near future for single-tool users.
Get LizArk (Rail Included)Included with LizArk Basic ($39/yr), Pro & Studio
