Things You'll Need:
- Ruler or Tape Measure
- Calculator
- Chalk
- Pencil
- Spray Paint
- Masking Tape
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Step 1
Measure the area that you would like to make a grid. For large areas, use a tape measure, and for smaller areas, such as a paper, use a ruler. Determine the size that you would like each cell of the grid to be. Large areas typically measure twelve inches per square or larger, whereas a grid cell on a piece of paper may only measure one inch.
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Step 2
Divide the length of the longest side by the number of squares you want your grid to be comprised of. This number will be the measurement for each squares length. If you have a thirty six foot long side, and you want twelve squares, then each square will measure three feet. Typically, a grid is made up of perfect squares, so if a square is three feet on the length side, it will be spaced three feet on the width.
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Step 3
Mark the edge of the grid on paper or a wall with pencil lines. The edge will provide a starting point for the consequent measurements and markings to be spaced. Markings for spacing may also be made with masking tape on walls, floors, and hard surfaces. Mark lines in dirt or greenery with spray paint that is vibrant in color.
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Step 4
Measure out each spaced line from the prior measurements on the length side of the grid. As mentioned above, for a thirty six foot plot, at three feet per grid square, measure every three feet and lay down a line. Draw a line with the pencil, tape, or spray paint to the other edge of the grid. Measure spacing after each new line to ensure a cohesive and very even distribution of lines.
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Step 5
Mark the spacing as you did with the length, but now for the width. Spaces should be perfect squares, so if they are three feet in length, they should in turn be three feet in width. Have a friend or family member check the spacing and measurements for errors prior to doing anything else with your grid.
