HELPFUL
HINTS BEFORE YOU INSTALL THE EDGING
A. The top of the edging has a thicker rounded
surface (Diagram B). B. The edging is normally installed
with the stakes on the inside of the landscape bed area
(Diagram B). C. For an installation with smoother curves,
connect 3 to 4 sections together before placing edging into
the trench (Diagram A). D. It is ideal to have another person
hold the edging while you are staking it into place, but
not necessary. E. Keep snapping the sections together well
ahead of the staking.
 INSTALLATION
- Dig
landscape trench 1” (25mm) deeper than the edging
being set.
- Set
the edging into the landscape trench with the top 1/2”
(12.5cm) above what will become the compacted finish grade.
(The installer can connect the adjacent sections of the
edging prior to or after the sections are placed in the
trench.) Where connections are needed on curves, the installer
will find that connecting sections prior to installing
will allow for faster completion.
- Start
at the beginning of the bed area and begin driving the
12” (30.5cm) aluminum stakes. (NOTE: There are more
loops per section than stakes. The additional loops are
provided for greater versatility of staking based on the
design and application.)
- Snap
down the adjacent sections. (See Diagram A)
- At
the end of the bed area, cut the section to the desired
length and stake down. Begin your next bed area with the
remaining portion of the cut section. (See Diagram B)
FORMING ANGLES: Cut the bottom of the edging halfway up
using a hacksaw, lay on a hard surface placing a brick
or 4 x 4 over the cut. Bend up to the desired angle using
a hammer to stiffen angle. This forms a 1/2” radius
on top avoiding sharp corners.
NOTE:
When installing Aluminum edging in direct contact with ACQ
treated lumber we recommend installing a barrier material
such as Grace Vycor® Deck Protector™
If
you have any additional questions, please contact us at
1.800.356.9660 or email
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