Assembly Instructions

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Prepare
Rubber Mallet
Level
Utility Knife
Caulk Gun
Protective Equipment
Tape Measure
TOOL CHECK LIST
• Please research and follow
local building codes prior
to the excavation, construc
-
tion and assembly of your
project.
• Exercise caution when
you work with Concrete
Block designs. Wear pro
-
tective safety equipment
such as safety glasses,
dust masks, gloves and a
hard hat.
• Whether you plan to
build the project yourself
or to hire a professional,
every project requires a
call to mark your utility
lines.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN:
Chisel
Standard Hammer
A solid foundation is necessary to prevent settling and tiling of each project. We recommend using a leveling pad,
unless local building code requires you to pour a concrete foundation or build another type of foundation.
FOUNDATION
• Choose the location for the completed project; place and mark the position of the base layer of blocks.
Once marked, remove the blocks and the organic top soil within the marked area.
• If applicable to your area, create a leveling pad with a non-frost susceptible, well graded, compacted angular
gravel-sand mixture with nes (GW as per ASTM D248). The leveling pad should be a minimum of 4 to 6
inches thick. For leveling pads greater than 8” thick, the ll material shall be placed in more than one lift.
Each layer or lift of ll material shall be leveled and compacted to a 95% Standard Proctor density before
moving on.
• Once the top layer of ll material is compacted and level, place the base layer of blocks. The base layer
should sit 1 to 2 inches below grade to help further prevent shifting. Use additional ll material to level the
base layer as needed.
NOTE: If a concrete slab is required, prepare a leveling pad using the procedures listed in the paragraphs above.
The concrete should have a minimum compressive strength of 2500 psi. A 4-inch thick concrete slab should be
sufcient. A thickened edge and reinforcement of the leveling slabs may be required. Please consult a professional
engineer for specic requirements.
TIPS FOR BUILDING LEVELING PADS
Please be sure you read and understand all instructions before you begin. These plans will walk you through
each step as you Prepare, Assemble and Enjoy the new addition to your yard. Check out the Progress Bar at
the bottom of each page to track your advancements as you complete each phase of your project!
INSTRUCTIONS
It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, codes and regulations for
any project. Proper safety precautions must be taken prior to and during the construction of each project. Please
follow standard safety guidelines and wear necessary protective equipment when building and using your new
backyard addition.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Cutting block will be necessary for assembly. A block tter and circular saw with masonry cutting blade
are ideal tools to work with. Necessary cuts will be called on the plans.
NOTE