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• Level under 4x4 runners only.
• Locate leveling material 12" from ends of runners and no more than 48" apart.
• Asphalt shingles should be used between 4x4 runners and blocks or treated lumber. Never use
shingles in direct contact with ground.
• For best results and aiding in water drainage use gravel under each concrete block.
LEVELING METHODS
• If you are building your shed on a concrete foundation see page 8.
CONCRETE
Leveling higher than 16" not recommended.
LEVELING MATERIALS
Gravel
2x4 Treated Lumber
Solid Masonry Blocks in 1", 2", 4" or 8" thickness
Asphalt Shingles
8" Block
4" Block
Gravel
Gravel
Do not exceed 16".
4x4 Runner
Shingle
Shingle
Maximum between leveling
material locations.
48"
12"
2x4 Treated Lumber
2" Block
Level
12"
Use only wood treated for ground contact and fasteners approved for use with treated wood.
Always support frame seams.
Runners are generally 12" (30,5 cm)
from ends of foor frame and under seams.
FLOOR FRAME NOT INCLUDED
OPTIONAL WOOD FRAME FLOOR LEVELING OPTIONS
There are multiple ways to level your foor frame. Our recommended leveling method is shown below.
Leveling materials are not included in this kit.
PREFERRED METHOD - 4 x 4 TREATED RUNNERS (Typical for 8' x 6' Kit)
MATERIAL REQUIRED
4 x 4 x 6' (10,2 x 10,2 x 182,9 cm) Treated Lumber
x2
x16
3" (7,6 cm)
Fasteners for Frame to 4 x 4.
(3" Screws shown as one option.)
Minimum 3" screws / exterior grade.
Measurements to
centers of 4 x 4's.
• 3" Screws angled into 4 x 4.
• (2) screws at each connection to 4 x 4.
12"
(30,5 cm)
12"
(30,5 cm)
