SHAPESCAPER® Installation

Installing SHAPESCAPER steel garden edging and metal garden planters requires only basic tools for simple installations:

Essential Safety Equipment:

• Protective gloves and safety glasses - PPE for steel edging installation
  
• Hearing and eye protection, work boots for safe metal garden edging installation

Measuring and Marking Tools:

• Tape measure and marking pen for steel garden edging layout
• String line and/or markup paint for precise corten steel edging alignmentBuilder's level for professional metal garden edging installation

Installation Tools:

• Dead blow hammer or rubber mallet for steel edging positioning
• Impact driver with 5/16 hex head for steel garden edging assembly
• Trench digging equipment, pick and shovel for metal garden edging preparation
• Angle grinder with thin cutting disc suitable for weathering steel edging
• Clamp or "vice-grip" pliers for steel garden edging connections

Finishing Materials:

• Sealing compound such as Crommelin Blackseal Heavy Duty bitumen paint for steel edging protection

No-Tool Installation Options：

• Steel ring planters and steel planter boxes offer convenient installation:
• No tools required for closed metal ring planters
  
• No tools needed for steel triple tier ring planters
  
• Pre-assembled steel hexagonal planters for instant installation

Most steel garden edging installation projects follow these professional steps:

• Step 1: Planning and Measurement
  Measure and mark the area where the steel garden edging will be installed. Use proper planning to balance your metal garden edging design and calculate materials required.
  
• Step 2: Trench Preparation
  Dig a trench along the marked line, deep enough to accommodate the steel edging. Proper preparation ensures long-lasting corten steel edging performance.
  
• Step 3: Steel Edging Placement
  Place the SHAPESCAPER steel garden edging into the trench, ensuring it is level or following the desired gradient for optimal metal garden edging results.
  
• Step 4: Securing the Installation
  Secure the steel edging with stakes and connectors as you work along each run. This ensures stable weathering steel edging installation.
  
• Step 5: Backfilling and Finishing
  Backfill the trench with soil, ensuring the steel garden edging remains upright and secure throughout the metal garden edging installation process.

1. Site Selection and Installation
Steel ring planters install best on level ground for easy alignment. Line up sections so holes match, then insert supplied rivets. Secure top rivet first, ensuring metal ring planters sit flush, then bottom and middle rivets. For steel planter rings on slopes, level the base first and backfill. Apply waterproofing treatment like Crommelin Blackseal to soil-contact surfaces for extended circular steel planters lifespan.

2. Developing Protective Patina
Redcor weathering steel ring planters develop protective rust patina over 2-6 weeks, fully weathering in 6 months to 2 years. During patina formation, corten steel ring planters may have rust runoff - hose clean regularly and avoid porous surfaces. Never use strong acids or salt on weathering steel planters as this damages protective properties.

3. Galvanized Steel Ring Care
Galvabond steel ring planters are maintenance-free but avoid damaging the zinc coating with sharp tools. Garden spray acids can harm the coating - rinse immediately with fresh water. Galvanized steel planters develop a soft grey finish over time, which is normal weathering.

4. Proper Drainage Setup
Ensure steel ring planters have adequate drainage to prevent waterlogging. Add gravel layer at bottom before soil for improved drainage and root aeration in your metal garden planters.

5. Securing Large Diameter Rings
Standard steel planter rings are self-supporting, but large diameter circular steel planters over 2400mm may need stakes for additional support. Use two stakes per 2400mm arc for higher profile steel ring planters.

Follow these guidelines for successful steel ring planter installation and long-lasting metal garden planter performance.Redcor weathering steel ring planters develop protective rust patina over 2-6 weeks, fully weathering in 6 months to 2 years. During patina formation, corten steel ring planters may have rust runoff - hose clean regularly and avoid porous surfaces. Never use strong acids or salt on weathering steel planters as this damages protective properties.

Zero Maintenance Required

SHAPESCAPER steel garden edging and steel ring planters are essentially maintenance-free. Redcor weathering steel edging has protective properties throughout its thickness, not just surface coating.

Self-Healing Properties:

• Scratches and abrasions on corten steel edging reform protective patina automatically
• Weathering steel planters maintain protection even when damaged back to bright metal

Simple Cleaning Tips

Regular Care:

• Occasional water washing for steel garden edging and metal ring planters

Stain Removal:

• Use mild 10% white vinegar solution for weathering steel edging runoff stains
• Clean corten steel ring planters stains promptly for best results
• For sensitive areas, pre-weather steel planter rings off-site before installation

Enjoy decades of reliable performance with minimal care for your SHAPESCAPER steel garden edging and metal garden planters.

1. Site Selection and Installation
Install steel box planters on level ground for easy alignment. Line up sections, match holes, then screw through connecting ribs with supplied hex screws. Secure top screw first ensuring 40mm return face is flush, then bottom and middle screws. For slopes, level base first and backfill. Apply waterproofing treatment to soil-contact surfaces for extended steel planter boxes lifespan.

2. Plant Selection for Steel Planters
Choose plants that complement weathering steel planters modern rusty appearance. Consider plant size and growth habits for your metal garden planters:

Plant Options:

• Succulents and cacti for water-restricted areas
• Topiary or standard roses for formal gardens
• Native plants with varied foliage colors
• Most plants look stunning in corten steel planters earthy tones

3. Developing Protective Patina
Redcor steel box planters develop protective rust patina over 2-6 weeks, fully weathering in 6 months to 2 years. During formation, weathering steel planter boxes may have rust runoff - hose clean regularly and avoid porous surfaces. Never use acids or salt on corten steel planter boxes as this damages protection.

4. Proper Drainage Setup
Ensure steel planter boxes have adequate drainage to prevent waterlogging. Add gravel layer at bottom before soil for improved drainage and root aeration in your metal planter boxes.

Follow these guidelines for successful steel box planter installation and optimal plant growth in your weathering steel planters.

1. Site Selection and Installation
Install steel hexagonal planters on level ground for easy alignment. Line up sections, match holes, then screw through connecting ribs with supplied hex screws. Secure top screw first ensuring 40mm return face is flush, then bottom and middle screws. For slopes, level base first and backfill. Apply waterproofing treatment to soil-contact surfaces for extended hexagonal steel planters lifespan.

2. Plant Selection for Hexagonal Planters
Choose plants that complement weathering steel hexagonal planters modern rusty appearance. Consider plant size and growth habits for your hex steel planters:

Plant Options:

• Succulents and cacti for water-restricted areas
• Topiary or standard roses for formal gardens
• Native plants with varied foliage colors
• Most plants look stunning in corten steel hexagonal planters earthy tones

3. Developing Protective Patina
Redcor hexagonal planters develop protective rust patina over 2-6 weeks, fully weathering in 6 months to 2 years. During formation, weathering steel hexagonal planters may have rust runoff - hose clean regularly and avoid porous surfaces. Never use acids or salt on hexagonal metal planters as this damages protection.

4. Proper Drainage Setup
Ensure steel hexagonal planters have adequate drainage to prevent waterlogging. Add gravel layer at bottom before soil for improved drainage and root aeration in your hex metal planters.

Follow these guidelines for successful hexagonal steel planter installation and optimal plant growth in your steel hex planters.

1. Site Selection and Installation
Steel triple ring planters with 765mm diameter can be placed directly in position - ready for planting. Larger tiered steel planters require level ground installation. Line up sections, match holes, then insert rivets through connector plates. Secure top rivet first, then bottom and middle rivets ensuring flush fit. For slopes, level base first and backfill. Apply waterproofing treatment to soil-contact surfaces for extended triple tier steel planters lifespan.

2. Plant Selection for Tiered Planters
Choose plants that complement weathering steel tiered planters modern rusty appearance. Consider plant size and growth habits for your steel tiered ring planters:

Plant Options:

• Succulents and cacti for water-restricted areas
• Native plants with varied foliage colors
• Dwarf citrus and herbs for practical gardens
• Most plants look stunning in corten steel tiered planters earthy tones

3. Developing Protective Patina
Redcor triple ring planters develop protective rust patina over 2-6 weeks, fully weathering in 6 months to 2 years. During formation, weathering steel triple ring planters may have rust runoff - hose clean regularly and avoid porous surfaces. Never use acids or salt on tiered metal planters as this damages protection.

4. Proper Drainage Setup
Ensure steel triple ring planters have adequate drainage to prevent waterlogging. Add gravel layer at bottom before soil for improved drainage and root aeration in your tiered steel ring planters.

Follow these guidelines for successful triple tier planter installation and optimal plant growth in your steel tiered planters.

Site Preparation
Prepare installation site for 75mm steel garden edging. Establish datum point, measure and mark area. Layout steel edging and stakes to plan joins and cuts. Apply Crommelin Blackseal to below-ground metal garden edging. Check for services and prepare 30mm deep trench.

Cutting and Shaping
Mark cuts and use angle grinder with stainless steel disc for 75mm steel edging. 75mm corten steel edging forms gentle curves to 500mm radius onsite - hand shape using body weight in small increments. For tighter curves, custom order weathering steel edging rolled to 250mm radius.

Hand Shaping Corners
75mm metal garden edging bends easily onsite for 90-degree corners. Mark position 300mm from end, place stake across steel garden edging, secure with feet and bend slightly over 90 degrees using leg muscles. Avoid scoring weathering steel edging - this weakens corners.

Stock Corner Options:

• External corners (SECE7520)
• Internal corners (SECI7520)
  

Installation and Securing
Use 3-4 ribbed stakes (SS230R) per 75mm steel edging length. Fit connectors with hex screws, align steel garden edging holes with stakes using string line. Drive stakes to correct depth with dead blow hammer. Secure metal garden edging to connectors and stakes with supplied screws.

Final Finishing
Backfill and compress around 75mm steel garden edging. Wash corten steel edging face with mild detergent to encourage even patina development. Weathering steel edging develops patina in 2 weeks, fully weathers in 6 months to 2 years. Never use acids or salt on 75mm weathering steel edging.

Follow this guide for professional 75mm steel garden edging installation with lasting metal garden edging performance.

• Site Preparation
  Prepare installation site for 100mm steel garden edging. Establish datum point, measure and mark area. Layout steel edging and stakes to plan joins and cuts. Apply Crommelin Blackseal to below-ground metal garden edging. Check for services and prepare minimum 30mm deep trench.
  
• Cutting and Shaping
  Mark cuts and use angle grinder with stainless steel disc for 100mm steel edging. 100mm corten steel edging forms gentle curves to 500mm radius onsite - hand shape using body weight in small increments. For tighter curves, custom order weathering steel edging rolled to 250mm radius.
  
• Hand Shaping Corners
  100mm metal garden edging bends easily onsite for 90-degree corners. Mark position 300mm from end, place stake across steel garden edging, secure with feet and bend slightly over 90 degrees using leg muscles. Avoid scoring weathering steel edging - this weakens corners.
  
  Stock Corner Options:

1. External corners (SECE10020)
2. Internal corners (SECI10020)

• Installation and Securing
  Use 3-4 ribbed stakes (SS300R) per 100mm steel edging length. Fit connectors with hex screws, align steel garden edging holes with stakes using string line. Drive stakes to correct depth with dead blow hammer. Secure metal garden edging to connectors and stakes with supplied screws.
  
• Final Finishing
  Backfill and compress around 100mm steel garden edging. Accelerate patina with mild detergent wash and 10% white vinegar solution on corten steel edging face. Weathering steel edging develops patina in 2 weeks, fully weathers in 6 months to 2 years. Never use stronger acids or salt on 100mm weathering steel edging.

Follow this guide for professional 100mm steel garden edging installation with lasting metal garden edging performance.

• Site Preparation
  Prepare installation site for 150mm steel garden edging. Establish datum point, measure and mark area. Layout steel edging and stakes to plan joins and cuts. Apply Crommelin Blackseal to below-ground metal garden edging. Check for services and prepare minimum 40mm deep trench.
  
• Cutting and Shaping
  Mark cuts and use angle grinder with stainless steel disc for 150mm steel edging. 150mm corten steel edging forms gentle curves to 500mm radius onsite - hand shape using body weight in small increments. For tighter curves, custom order weathering steel edging rolled to 250mm radius.
  
• Hand Shaping Corners
  150mm metal garden edging bends easily onsite for 90-degree corners. Mark position 300mm from end, place stake across steel garden edging, secure with feet and bend slightly over 90 degrees using leg muscles. Avoid scoring weathering steel edging - this weakens corners.z

Stock Corner Options:

1. External corners (SECE150G20)
2. Internal corners (SECI150G20)

• Installation and Securing
  Use 3-4 ribbed stakes (SS400R) per 150mm steel edging length. Fit connectors with hex screws, align steel garden edging holes with stakes using string line. Drive stakes to correct depth with dead blow hammer. Secure metal garden edging to connectors and stakes with supplied screws.
  
• Final Finishing
  Backfill and compress around 150mm steel garden edging. Wash down corten steel edging face with water to clean and encourage even patina development. Weathering steel edging develops protective patina naturally over time.

Follow this guide for professional 150mm steel garden edging installation with lasting metal garden edging performance.

• Site Preparation
  Prepare installation site for 185mm steel garden edging. Establish datum point, measure and mark area. Layout steel edging and stakes to plan joins and cuts. Apply Crommelin Blackseal to below-ground metal garden edging. Check for services and prepare minimum 50mm deep trench.
  
• Cutting and Shaping
  Mark cuts and use angle grinder with stainless steel disc for 185mm steel edging. 185mm corten steel edging forms gentle curves to 500mm radius onsite - hand shape using body weight in small increments. For tighter curves, custom order weathering steel edging rolled to 250mm radius.
  
• Hand Shaping Corners
  185mm metal garden edging bends easily onsite for 90-degree corners. Mark position 300mm from end, place stake across steel garden edging, secure with feet and bend slightly over 90 degrees using leg muscles. Avoid scoring weathering steel edging - this weakens corners.

Stock Corner Options:

1. External corners (SECE18520)
2. Internal corners (SECI18520)
   

• Installation and Securing
  Use 3-4 ribbed stakes (SS400R) per 185mm steel edging length. Fit connectors with hex screws, align steel garden edging holes with stakes using string line. Drive stakes to correct depth with dead blow hammer. Secure metal garden edging to connectors and stakes with supplied screws.
  
• Final Finishing
  Backfill and compress around 185mm steel garden edging. Accelerate patina with mild detergent wash and 10% white vinegar solution on corten steel edging face. Weathering steel edging develops patina in 2 weeks, fully weathers in 6 months to 2 years. Never use stronger acids or salt on 185mm weathering steel edging.

Follow this guide for professional 185mm steel garden edging installation with lasting metal garden edging performance.

• Site Preparation
  Prepare installation site for 230mm steel garden edging. Establish datum point, measure and mark area. Layout steel edging and stakes to plan joins and cuts. Apply Crommelin Blackseal to below-ground metal garden edging. Check for services and prepare minimum 70mm deep trench. Auger 150mm diameter holes to 270mm depth for stakes.
  
• Cutting and Shaping
  Mark cuts and use angle grinder with stainless steel disc for 230mm steel edging. 230mm corten steel edging forms gentle curves to 700mm radius onsite. For tighter curves, custom order weathering steel edging rolled to 250mm radius.

Stock Corner Options:

1. External corners (SECE23020)
2. Internal corners (SECI23020)
   

• Installation Methods
  Method 1: Using Stake Driving Tool
  Use 3-4 angled stakes (SS450R) per 230mm steel edging length. Fit connectors with hex screws below ground and rivets above. Use SHAPESCAPER stake driving tool to position stakes correctly. Secure metal garden edging to stakes with supplied screws and rivets.
  Method 2: Pre-Augured Holes (Hard/Rocky Soil)
  Pre-attach stakes to 230mm steel garden edging with hex screws and rivets. Lower completed sections into prepared holes. Use string line and level to check steel garden edging alignment. Fill stake holes with concrete and let set.
  
• Final Finishing
  Backfill and compress around 230mm steel garden edging. Accelerate patina with mild detergent wash and 10% white vinegar solution on corten steel edging face. Weathering steel edging develops patina in 2 weeks, fully weathers in 6 months to 2 years. Never use stronger acids or salt on 230mm weathering steel edging.

Follow this guide for professional 230mm steel garden edging installation with lasting metal garden edging performance.

• Site Preparation
  Prepare installation site for 290mm steel garden edging. Establish datum point, measure and mark area. Layout steel edging and stakes to plan joins and cuts. Apply Crommelin Blackseal to below-ground metal garden edging, especially for higher profiles exposed to groundwater. Check for services and prepare minimum 80mm deep trench. Auger 150mm diameter holes to 340mm depth for stakes.
  
• Cutting and Shaping
  Mark cuts and use angle grinder with stainless steel disc for 290mm steel edging. 290mm corten steel edging forms gentle curves to 800mm radius onsite. For tighter curves, custom order weathering steel edging rolled to 250mm radius.

Stock Corner Options:

1. External corners (SECE29020)
2. Internal corners (SECI29020)
   

• Installation Methods
  Method 1: Using Stake Driving Tool
  Use 3-4 angled stakes (SS580R) per 290mm steel edging length (4 stakes recommended for steps). Fit connectors with hex screws below ground and rivets above. Use SHAPESCAPER stake driving tool to position stakes correctly. Secure metal garden edging to stakes with supplied screws and rivets.
  Method 2: Pre-Augured Holes (Hard/Rocky Soil)
  Pre-attach stakes to 290mm steel garden edging with hex screws and rivets. Lower completed sections into prepared holes. Use string line and level to check steel garden edging alignment. Fill stake holes with concrete over gravel drainage layer and let set.
  
• Final Finishing
  Backfill and compress around 290mm steel garden edging. Accelerate patina with mild detergent wash and 10% white vinegar solution on corten steel edging face. Weathering steel edging develops patina in 2 weeks, fully weathers in 6 months to 2 years. Never use stronger acids or salt on 290mm weathering steel edging.

Follow this guide for professional 290mm steel garden edging installation with lasting metal garden edging performance.

• Site Preparation
  Prepare installation site for 390mm steel garden edging. Establish datum point, measure and mark area. Layout steel edging and stakes to plan joins and cuts. Apply Crommelin Blackseal to below-ground metal garden edging, especially for higher profiles exposed to groundwater. Check for services and prepare minimum 100mm deep trench. Auger 150mm diameter holes to 440mm depth for stakes.
  
• Cutting and Shaping
  Mark cuts and use angle grinder with stainless steel disc for 390mm steel edging. 390mm corten steel edging forms gentle curves to 1000mm radius onsite. For tighter curves, custom order weathering steel edging rolled to 250mm radius.
  

Stock Corner Options:

1. External corners (SECE39020)
2. Internal corners (SECI39020)
   

• Installation and Securing
  Use 3-4 angled stakes (SS780R) per 390mm steel edging length. Pre-attach stakes to metal garden edging with hex screws below ground and rivets above. Fit connectors similarly with hex screws and rivets. Lower completed sections into prepared holes using string line and level to check steel garden edging alignment. Use timber bracing for temporary support. Fill stake holes with concrete over gravel drainage layer and let set.
  
• Final Finishing
  Install suitable drainage (agg pipe with geotextile sock) behind 390mm steel garden edging. Backfill and compress around edging. Accelerate patina with mild detergent wash and 10% white vinegar solution on corten steel edging face. Weathering steel edging develops patina in 2 weeks, fully weathers in 6 months to 2 years. Never use stronger acids or salt on 390mm weathering steel edging.

Follow this guide for professional 390mm steel garden edging installation with proper drainage and lasting metal garden edging performance.

• Site Preparation
  Prepare installation site for 590mm steel garden edging. Establish datum point, measure and mark area. Layout steel edging and stakes to plan joins and cuts. Apply Crommelin Blackseal to below-ground metal garden edging, especially for higher profiles exposed to groundwater. Check for services and prepare minimum 150mm deep trench. Auger 150mm diameter holes to 750mm depth for stakes.
  
• Cutting and Shaping
  Mark cuts and use angle grinder with stainless steel disc for 590mm steel edging. 590mm corten steel edging forms gentle curves to 1000mm radius onsite. For tighter curves, custom order weathering steel edging rolled to 250mm radius.
  

Stock Corner Options:

1. External corners (SECE59020)
2. Internal corners (SECI59020)
   

• Installation and Securing
  Use 3-4 angled stakes (SS1180R) per 590mm steel edging length. Pre-attach stakes to metal garden edging with hex screws below ground and rivets above. Fit connectors similarly with hex screws and rivets. Lower completed sections into prepared holes using string line and level to check steel garden edging alignment. Use timber bracing for temporary support. Fill stake holes with concrete over gravel drainage layer and let set.
  
• Final Finishing
  Install suitable drainage (agg pipe with geotextile sock) behind 590mm steel garden edging. Backfill and compress around edging. Accelerate patina with mild detergent wash and 10% white vinegar solution on corten steel edging face. Weathering steel edging develops patina in 2 weeks, fully weathers in 6 months to 2 years. Never use stronger acids or salt on 590mm weathering steel edging.

Follow this guide for professional 590mm steel garden edging installation with proper drainage and lasting metal garden edging performance.

Essentially Maintenance-Free
SHAPESCAPER Galvabond steel garden edging and galvanized steel planters are essentially maintenance-free. Galvabond metal garden edging features a protective zinc coating that provides long-lasting corrosion resistance.

Important Note:

• Galvanized steel edging has a protective coated surface
• Abrasions may affect the protective layer on Galvabond steel edging
• Rust spots may develop on damaged galvanized steel garden edging unless treated

Simple Cleaning Tips
Regular Care:

• Occasional water washing for Galvabond steel garden edging
• Gentle cleaning maintains galvanized steel edging appearance
• Avoid harsh chemicals that may damage galvanized steel planters coating

Enjoy decades of reliable, low-maintenance performance with SHAPESCAPER Galvabond steel garden edging and galvanized metal garden edging systems.

• Site Preparation
  Prepare installation site for 75mm Galvabond steel garden edging. Establish datum point, measure and mark area. Layout galvanized steel edging and stakes to plan joins and cuts. Apply sealing compound to below-ground 75mm galvanized steel garden edging. Check for services and prepare 30mm deep trench.
  
• Cutting and Shaping
  Mark cuts and use angle grinder with stainless steel disc for 75mm Galvabond steel edging. 75mm galvanized steel edging forms gentle curves to 500mm radius onsite - hand shape using body weight in small increments. Work gradually to avoid damaging Galvabond metal garden edging protective coating.
  
• Hand Shaping Corners
  75mm galvanized steel garden edging bends easily onsite for 90-degree corners. Mark position 300mm from end, place stake across Galvabond steel edging, secure with feet and bend slightly over 90 degrees using leg muscles. Avoid scoring galvanized steel edging - this weakens corners and damages coating.
  

Stock Corner Options:

1. External corners (SECE75G20)
2. Internal corners (SECI75G20)
   

• Installation and Securing
  Use 3-4 ribbed stakes (SS230G) per 75mm Galvabond steel edging length. Fit connectors with hex screws, align galvanized steel garden edging holes with stakes using string line. Drive stakes to correct depth with dead blow hammer. Secure 75mm galvanized steel edging to connectors and stakes with supplied screws.
  
• Final Finishing
  Backfill and compress around 75mm Galvabond steel garden edging. Wash galvanized steel edging face with water to clean and maintain protective coating appearance.

Follow this guide for professional 75mm Galvabond steel garden edging installation with lasting galvanized metal garden edging performance.

• Site Preparation
  Prepare installation site for 100mm Galvabond steel garden edging. Establish datum point, measure and mark area. Layout galvanized steel edging and stakes to plan joins and cuts. Apply sealing compound to below-ground 100mm galvanized steel garden edging. Check for services and prepare 30mm deep trench.
  
• Cutting and Shaping
  Mark cuts and use angle grinder with stainless steel disc for 100mm Galvabond steel edging. 100mm galvanized steel edging forms gentle curves to 500mm radius onsite - hand shape using body weight in small increments. For tighter curves, custom order Galvabond metal garden edging rolled to 250mm radius.
  
• Hand Shaping Corners
  100mm galvanized steel garden edging bends easily onsite for 90-degree corners. Mark position 300mm from end, place stake across Galvabond steel edging, secure with feet and bend slightly over 90 degrees using leg muscles. Avoid scoring galvanized steel edging - this weakens corners and damages coating.

Stock Corner Options:

1. External corners (SECE10020)
2. Internal corners (SECI10020)
   

• Installation and Securing
  Use 3-4 ribbed stakes (SS300G) per 100mm Galvabond steel edging length. Fit connectors with hex screws, align galvanized steel garden edging holes with stakes using string line. Drive stakes to correct depth with dead blow hammer. Secure 100mm galvanized steel edging to connectors and stakes with supplied screws.
  
• Final Finishing
  Backfill and compress around 100mm Galvabond steel garden edging. Wash galvanized steel edging face with water to clean and maintain protective coating appearance.

Follow this guide for professional 100mm Galvabond steel garden edging installation with lasting galvanized metal garden edging performance.

• Site Preparation
  Prepare installation site for 150mm Galvabond steel garden edging. Establish datum point, measure and mark area. Layout galvanized steel edging and stakes to plan joins and cuts. Apply sealing compound to below-ground 150mm galvanized steel garden edging. Check for services and prepare 40mm deep trench.
  
• Cutting and Shaping
  Mark cuts and use angle grinder with stainless steel disc for 150mm Galvabond steel edging. 150mm galvanized steel edging forms gentle curves to 500mm radius onsite - hand shape using body weight in small increments. For tighter curves, custom order Galvabond metal garden edging rolled to 250mm radius.
  
• Hand Shaping Corners
  150mm galvanized steel garden edging bends easily onsite for 90-degree corners. Mark position 300mm from end, place stake across Galvabond steel edging, secure with feet and bend slightly over 90 degrees using leg muscles. Avoid scoring galvanized steel edging - this weakens corners and damages coating.

Stock Corner Options:

1. External corners (SECE150G20)
2. Internal corners (SECI150G20)
   

• Installation and Securing
  Use 3-4 ribbed stakes (SS400G) per 150mm Galvabond steel edging length. Fit connectors with hex screws, align galvanized steel garden edging holes with stakes using string line. Drive stakes to correct depth with dead blow hammer. Secure 150mm galvanized steel edging to connectors and stakes with supplied screws.
  
• Final Finishing
  Backfill and compress around 150mm Galvabond steel garden edging. Wash galvanized steel edging face with water to clean and maintain protective coating appearance.

Follow this guide for professional 150mm Galvabond steel garden edging installation with lasting galvanized metal garden edging performance.

• Site Preparation
  Prepare installation site for 185mm Galvabond steel garden edging. Establish datum point, measure and mark area. Layout galvanized steel edging and stakes to plan joins and cuts. Apply sealing compound to below-ground 185mm galvanized steel garden edging. Check for services and prepare 50mm deep trench.
  
• Cutting and Shaping
  Mark cuts and use angle grinder with stainless steel disc for 185mm Galvabond steel edging. 185mm galvanized steel edging forms gentle curves to 500mm radius onsite - hand shape using body weight in small increments. For tighter curves, custom order Galvabond metal garden edging rolled to 250mm radius.
  
• Hand Shaping Corners
  185mm galvanized steel garden edging bends easily onsite for 90-degree corners. Mark position 300mm from end, place stake across Galvabond steel edging, secure with feet and bend slightly over 90 degrees using leg muscles. Avoid scoring galvanized steel edging - this weakens corners and damages coating.

Stock Corner Options:

1. External corners (SECE185G20)
2. Internal corners (SECI185G20)
   

• Installation and Securing
  Use 3-4 ribbed stakes (SS400G) per 185mm Galvabond steel edging length. Fit connectors with hex screws, align galvanized steel garden edging holes with stakes using string line. Drive stakes to correct depth with dead blow hammer. Secure 185mm galvanized steel edging to connectors and stakes with supplied screws.
  
• Final Finishing
  Backfill and compress around 185mm Galvabond steel garden edging. Wash galvanized steel edging face with water to clean and maintain protective coating appearance.

Follow this guide for professional 185mm Galvabond steel garden edging installation with lasting galvanized metal garden edging performance.

• Site Preparation
  Prepare installation site for 230mm Galvabond steel garden edging. Establish datum point, measure and mark area. Layout galvanized steel edging and stakes to plan joins and cuts. Apply sealing compound to below-ground 230mm galvanized steel garden edging. Check for services and prepare 70mm deep trench. Auger 150mm diameter holes to 270mm depth for stakes.
  
• Cutting and Shaping
  Mark cuts and use angle grinder with stainless steel disc for 230mm Galvabond steel edging. 230mm galvanized steel edging forms gentle curves to 700mm radius onsite. For tighter curves, custom order Galvabond metal garden edging rolled to 250mm radius.

Stock Corner Options:

1. External corners (SECE230G20)
2. Internal corners (SECI230G20)
   

• Installation Methods
  Method 1: Using Stake Driving Tool
  Use 3-4 angled stakes (SS450G) per 230mm Galvabond steel edging length. Fit connectors with hex screws below ground and rivets above (rivets optional). Use SHAPESCAPER stake driving tool to position stakes correctly. Secure galvanized steel garden edging to stakes with supplied screws and rivets.
  
  Method 2: Pre-Augured Holes (Hard/Rocky Soil)
  Pre-attach stakes to 230mm galvanized steel edging with hex screws and rivets. Lower completed sections into prepared holes. Use string line and level to check Galvabond steel edging alignment. Fill stake holes with concrete and let set.
  
• Final Finishing
  Backfill and compress around 230mm Galvabond steel garden edging. Wash galvanized steel edging face with water to clean and maintain protective coating appearance.

Follow this guide for professional 230mm Galvabond steel garden edging installation with lasting galvanized metal garden edging performance.

• Site Preparation
  Prepare installation site for 290mm Galvabond steel garden edging. Establish datum point, measure and mark area. Layout galvanized steel edging and stakes to plan joins and cuts. Apply sealing compound to below-ground 290mm galvanized steel garden edging, especially for higher profiles exposed to groundwater. Check for services and prepare 80mm deep trench. Auger 150mm diameter holes to 340mm depth for stakes.
  
• Cutting and Shaping
  Mark cuts and use angle grinder with stainless steel disc for 290mm Galvabond steel edging. 290mm galvanized steel edging forms gentle curves to 800mm radius onsite. For tighter curves, custom order Galvabond metal garden edging rolled to 250mm radius.

Stock Corner Options:

1. External corners (SECE29020)
2. Internal corners (SECI29020)
   

• Installation Methods
  Method 1: Using Stake Driving Tool
  Use 3-4 angled stakes (SS580G) per 290mm Galvabond steel edging length (4 stakes recommended for steps). Fit connectors with hex screws below ground and rivets above. Use SHAPESCAPER stake driving tool to position stakes correctly. Secure galvanized steel garden edging to stakes with supplied screws and rivets.
  Method 2: Pre-Augured Holes (Hard/Rocky Soil)
  Pre-attach stakes to 290mm galvanized steel edging with hex screws and rivets. Lower completed sections into prepared holes. Use string line and level to check Galvabond steel edging alignment. Fill stake holes with concrete over gravel drainage layer and let set.
  
• Final Finishing
  Backfill and compress around 290mm Galvabond steel garden edging. Wash galvanized steel edging face with water to clean and maintain protective coating appearance.

Follow this guide for professional 290mm Galvabond steel garden edging installation with lasting galvanized metal garden edging performance.

• Site Preparation
  Prepare installation site for 390mm Galvabond steel garden edging. Establish datum point, measure and mark area. Layout galvanized steel edging and stakes to plan joins and cuts. Apply sealing compound to below-ground 390mm galvanized steel garden edging, especially for higher profiles exposed to groundwater. Check for services and prepare 100mm deep trench. Auger 150mm diameter holes to 440mm depth for stakes.
  
• Cutting and Shaping
  Mark cuts and use angle grinder with stainless steel disc for 390mm Galvabond steel edging. 390mm galvanized steel edging forms gentle curves to 1000mm radius onsite. For tighter curves, custom order Galvabond metal garden edging rolled to 250mm radius.

Stock Corner Options:

1. External corners (SECE390G20)
2. Internal corners (SECI390G20)
   

• Installation and Securing
  Use 3-4 angled stakes (SS780G) per 390mm Galvabond steel edging length. Pre-attach stakes to galvanized steel garden edging with hex screws below ground and rivets above. Fit connectors similarly with hex screws and rivets. Lower completed sections into prepared holes using string line and level to check Galvabond steel edging alignment. Use timber bracing for temporary support. Fill stake holes with concrete over gravel drainage layer and let set.
  
• Final Finishing
  Install suitable drainage (agg pipe with geotextile sock) behind 390mm Galvabond steel garden edging. Backfill and compress around edging. Wash galvanized steel edging face with water to clean and maintain protective coating appearance.

Follow this guide for professional 390mm Galvabond steel garden edging installation with proper drainage and lasting galvanized metal garden edging performance.

• Site Preparation
  Prepare installation site for 590mm Galvabond steel garden edging. Establish datum point, measure and mark area. Layout galvanized steel edging and stakes to plan joins and cuts. Apply sealing compound to below-ground 590mm galvanized steel garden edging, especially for higher profiles exposed to groundwater. Check for services and prepare 150mm deep trench. Auger 150mm diameter holes to 750mm depth for stakes.
  
• Cutting and Shaping
  Mark cuts and use angle grinder with stainless steel disc for 590mm Galvabond steel edging. 590mm galvanized steel edging forms gentle curves to 1000mm radius onsite. For tighter curves, custom order Galvabond metal garden edging rolled to 250mm radius.

Stock Corner Options:

1. External corners (SECE590G20)
2. Internal corners (SECI590G20)
   

• Installation and Securing
  Use 3-4 angled stakes (SS1180G) per 590mm Galvabond steel edging length. Pre-attach stakes to galvanized steel garden edging with hex screws below ground and rivets above. Fit connectors similarly with hex screws and rivets. Lower completed sections into prepared holes using string line and level to check Galvabond steel edging alignment. Use timber bracing for temporary support. Fill stake holes with concrete over gravel drainage layer and let set.
  
• Final Finishing
  Install suitable drainage (agg pipe with geotextile sock) behind 590mm Galvabond steel garden edging. Backfill and compress around edging. Wash galvanized steel edging face with water to clean and maintain protective coating appearance.

Follow this guide for professional 590mm Galvabond steel garden edging installation with proper drainage and lasting galvanized metal garden edging performance.