Specifications

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CS Manufacturing Inc.
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Vernon, BC Canada
V1T 6N2 Canada
What should I do before my Garden Shed or Gazebo arrives?
Before you receive your garden shed, clear the construction area. Remove all debris; roots, grass, rocks, etc.
Make sure the ground slopes away from the site at least 10 feet in all directions. If necessary, build up the soil
in the center of the site and slope away for the high point to provide drainage. Fill in any low spots within the
perimeter of the site. A slope of 1/8 inch per foot is enough to prevent water accumulation.
We recommend excavating the site 4 inches deep and laying gravel or crushed rock where drainage may be a concern.
What type of foundation should I use?
Patio Stone Foundation: If the ground is stable and has sufficient drainage, you can set patio stones directly on
firm compacted soil. If not, lay on gravel or crushed rock.
Starting with one floor section, position stones around its perimeter and specific joists. (For details, see specific
instruction manual) Use a 2x4 straight piece of lumber on edge and a carpenter's level to position correctly. Add or
remove soil/sand under each stone until level. Complete remaining floor sections in the same manner. When all floor
panels are level with each other, flip over, screw together and place back on level foundation.
4x4 Pressure Treated Beam Foundation: You can build directly on pressure-treated beams or railroad ties laid
on a properly prepared construction site. Run beams perpendicular to floor joists. Use a 2x4 straight piece of lumber on
edge and a carpenter's level to position correctly. To prevent the beams from shifting, secure them with Þ inch rebar
inserted through holes drilled in the beams and driven 3 to 4 feet into the ground. Leave each side or end of the
foundation open to promote drainage and air circulation beneath the floor.
Concrete - Slab Foundation: Typically a slab 3-4 inches thick laid over a sub base of 4 inches of gravel or crushed rock is
sufficient but may vary depending on your geographic location. Using either mix your own concrete of having it
delivered by truck, ready to pour, depends on how much time and effort you have to dedicate to the project. A slab for
our 8x10 foot Rancher or a 10 foot gazebo both to a depth of 4 inches will require approximately 1 cubic yard of
premixed concrete.
For more detailed information on how to pour your concrete-slab foundation or any other questions regarding
Specifications, foundations and permits, please visit our website at www.cedarshed.com or call our
Customer Support Line at
1-800-830-8033 to speak with a Cedarshed Product Representative.
Please note that certain counties and municipalities require building permits prior to installation.
Cedarshed recommends to all consumers that they check with their local county/municipality for these specifics
since this is your sole responsibility.