How easy is it to connect pieces? Considering using the 12 ft kits instead because they are smaller pieces and come with more spikes. Doing 100+ feet.
1830092
There are overlapping tabs all along the edging. When overlapping, you just insert the spike into two overlapping tabs. I have made it smaller (cutting off) the edging and I have used multiple pieces to a larger project. Very simple to install. Note: if you have uneven ground (like over roots) put spikes in closer to help the edging flex over the hills and ridges. I use newspaper under my mulch. Both landscape plastic (meshy) and newspaper worked well tucked under the edges of the edging and then held down with the spikes and mulch.
1830093
I agree with the answer from Sandy. The longer the kit, the easier to install. No way I would buy the extra spikes available from the manufacturer. Too expensive. 6" carriage bolts work fine -- at least in our sandy soil. More than likely the shiny metal of the bolt will be covered with mulch, stones, or dirt, or can be easily painted if they're too obvious. The material is easy to cut as needed and the connectors work great unless it happens to be needed right on the curve. In that case, we re-thought the design to avoid this situation.
1830094
My kit came with one or two connectors...can't remember, but they are easy to use. Doesn't matter which length of kit you buy, plan on buying more spikes. I used one spike in almost every available tab, since I wanted smooth rounded curves and non-wavy straight runs. I spent way more on the spikes than I did on the edging itself. It's obvious the manufacturer intended it that way. That's OK, since my job turned out nice.
1830095
My longer kit came with a connector overlaping piece, easy to use. Unless you have lots of corners and curves, I think you might find the longer kits easier to install. You can purchase extra spikes or use other comercial spikes just as easily, without the need to make so many overlap connections.
1830096
It comes with connecting pieces that are easy to use. These were by far the easiest edging pieces to install. They bend well & are also easy to straighten. I had to return other types because I couldn't get them to uncoil out of the box without kinking them. The longer rolls will work great for 100ft & you can buy more spikes if needed. I used a 40ft & 20ft section & didn't need to buy extra spikes even with the cutting I did
1830097
this edging was very easy to sue, the connections were simple. it only requires that you set it out in the sub for more flexibility. i also purchased extra spike just to keep placement straight.
1830098
The connections worked well but I used larger kits on 70' down slopping oval . I bought 4 packs 8" spikes and 1 pack 25- 6" spikes extra. I read and feel you need more spikes than is in a kit. your using more spikes on the connections. I'm happy with product and spikes.
619890
I used one spike per 10-inch pot, but the water lilies didn't bloom as well as they have other years. So I'd use two or three per pot. I wish the directions were clearer. Also, they did not say to remove the tight plastic wrap on each spike, but it seems like it should come off so I removed it (wasn't easy).
1569832
pretty easy, two person preferable, but one can do it as well. Make sure you have a drill though, that's the only extra thing you might need if pre-drilled holes are too small as in my case
2099156
Yes, it is easy to assemble, but it takes 2 people to do it. I put the spikes on the base and pushed them into the ground easily. It is a very nice unit, and I am glad I bought it.
774331
I should think so... the net supports don't have spikes or anything, they're just a telescopic cylinder with a blunt end but it's the tie down ropes that keep it upright anyways... the spikes they provide with it are about 10 inches long so if you have deep sand to anchor into you may want something even longer to drive into the ground. also the boundary rope doesn't come with very many pins to hold it down so I would advise going to a camping supply store and buying some extra tent spikes to keep the rope line more secure to the perimeter of the court.
1289893
its really not that hard at all. I did most of it myself. I asked for a little help from kids to help put legs on once top was built but if I had to do it myself I definitely could have. took about 30 min total since first time I was putting together and to put up the netting. it uses shower rings to slide open and closed. there are like 50 of them on the 13'x13' lol.
2278779
well it is pretty straight forward however you need enough small and big pieces to be able to interconnect them.. I had to buy 3 starter sets before I could get a larger track setup for my 2 yr old....
1977765
You need to bend the poles. It is easiest if you have two people doing one at a time.
53645
I would break off a small piece and not use the whole spike. It would be to strong. It would either kill them or they would grow 10' over night.
1843214
My husband placed the three "poles" 13 feet apart (we used two aspen trunks and our fence) and the sides of the said are a little bit smaller than that. Hope this helps.
1427147
I worked with 24' total without any problems. My gut feeling is that you could add two more sections without a problem. The rods are stout but flexible.
334437
Amazon asked me to answer this so I will give it a try. If you are talking about buying just pieces to add to this I am not sure if that is possible. However this item is designed in a way that if you bought 2 they would be able to connect together. I hope that helps.
1032123
You need however much line for your distance between poles times 5. I have mine at least 30 or maybe 40 feet apart. I use 1"x2"x 8 ft pieces of lumber with notches cut in the end for line props and I used coated wire for the line. I have to snug up the lines periodically as well. I only put my line out when I use it. We installed a sleeve in cement and we just put it out when we need it and we cap the sleeves when not in use. Works great for us, and the heavy duty nature of these poles have been fabulous.
1724829
As one big solid string of lights, they recommend NOT attaching more than 25 feet of lights together. That would be roughly 1.5 strands. Each strand is 16.4 feet long. For your purposes, a 100 foot string of lights, you should be using 4 plugs at least (one for each 25 feet of lights...this method requires you cut and solder wires), or the 'easy' method: 1 plug for each strand. I know that each 16.4 ft strand of lights is 2A. On the small power box, you'll see that it's rated for 6A which theoretically can handle 3 strands in tandem...I started a fire.
1222323
I'm able to connect poles together. I also bought an extension hose and connected it up to extend my reach. Enjoy.
693670
I used plastic zip ties. You can thread the ties through the webbing and around the base structure. It cost me $3 to connect 5 separate pieces and I just cut them apart to store them in the winter.
1650189
Set up is extremely easy as you manually screw the pegs in the holes. I added glue to the holes knowing I wouldn't need to disassemble it and for added strength. The rules of the "game" are not included and there are probably many variations on line.