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Revision date: 12.30.16
Baseboard Installation—Optional
BASEBOARD INSTALLATION—OPTIONAL
Gather the parts:
• 2" x 8" treated lumber (supplied by customer).
• 5/16" carriage bolts and nuts
supplied by customer.
Length depends on the thickness of the baseboard.
When properly installed, baseboard runs the length of
the frame at ground level.
The baseboard is supplied by
the customer.
The following procedure describes one
way to install the baseboards. The size and type of the
baseboard may require the use of alternative steps.
On the outside of the frame, attach the first baseboard
to the rafter using two (2) 5/16" carriage bolts and nuts.
Countersink bolt heads if carriage bolts are not used.
Continue adding baseboards to complete the first run.
Splices are made between posts as shown in the drawing
below. Use a short section of baseboard to secure
separate baseboards at a splice. See diagram below.
Repeat steps to install the second run of baseboard on
the remaining side of the frame.
NOTE:
The boards should be at ground level or slightly
into grade to create a good seal between the board and
finished grade. After installing the baseboards, continue
with these instructions.
Inside of
Shelter
Finished Grade
Ground Posts and Baseboard
Baseboard
The above diagrams present examples only. Actual installation
depends on customer-supplied materials and other factors.
Finished
Grade
5/16" Nuts
Splice
5/16" Carriage
Bolts
Outside of
Shelter
Photo shows
the inside view
of a baseboard
splice.
Use a small
piece of wood
to secure a
splice.
Place on the
inside of the
baseboard or
ribbon board.
