FAQ

Steel is more for commercial applications. It is very heavy, will rust and has a sharp edge. The aluminum products are for residential and commercial applications. It is light, flexible, durable, has a rounded top, will not corrode and is designed for professional or do-it-yourselfers.

Although there aren't any distributors in your area we can ship to your door free most boxes of aluminum edging (16’ is usually commercial address only), as well as lighting and paver restraints.

No. the aluminum edging is not sharp. In fact, it has a rounded top so people can actually step on it without a sharp edge. No need to worry about kids.

The aluminum edging will not rust or corrode.

The color of your edging will not fade overtime.

Yes. The aluminum edging is painted with a durable paint that will last for years and is manufactured and tested to withstand weedwacking.

Black, brown, bronze and green. Mill is aluminum edging not painted.

We recommend the 3/16 edging as you can drive over the top without damage.

1/8" is recommended for residential gardens, walking paths, tree rings.
The 3/16" is recommended for high traffic areas such as driveways, restaurants, etc.

Bronze paint, green paint, brown paint, black paint, black anodized (electrostatically treated), or mill (natural silver finish)

This is an additional manufacturing process where the black color is "etched" into the aluminum, providing extreme durability and longevity. This is our premium product.

Cut from the bottom up with a hack saw so you don't scratch the top should you slip. A skill saw with a blade for metal cutting works well too.

The standard stake is 12" in length and is made from reinforced aluminum. We also offer 18" stakes at an added price. The Yard Edge and EZ Edging uses 12” steel spikes.

Yes stakes are included with all edging boxes.

The stakes slide through stake pockets punched out in the side of the edging. They slide through the stake pockets and then are hammered into the ground.

End Stake adapters are only included with the PRO Series aluminum edging. There are 2 in an 80’ box and 4 in a 120’ box. There are also 4 in the 16’ length boxes.

Wherever you begin or terminate, you slide one of the four included end stake adapters on to the edging piece and a stake slides through the end stake adapter. The stake is then hammered into the ground securing the beginning or end of the edging run.

Yes. This is a special order and there are extra charges for broken packs and custom shipping if an extra partial box needs to be added. Call for quote.

Installation can be located at the “Installation” page found on the main toolbar at YardProduct.com

Yes, the edging is sturdy but flexible. It will bend to allow for nice curves or paths or outlining a garden but is sturdy and will hold its shape for years.

Many contractors use a 4 X 4 piece of wood and bend the aluminum around the wood to hold the 90 degree angle then back fill the trench with dirt to secure.

PRO Edging: Wherever you begin or terminate, you slide one of the four included end stake adapters on to the edging piece and a stake slides through the end stake adapter. The stake is then hammered into the ground securing the beginning or end of the edging run.

All other edgings: The edging will be maintained by the earth of landscaping material backfilled around the edging as well as secured with the stakes.

Approximately 3 days for FedEx shipments (8' boxes) and 3-5 days for LTL shipments (16' boxes)

Yes. You will receive the tracking information the following day through email.

We try to carry a full stock of inventory. We strive to get your edging order shipped as soon as possible. Our goal is to ship same day if ordered in the morning but is dependant on volume and time of year. We cannot guarantee a ship time but strive to ship quickly from time of order.

Our aluminum edging boxes ship free. Accessories by themselves can have a shipping charge added.

You will receive a confirmation email at time of shipment. Depending on the carrier, most carriers have a website where you can track the shipment. Our most common provider is Fedex.com.

Yes we offer free shipping in the continental U.S. on aluminum edging boxes. Other products could incur an incremental shipping charge.