Heartland VALUE Series Assembly Manual page 9

There are multiple ways to level your floor frame. Our recommended leveling method is shown below.
4x4 Runners
(not included).
MATERIAL REQUIRED
x2
4" x 4" x 10' (10,2 x 10,2 x 304,8 cm) Treated Lumber
Fasteners for Frame to 4"x 4".
(3" Screws shown as one option.) Minimum (24) 3" screws / exterior grade.
Use only wood treated for ground contact and fasteners approved for use with treated wood.
Always support frame seams.
Gravel
LEVELING METHODS
• Level under 4x4 runners only.
• Locate leveling material 12" from ends of runners and no more than 48" apart.
• Asphalt shingles should be used between 4x4 runners and blocks or treated lumber. Never use
shingles in direct contact with ground.
• For best results and aiding in water drainage use gravel under each concrete block.
LEVELING MATERIALS
Gravel
Solid Masonry Blocks in 1", 2", 4" or 8" thickness
2x4 Treated Lumber
Asphalt Shingles
Leveling higher than 16" not recommended.
CONCRETE
If you are building your shed on a concrete foundation see the following page.
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FLOOR LEVELING OPTIONS
Leveling materials are not included in this kit.
PREFERRED METHOD - 4x4 TREATED RUNNERS
96"
(243,8 cm)
Maximum between leveling
material locations.
48"
12"
2" Block
Gravel
12"
(30,5 cm)
Shingle
Level
4" Block
2x4 Treated Lumber
7
• 3" Screw angled into 4x4.
• (2) at each point frame
12"
(30,5 cm)
Measurements to
centers of 4x4's.
4x4 Runner
12"
Shingle
Do not exceed 16".
8" Block
and 4x4 touch.