Installation Guide

Before you begin, please read instructions carefully.

1. Rolling Out the Boardwalk

Position the first section at the starting point of your desired path
roll the section out into place
Add additional sections as needed. Connecting them with inboard or outboard connectors (see diagram)

"OUTBOARD" Connectors take less time to install & remove and are generally preferred for temporary, seasonal installations.

"INBOARD" Connectors are somewhat more time consuming and are generally preferred for more permanent installations.

"OUTBOARD" Connectors

"INBOARD" Connectors

2. Adapting to Terrain

Gentle Slopes or Undulations: Simply roll the Boardwalk Out- it will typically adjust to small rises and dips without special preparation.
Gentle Curves: Straight sections can flex slightly left or right to form broad, arching curves.
Sharp Curves: Use 45° or 90° "cookie cutter" curved sections or request custom curved sections if needed

Tip for Maximum Curve with a Straight Section:

Tug each section slightly left or right during installation, and leave out a connecting spacer on the inside edge where sections connect.

Gentle Curves

Gentle Slopes/Undulation

"Cookie Cutter" Curve

3. Special Terrain Considerations

At The Beach or on Loose Sand

Always begin and end the Boardwalk on a flat surface.
Avoid starting/ending on a slope (e.g., the side of a dune), as foot traffic will cause a lateral erosion and form holes.
Use Mister Boardwalk® over dunes to prevent erosion but extend it to the flat portion of the beach for stability.

Side Hill Slopes

Up or Downhill Slopes

Always stake the Boardwalk to prevent sliding, rope stretching, or slat bending.
Place stakes at:
- Both sides of the bottom section.
- Intervals going up the slope.

Note:

TREX® or other composite materials bend more easily, so steaking is required if used on slopes.
For extreme slopes, use Wide Spacing Boardwalks for better traction.

4. Alternative: FlexWalk for Sand Dunes

FlexWalk uses stainless steel rods instead of nylon cord.
When Installed over dunes on both sides, it creates a "saddle" effect, eliminating the need for staking.

5. Adjusting Rope Tension

A new Boardwalk may have gaps due to rope stretching during packaging.
The rope naturally shrinks in moisture (dew or rain), pulling the slats and spacers tight.
To speed this process during installation:
- Push slats together manually
- Run Water over the rope and spacers.

If you have any problems or questions please feel free to call us at 1-800-813-4050 or you can contact us here.