Easiest Installation of any Expansion Joint Replacement Product
FAQ
Just how easy is it to install Trim-A-Slab?
Trim-A-Slab pushes in by hand, or can be stepped on to install. It does not need to be driven or hammered into place. We have had Trim-A-Slab installed by kids under 10 years of age.
Can I get help installing Trim-A-Slab?
Absolutely. You can use one of our installers, or you can pick up some Trim-A-Slab yourself and use your preferred handyman.
How do I get the wood out?
This can be the hardest part if the wood has not rotted. We recommend prying it up from the ends rather than from the middle. If a piece is inaccessible from the ends, drill a few holes into it and place lag bolts into the wood, and pry up on those.
I ran into a nail, how to I get that out?
If you run into the occasional nail, a blow to the nail using a pry bar will typically shear it off or bend it out of the way. Trim-A-Slab is very compliant and can be easily cut with shears, so it is not necessary to remove all obstructions. You can cut away a portion of the underside of Trim-A-Slab to clear the obstruction.
Is there any real difference between the black and the grey?
We guarantee both for 5 years, but these two products are made from very different materials. The black version is made from the same material as is used in automotive window seals, and this is the choice if you want the lowest maintenance, as it will not show tire marks. The grey material is a flexible PVC, which is typically used for residential and commercial window seals, and will blend with concrete. While the grey color will show tire marks, it is easily cleaned with soap and water.
What size do I need to use?
Most residential driveways and sidewalks were poured with a 1x4 or a 1x3 board used for the forms. These boards leave a gap about 3/4 of an inch wide, and will be by far the most common size. In some cases, slab motion may have been significant, opening up these gaps to 1" or more. Trim-A-Slab 1" is best suited for these applications.
Just how easy is it to install Trim-A-Slab?
Trim-A-Slab pushes in by hand, or can be stepped on to install. It does not need to be driven or hammered into place. We have had Trim-A-Slab installed by kids under 10 years of age.
Can I get help installing Trim-A-Slab?
Absolutely. You can use one of our installers, or you can pick up some Trim-A-Slab yourself and use your preferred handyman.
How do I get the wood out?
This can be the hardest part if the wood has not rotted. We recommend prying it up from the ends rather than from the middle. If a piece is inaccessible from the ends, drill a few holes into it and place lag bolts into the wood, and pry up on those.
I ran into a nail, how to I get that out?
If you run into the occasional nail, a blow to the nail using a pry bar will typically shear it off or bend it out of the way. Trim-A-Slab is very compliant and can be easily cut with shears, so it is not necessary to remove all obstructions. You can cut away a portion of the underside of Trim-A-Slab to clear the obstruction.
Is there any real difference between the black and the grey?
We guarantee both for 5 years, but these two products are made from very different materials. The black version is made from the same material as is used in automotive window seals, and this is the choice if you want the lowest maintenance, as it will not show tire marks. The grey material is a flexible PVC, which is typically used for residential and commercial window seals, and will blend with concrete. While the grey color will show tire marks, it is easily cleaned with soap and water.
What size do I need to use?
Most residential driveways and sidewalks were poured with a 1x4 or a 1x3 board used for the forms. These boards leave a gap about 3/4 of an inch wide, and will be by far the most common size. In some cases, slab motion may have been significant, opening up these gaps to 1" or more. Trim-A-Slab 1" is best suited for these applications.
