What is Permaloc edging made of, and will it rust?
Permaloc edging is made from tempered aluminum alloy. Aluminum does not rust, and Permaloc's Duraflex baked-on powder coat finishes (available in black, bronze, and green) add additional protection and color retention. The mill finish option leaves the aluminum in its natural state, which develops a light patina but will not corrode the way steel edging does over time.
What is the difference between CleanLine and PermaStrip edging?
CleanLine is Permaloc's flagship landscape edging system -- a low-profile, flat-top aluminum strip that connects with a patented interlocking sleeve joint, creating a continuous, nearly seamless border. PermaStrip is an L-shaped aluminum edging with a solid or notched base flange, designed for situations where extra anchorage and a taller visible face are preferred, such as lawn edging along hardscape or decorative beds. Both systems use the same aluminum stakes and are available in matching finishes.
Can Permaloc edging be used as a paver restraint?
Yes. The Permaloc BrickBlock aluminum paver restraint is engineered specifically for patio, walkway, and driveway installations where pavers or concrete blocks need a firm perimeter edge. It provides a rigid border against paver migration without cracking, rotting, or rusting, and is compatible with standard hardscape spike installation over compacted base material.
Does A.M. Leonard carry Permaloc stakes and connectors, or just the edging sections?
A.M. Leonard stocks the full Permaloc system -- edging sections sold individually and in kits, aluminum stakes in natural, black anodized, and bronze Duraflex, plus grade-change connectors and end stake adapters for CleanLine installations. If you are extending an existing installation or replacing damaged accessories, everything you need ships from a single source.
How do I choose between 8-foot and 16-foot Permaloc sections?
Eight-foot sections are easier to handle solo and navigate tighter curves; 16-foot sections reduce the number of joints in a long straight run and typically offer a lower cost per linear foot. For most residential and small commercial jobs, 8-foot kits are the practical starting point. Larger landscape crews installing long straight borders along driveways or property lines often prefer 16-foot sections for efficiency. Both lengths use the same interlocking connector system.
