LiveWall Sprout® (Automatically Irrigated)

Assembly Instructions:
What you need - Not included in kit

TOOLS PARTS
•• Electric or Battery powered Drill/Driver •• Garden hose(s) to connect wall to spigot.
•• Drill Bit – 1/4” •• 14-16 fasteners/anchors for attachment of
•• 7/16” Wrench VertiRail Furring Strips and HideAway Brackets to
wall (See page 14 for Fastener Recommendation)
•• Level
•• Wood or metal to cover irrigation chase and
•• Tape Measure associated fasteners.
•• Pencil •• 2 - AA Batteries
•• Utility Knife or Pipe Cutter
Also Recommended
•• Eye Protection
•• Gloves •• Flashing Tape (for sealing the anchors drilled
into the building wall)
•• Non-PTFE Thread Sealant
Also Recommended
•• Drill Bit - 3/16”
•• Stud Finder
•• Ladder or Scaffold
•• 2 C-Clamps - preferably quick release

Before You Begin:

1. Check your packing list to be sure you received your entire order. If there are any missing or improper parts,
contact customer service 877-554-4065.
2. LiveWall, LLC recommends that a minimum of two people work together to install this LiveWall. If that is not
possible, we recommend the use of (2) quick release C-clamps.
3. Read and ensure understanding of the entire assembly instructions prior to beginning the install.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS - LIABILITY DISCLAIMER

When you use these instructions, you are consenting to be bound by the provisions in this paragraph. These instructions provide an illustrative
method for installing LiveWall, LLC (LiveWall) vegetated wall. LiveWall’s instructions are not intended to address every possible contingency
that might be encountered during installation or to endorse the use of particular tools. DISCLAIMER: LIVEWALL HAS DILIGENTLY TRIED TO
ILLUSTRATE AND DESCRIBE THE INSTALLATION PRODUCTS IN THIS LITERATURE CLEARLY AND ACCURATELY ; HOWEVER, SUCH
ILLUSTRATIONS AND DESCRIPTIONS DO NOT EXPRESS OR IMPLY A WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY
WARRANTY THAT THE PURCHASER WILL BE ABLE TO OBTAIN A PARTICULAR RESULT, OR THAT THE PRODUCTS OR INSTRUCTIONS
ARE MERCHANTABLE, OR FIT FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR THAT THE INSTALLED PRODUCTS WILL NECESSARILY CONFORM
TO THE ILLUSTRATIONS OR DESCRIPTIONS OR DIMENSIONS. THESE INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT ENLARGE OR OTHERWISE MODIFY
THE LIMITED WARRANTY RECEIVED WHEN YOU PURCHASED LIVEWALL, IF ANY. LIVEWALL HERBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL
WARRANTIES AND ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIMS FOR INJURY OR DEATH RELATED TO OR BASED UPON THE USE OF THESE
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS AND ANY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS OTHERWISE PROVIDED BY LIVEWALL. LIVEWALL IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INACCURACIES, OMISSIONS OR TYPOS IN THIS GUIDE.

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 Furring Strips (1.5” VertiRail™) - Vertical
furring strips, attached to building wall.
NOTE: Fasteners to attach furring strips
are not included. See page 14 for
recommendations.
RainRail® - Attached in the intermediate
and top rows of structure, to the furring
strips with RainRail fasteners and spaced
using GapTools. Is hollow and has holes
for irrigation nozzles. Slots hold wall
planters.
Screw, Fastening (RainRail® to Furring
Strip) - used to secure RainRails and slot
rails to the furring strips.
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Slot Rail (H-Rail) - Attached at very
bottom row of the structure, to the
furring strips with fastening screws. Has
no holes for irrigation nozzles. Critical to
set it level. Top slot holds wall planters.
GapTool™ - For correct spacing of
RainRails. Set in rail slot, braced against
furring strips, with knob tightened
securely in place.
Adapter (RainRail®) 1’’ LightBlock -
Connects RainRails to irrigation fittings.
Secured with set screws.
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 End Plug (RainRail®) - caps RainRails Screw, Set (for RainRail® Fittings) - Used
at the ends which do not connect to at either end of the RainRails to help
irrigation. secure in place the RainRail endplugs
and adapters.

Tee (LightBlock™ 1’’) - Connects to Elbow (LightBlock™ 1’’) - Connects to

RainRail adapters and Lightblock pipe. RainRail Adapter and LightBlock pipe.

LightBlock™ Pipe - Lengths of 10-5/8” Adapter (LightBlock 1’’) w 1’’ Male

and 42”. Used in the irrigation assembly. thread Used in the hose connection
assembly. Attach to the Light Block Pipe
and Reducer Coupling.

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 Reducer Coupling - Used in the hose Close Nipple - Connects the reducer
connection assembly. Attach to the Light coupling to the brass swivel coupler.
Block MIPT Adapter and Close Nipple.

Brass Swivel Coupler - The first connects Irrigation Screen Filter - Connects to
the close nipple to the hose. The second hose timer using brass swivel coupler.
connects the hose timer to the screen Filters unwanted particles to prevent
filter. clogging.

Brass Adapter - Connects the Screen

Filter to the hose.

Hose Timer - Connects to water spigot.

Set hose timer to recommended irrigation
settings.

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 HideAway™ Bracket - For irrigation RainRail Spray Nozzles - Screwed into
chase concealment, attached to wall and RainRail, spray water into planters.
supports trim board.
NOTE: Trim board and fasteners to attach
brackets are not included. See page 14
for recommendations.

WallTer™ Inserts - Dropped into wall WallTer™ Wall Planters - Dropped into
planters, hold plants and soil. RainRail slots, hold planted inserts.
Half (8”) and Full (16”) sizes included. Half (8”) and Full (16”) sizes included.

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 STEP 1: PREPARATION
Use a level and tape measure to install furring
strips. Find the existing wall’s studs. Set furring
strips vertically and horizontally spaced 16” to
no more than 24 inches on center in accord with
your stud design.

•• For ease of installation, marking and drilling

Wall studs
pilot holes in wall is recommended. 16”-24”
•• For metal walls, install plastic insulators to
prevent galvanic reaction.
•• Shimming may be needed to ensure that
furring strips sit flush against solid backing if
surface is stair-stepped such as lapped siding.

STEP 2: INSTALL FURRING STRIPS

Align and drive top and bottom furring strip
anchors, and then drive all intermediate anchors.
Provide a minimum of one anchor per 16 verti-
cal inches to a solid, strong anchor point.
NOTE: Because LiveWall can be installed on a
variety of wall types, anchors are not included. Wall studs
Suggested fasteners for typical wall types are
listed on page 14. Furring
16” 16” Strips
•• For a stonger attachment, provide anchors
every 6-12 vertical inches.
•• If desired, additional waterproofing measures
can be taken by placing flashing tape against the
wall at point of wall fastener.

16” 16”
Wall stud

Wall 24” o.c.

Furring Strip max.
Fastener/Anchor
WARNING!
FAILURE TO PROPERLY SECURE WALL SYSTEM MAY
RESULT IN INJURY! THE SCREWS RECOMMENDED ARE
FOR INSTALLATION ARE SOLELY RECOMMENDATIONS.
CONSULT AN INSTALLATION PROFESSIONAL TO IDENTIFY
THE PROPER FASTENERS FOR YOUR APPLICATION.

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 STEP 3: INSTALL SLOT RAIL
•• Use measuring equipment and level to mark the location
(horizontally) for the Slot Rail (H-Rail). This piece will not have
holes for the irrigation nozzles. Align the bottom of the slot Slot Rail Section
rail to bottom of furring strips and center the slot rail with the
furring strips. TOP
•• Mark, then drill 1/4” pilot holes in v-groove of slot rails at V-groove
points of attachment to furring strips.
•• If desired, drill 3/16” pilot holes into the furring strips for ease Drill here
of fastening. When drilling, use a stop on the drill bit to keep it
from penetrating the building wall.
•• Be sure that the slot rail is properly oriented with the larger
slot facing down (see right). Using provided self-tapping
fastening screws and T-27 torque bit, securely attach the slot rails
to the furring strips at every point where they interface.
•• DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. BOTTOM
•• Hint: Use (2) C-Clamps to hold slot rail in place for ease of install

Furring Strip

H-Rail

Furring Strip

Slot Rail
(without
nozzle holes)

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 STEP 4: INSTALL RAINRAILS
•• Once the bottom-most slot rail is level, set and fastened to
the furring strip, use the provided GapTools™ to properly space
and align all rows of RainRail,™ working from bottom to top. RainRail Section
GapTools should be set in slot rail top opening, braced against TOP
furring strips and set securely in place with thumb screws.
•• As with the bottom slot rail, drill 1/4” pilot holes in the V-groove
RainRails and attach them to the furring strips with the supplied
fastening screws

BOTTOM

RainRail
(with
nozzle holes)

Fastenening
12”
Screw

12”
GapTool

12”

Avoid placing Slot Rail

GapTool above (without
RainRail fastening nozzle holes)
screw.

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 STEP 5: INSTALL IRRIGATION COMPONENTS
Before starting, choose which side of the LiveWall you would like to install the irrigation feed line.
Beginning at the top RainRail, follow these steps:

•• On the side which you want to feed irrigation, push the LightBlock Elbow onto the smooth end of a RainRail
Adapter, and insert the double-o ring end of the RainRail Adapter into the end of the top RainRail.
•• Push 1” x 10 5/8” section of pipe into the LightBlock Elbow.
•• Push LightBlock Tee onto a RainRail Adapter, insert top end of Tee into previously installed section of pipe, and
insert RainRail Adapter into end of second RainRail. Insert another piece of 1” x 10 5/8” pipe onto bottom end of
Tee. Repeat this step for all RainRails.
•• Secure all RainRail Adapters with set screws.
•• Cut 42” pipe to desired length, and push onto the bottom end of
the lowest LightBlock Tee. The pipe may extend as far down from the
wall as desired; however, at least 1 foot distance from pipe to ground LightBlock
is needed. Then, push 1” Light Block Male Adapter onto end of pipe Elbow
toward ground. RainRail Adapter
•• Insert RainRail End Plugs to all RainRails on the opposite side
to 1” LightBlock
(the side without irrigation) and secure with set screws.

RainRail
Endplug

RainRail Adapter
to 1” LightBlock LightBlock
Tee

H-Rail without
nozzles Cut 42” pipe
to desired length
Push Adapter (Light-
Block 1” Male) onto
Cut Pipe

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 STEP 5: INSTALL IRRIGATION COMPONENTS (continued)
USE CARE NOT TO OVERTIGHTEN THREADED FITTINGS - THIS CAUSES LEAKS. LiveWall recommends a non-PTFE
thread sealant on all threaded fixtures. Connect water source to living wall by following these steps:

•• Screw Adapter (LightBlock 1” Male) on Reducer Coupling.

•• Screw Close Nipple into Reducer Coupling.
•• Screw Brass Swivel Coupler to tape-wrapped Close Nipple
•• Screw Garden Hose to Brass swivel coupler. 1” Pipe

Adapter (LightBlock
1” Male)

Reducer Coupling

3/4” Close Nipple

Brass Swivel
Coupler

Your Garden Hose

•• Starting at the spigot, connect the top end of the Hose Timer. Install two AA Batteries in Hose Timer.
•• Attach Hose Timer to Brass Swivel Coupler.
•• Screw the Screen Filter into the Brass Swivel Coupler. Ensure that ARROWS ON THE SCREEN FILTER POINT IN
DIRECTION OF WATER FLOW / HOSE.
•• Screw the Brass Adaptor onto the Screen Filter. Wrap Brass Adapter threads and attach to Garden Hose.

Your Hose Hose Brass Swivel Screen Brass Your

Spigot Timer Coupler Filter Adapter Garden Hose

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 STEP 5: INSTALL IRRIGATION COMPONENTS (continued)
•• Flush system with water to test hose connection for leaks and to wash any loose particles through the holes in
the RainRail.
•• After testing, screw RainRail Spray Irrigation Nozzles into RainRails.
»» Top Tier: 0.2 GPM Nozzles
»» Middle Tier: 0.15 GPM Nozzles
»» Bottom Tier: 0.1 GPM Nozzles
•• Flush system with water again to ensure nozzles are working properly. Water should fan as indicated below.
You may need to adjust the alignment of nozzles to ensure fan is spraying in the proper direction.

.2 gpm .2 gpm

.15 gpm .15 gpm

.1 gpm .1 gpm

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 STEP 6: INSTALL HIDEAWAY BRACKETS AND TRIM BOARDS
LiveWall recommends that trimboard is used on at least one side of the living wall - the side that has the irrigation
chase. Some owners may choose to line both sides with trim board, and others to put a frame around the entire living
wall. Enough HideAway brackets to install trim board on either side are supplied. Should you wish to create an entire
frame, please contact us for extra brackets.

•• Install perimeter HideAway brackets Space HideAway brackets close enough together to provide sufficient
support for facing against wind pressure.
•• Space brackets no greater than 24” on center.
•• Install trim boards (not included) onto HideAway Brackets.

1-1/2”

Centerline
12” HideAway Brackets

12”

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 STEP 7: INSTALL WALLTER WALL PLANTERS AND INSERTS
Install all WallTer™ Wall Planters.

•• FOR GREATEST EFFICIENCY, install Wall Planters from RIGHT TO LEFT due to overlapping lip orientation.
»» Install top row first, beginning with a 16” wide wall planters.
»» Planters in the first row are all 16” wide planters.
»» Push the top edge of the planter into the RainRail slot above it, and then drop the bottom edge down into
the lower RainRail slot.
»» The second row is installed beginning with an 8” wide WallTer module on the right hand side. This is
followed by a series of 16” modules, and ends with another 8” module.
•• Install WallTer Limiting Screw in score line toward top of WallTer module. (Optional for theft or wind resistance)

For Plant and Soil Selection and Planting Instructions, see the LIVEWALL PLANTING GUIDE (enclosed).
•• Install WallTer™ Inserts into the WallTer wall planters.
•• Run irrigation system for a couple of minutes to settle soil and prevent plant material from wilting.
•• Set hose timer to recommended irrigation settings listed in included LiveWall Maintenance Protocol, included.

FOLLOW THE LIVEWALL MAINTENACE GUIDE (enclosed) in caring for your plants and system.

Sign Up for Free Maintenance Advice and Reminders.

LiveWall.com/maintenance-support

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 FASTENER RECOMMENDATION
LiveWall, LLC provides furring tracks which provide flexibility in design over a number of different applications. The exterior wall design and means of fastening LiveWall to the
wall system are ultimately the responsibility of the local rchitect and/or structural engineer and installation contractor and shall comply with local codes.

Below are fastener recommendations for different structural applications based on 18 pounds per square foot .

Wall Material Fastener Type

TYPE SIZE PILOT HOLE ADHESIVE MFG/ VENDOR PART NOTES

Brick Torx Hex Washer Head Screw 1/4” x 1-3/4” 1/4” N/A HILTI KWIK-CON II+1/4” x 1-3/4”
Anchor THWH St Steel
ITW Red Head Tapcon Screw 1/4” x 1-3/4” 1/4” N/A Fastenal 0131211 1/4” x 1-3/4” Hex
Anchor Washer, Hex Drive, St Steel

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Concrete Torx Hex Washer Head Screw 1/4” x 1-3/4” 1/4” N/A HILTI KWIK-CON II+1/4” x 1-3/4”
Masonry Unit Anchor THWH St Steel
(CMU)
ITW Red Head Tapcon Screw 1/4” x 1-3/4” 1/4” N/A Fastenal 0131211 1/4” x 1-3/4” Hex
Anchor Washer, Hex Drive, St Steel

Mortar Joints Not Recommended N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

Poured Walls Torx Hex Washer Head Screw 1/4” x 1-3/4” 1/4” N/A HILTI KWIK-CON II+1/4” x 1-3/4”

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Anchor THWH St Steel
ITW Red Head Tapcon Screw 1/4” x 1-3/4” 1/4” N/A Fastenal 0131211 1/4” x 1-3/4” Hex
Anchor Washer, Hex Drive, St Steel

Steel Studs Ballistic Point, Single Fastener 0.157 - 1” N/A N/A HILTI X-U 27 P8 TH
Metal “Tophat” & 8mm Plastic

Aluminum Studs Ballistic Point, Single Fastener 0.157 - 1” N/A N/A HILTI X-U 27 P8 TH
Metal “Tophat” & 8mm Plastic

Wooden Studs Hex Lag Screw 1/4” x 1-1/4” 1/4” N/A HILTI 3-WD-1/4”-20 x 1-1/4” HWH Lag
Screw, Galvanized
Hex Lag Screw 1/4” x 1-1/4” 1/4” N/A Fastenal 22087 1/4” x 1-1/4” Hex Head
Lag Screw, Galvanized

Exterior Varies Varies Varies Varies Varies Varies Fasten through EFIS to Structure Below
Insulation

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Finishing System
(EIFS)

LiveWall Disclaimer/Limitation of
Remedies and Liability for LiveWall and
LiveScreen Modular Green Wall System
This disclaimer/limitation of remedies and liability applies
to all LiveWall modular planted living wall products and
LiveScreen and LiveFence products manufactured and
sold by LiveWall, LLC under the name of LiveWall,
LiveScreen or LiveFence. No person representing or
purporting to represent LiveWall, LLC shall be entitled to
waive or vary the terms set forth herein, and any attempt
to do so shall be void and of no effect.
Warranty
The LiveWall WallTer module is warranted against
material defects and photo degradation for 15 years from
the date of installation. The RainRail™ mounting bracket
is warranted against material defects for 15 years from
date of installation. Color of WallTer planters MAY
lighten with exposure to U.V.
Suitability/Particular Applications
Because LiveWall, LLC does not have control over each
particular application of its products, LiveWall makes no
warranties express or implied related to the fitness
of LiveWall products for particular applications and
or purposes. It is the responsibility of the user to
determine whether the product is suited to a particular
purpose or application, and LiveWall, LLC recommends
consultation with a competent architect or engineer to
determine if the LiveWall system is suitable for particular
conditions related to but not limited to wall design,
sun/shade orientation, potential of wind damage, and
propensity for mold/mildew. LiveWall does not assume
any liability for damage or injury resulting from system
component, stationary or falling, or from soil, plant
matter, snow, ice, etc., or components of the LiveWall
system falling or dislodging from an installation, or from
injury due to anyone climbing upon the LiveWall system.
Furthermore, LiveWall, LLC assumes no liability for
slippery or wet surfaces under or around its
products.
LiveWall, LLC makes no warranty that products
installed by installers have been installed properly or in
accordance with LiveWall standardized installation
procedures. Any warranties for product installation
and related work are available solely from the actual
installer.
Vegetated walls typically keep wall membranes wetter
than traditional walls. This is an important consideration
when determining what type of membrane and bonding
agent/method to use. The choice of moisture barrier
(breathable membrane or otherwise) and bonding
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method should be pre-approved with the manufacturer to
ensure that it is suited for use in conjunction with the
LiveWall system. LiveWall accepts no liability for any
issue related to construction components, moisture
barrier systems or bonding methods. The waterproofing
system manufacturer should always be consulted before
applying any type of green wall system. LiveWall
accepts no liability for moisture, mold, mildew, insects or
animals.
Limitation of Remedies and Liability
If the product is proved to be defective, the exclusive
remedy, at LiveWall, LLC’s option, shall be to refund the
purchase price of the WallTer container (exclusive of soil
and plant material) or to timely repair or supply of
replacement containers (exclusive of soil and plants).
LiveWall, LLC shall not otherwise be liable for any loss
or damages, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental,
punitive, or consequential, regardless of the legal theory
asserted, including negligence, warranty, or strict
liability.
If LiveWall, LLC shall elect to repair or replace the
defective product, or refund the purchase price
(exclusive of soil and plants), such election shall not be
deemed an admission of liability. Any lawsuit or legal
action against LiveWall, LLC with regard to product must
be brought in Ottawa County, Michigan, and Michigan
law shall apply to all proceedings.
Plant Grades and Standards
The LiveWall system is intended to be delivered in
conjunction with empty or vegetated WallTer™ Inserts.
The plants are to be an assortment of plants that is
suitable for the intended purpose. They may be annuals,
perennials, long lived succulents, herbs, vegetables,
medicinals, or tropical plants. Any warranty for
vegetation must come from the local LiveWall®
Grower/Distributor or maintenance provider. Any such
warranty may vary from grower to grower (independent
of LiveWall, LLC). Typically plant warranties from
growers are associated with additional charges and the
adherence to and documentation of specific
maintenance practices.
The LiveWall system is intended to be supplied with
LiveWall’s LiveSoil™ engineered soil, in accord with
established specifications. Significant deviation from
such specifications may result in suboptimal
performance, and resultant performance is solely at the
discretion and responsibility of the system owner.
LiveWall reserves the right to modify its soil formulations,
formulate by subcontractor, or adapt formulations
regionally based upon climate, water quality, codes, and
regionally available materials.
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