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1. www.diy.com › departments › outdoor-gardenGarden Sleepers | Railway Sleepers | B&Q

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   You can use railways sleepers for border and lawn edging, as well as to create attractive retaining walls, pathways, steps, and raised beds. Sleepers boast excellent load-bearing properties, making them ideal for garden use.

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3. www.wickes.co.uk › Products › Garden+OutdoorGarden & Railway Sleepers | Raised Beds | Wickes

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   Create the perfect home for your flowers, produce, or herbs with garden sleepers and raised garden beds. A great way to create a focal point and add depth to your garden, our selection of sleepers and raised beds are perfect for avid gardeners.

4. www.jacksons-fencing.co.uk › the-edit › how-to-buildHow To Build A Raised Garden Bed With Sleepers

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   • How to Build A Rectangle Raised Bed with Sleepers
   • Choose Your Size
   • Position Your Sleepers
   • Attach Sleepers Together
   • Add Another Layer
   • Attach Layers Together
   • Repeat Until You Have Desired Height
   • Choose The Right Timber Sleepers For Your Raised Garden Bed

   These instructions demonstrate 3 sleepers being used for each layer of the raised bed (2 whole and 2 halves). You can change the sizes according to your own requirements.

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   For our example we are using sleepers in lengths of 2.4 metres, so these can be cut to the desired size for your raised bed. Remember to use Jakcure® End Grain Preservative for any cut ends. You will need four individual parts in total for a single layer. (2 whole sleepers and 2 halves in this example).

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   Lay the sleepers on a level section of ground in a rectangular shape, with the narrowest sides on the ground and facing upwards.

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   Use two 150mm timber screws at each corner to attach the sleepers together. 50mm of the length of the screw needs to drill into the adjoining sleeper to create a solid connection. You will now have a box shape that creates a neat border. You can leave it like this however it will only be 7.87 inches high from the ground so for additional height and...

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   We recommend individually laying each of the sleepers on top of the box you have created, overlapping the joins as if you are bricklaying. Create one corner then screw these together so they are affixed before adding the remaining sleepers to create the same rectangular shape.

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   Attach the layers together using 250mm long timber screws, drilling down from the top to attach the two layers to each other. Alternatively, you could use brackets on the inside to connect the two layers.

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   Repeat steps 4 & 5, remembering to overlap the sleepers until you have the desired height, although anything over 6 inches is sufficient for a raised bed. Now you have your raised bed, you can fill it with the soil of your choice and start planting. You may want to add bricks or stones at the bottom before the soil to increase drainage. Our timber ...

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   There are many types of sleeper on the market that all have their own characteristics. Some are rustic with rough chipped edges aged by the weather while other are planed with a smooth finish specifically made for residential use. Reclaimed railway sleepers are a common choice – they are often very dark in colour, and have a weathered appearance. T...

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6. www.wickes.co.uk › ideas-advice › raised-sleeper-bedBuilding a raised sleeper bed - Ideas & Advice | Wickes.co.uk

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   Build Your Own Raised Sleeper Bed. An ideal material for building raised beds, garden sleepers are a popular choice thanks to their rustic look and rugged reliability. Giving you plenty of design freedom to suit the layout of your garden, they can be cut to any size and are ideal for growing flowers, trees, soft fruits, vegetables, plants and ...

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7. www.diy.com › ideas--advice › outdoor--gardenHow to build raised garden beds | B&Q

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   How to build raised beds with sleepers. Railway sleepers are another popular material for building raised beds. First, cut them to length using a circular saw, then place them on the ground, building them up to two or three layers to get your preferred height. Then, secure the sleepers to each other using stainless steel timber screws.

8. www.gardensleepers.co.uk › product › raised-bed-kitSleeper Raised Bed Kit (Select Your Size) - Garden Sleepers

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   Buy raised bed kits made from treated sleepers, screws and drill bit. Choose from different sizes and get delivery to your location.

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   Are garden sleepers a good choice?

   • An ideal material for building raised beds, garden sleepers are a popular choice thanks to their rustic look and rugged reliability. Giving you plenty of design freedom to suit the layout of your garden, they can be cut to any size and are ideal for growing flowers, trees, soft fruits, vegetables, plants and shrubs.

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   Are garden sleepers a good choice for a raised bed?

   • Sale! We found many of our customers were looking to build a raised bed using our garden sleepers due to their thickness – for the improved aesthetics, durability and cost effectiveness when compared against cheaper alternatives typically made from timber boards that warp quickly and aren’t suitable long-term.

   Sleeper Raised Bed Kit (Select Your Size) - Garden Sleepers

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   What are garden sleepers & raised bed kits?

   • Garden sleepers and raised bed kits make a stylish addition to any outdoor living space. A great alternative to using brick or stone, these kits can create focal areas with natural textures and tones to complement your garden. Our sets of timber sleepers come in neutral materials, including treated pine, softwood, and British larch.

   Garden & Railway Sleepers | Raised Beds | Wickes

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   Can railway sleepers be used for garden edging?

   • You can use railways sleepers for border and lawn edging, as well as to create attractive retaining walls, pathways, steps, and raised beds. Sleepers boast excellent load-bearing properties, making them ideal for garden use.

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   Can you build a raised bed with sleepers?

   • There are various made to measure raised beds or fully constructed planters available to buy, and while these are a quick fix, they usually end up as the more expensive choice when you want specific sizes, and it is so simple to build your own raised beds with sleepers.

   How To Build A Raised Garden Bed With Sleepers

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   What size sleepers do I need for a raised bed?

   • For our example we are using sleepers in lengths of 2.4 metres, so these can be cut to the desired size for your raised bed. Remember to use Jakcure® End Grain Preservative for any cut ends. You will need four individual parts in total for a single layer. (2 whole sleepers and 2 halves in this example). 2. Position your sleepers

   How To Build A Raised Garden Bed With Sleepers

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10. www.wickes.co.uk › Wickes-Decorative-Timber-GardenWickes Decorative Timber Garden Sleeper - 100 x 150 x 1200mm

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    This Wickes timber garden sleeper is ideal for creating retaining walls, raised beds, steps and edging. Each sleeper undergoes a rigorous pressure treatment process, enhancing its durability and fortifying it against rot, ensuring your landscaping projects stand the test of time.