What sizes do garden sleepers come in?

Sleeper Sizes The most common length for railway sleepers is 2.6 metres or 8ft 6″ long. The most common width is 250mm or 10″. And the most common thickness is 125mm & 150mm (5″ & 6″). You can find more information regarding the size, weight and pricing of railway sleepers here.

What lengths do treated pine sleepers come in?

Treated Pine Sleepers are available in the following sizes: 2.4 metre x 200mm x 50mm. 2.4 metre x 200mm x 75mm. 2.4 metre x 200mm x 100mm.

How long do timber sleepers last?

How long do railway sleepers last? Railway sleepers will last for years, with our softwood treated sleepers they can last around 8 to 10 years due to the pressurised treatment, UC4 sleepers extend this to 15 years. Softwood that is left untreated will still last around two to five years.

How deep should sleepers be?

They should be laid on a concrete bed , 50-100mm thick, with a full haunch to the uphill edge and a small amount of haunch downhill, sufficient to keep the sleeper in place. For extra security, steel pins or wooden stakes could be driven in front of or through the sleeper, as is detailed below.

Can you lay railway sleepers on soil?

For one, you can simply place your sleepers directly onto soil, allowing the heavy sleepers time to bed in. The use of gravel or sand to secure sleepers is a popular alternative to concrete.

How do you fix sleepers on the ground?

Cut your sleepers to your required length, which could be random for a rustic look. Then mix up some lean mortar, such as 6:1, to be used as a concrete base and haunching. Place at least a 50mm bed of concrete in the bottom of the trench and start inserting the sleepers, haunching them up as you go.

Can you use H4 treated pine for garden beds?

Treated pine sleepers are safe for use in vegetable gardens. If you are still concerned, you can seal the inside with various materials to prevent the chance of any leeching of chemicals into the soil.

How long does H4 treated pine last in the ground?

Treated pine decking can last for over 30 years when properly treated – this means the hazard level of at least H3, ideally H4. The lifespan of the treated pine depends whether it is touching the ground, how thick the poles or planks are and the hazard level of its treatment.

How do you keep wooden sleepers from rotting?

You have to keep the wood coated with quality oils, protecting spray, paint, waxes and varnishes. Paint will keep fungus away from attacking your wooden property. You have to install a retaining wall moisture barrier. Any area of your wooden property that is exposed to moisture is likely to rot.

How do you stop sleepers from rotting in the ground?

Wood Preserver Wood preservative treatments provide garden sleepers with protective properties that help prevent rot, mould and fungal growth, as well as help to form a defence against the elements. It is best to apply a wood preservative before installation of your sleeper, so that you can paint all sides.

Do sleepers need foundations?

The most important thing is that the railway sleepers are laid on a surface that is level and firm. Perfectionists and Engineers will do this on a foundation of concrete, but more mortal people will often simply use gravel or hardcore or sand or even the soil itself if it is solid.

Can you lay sleepers on soil?

How big is a standard 100 x 200 sleeper?

Also available – large landscape sleepers, oak sleepers & reclaimed sleepers. Size: 100 x 200mm in length’s of 1.2m, 2.4m and 3.6m Pressure treated softwood – Green or Brown. UC3 -fine for ground contact. Sourced from sustainable and managed forests. Also available – large landscape sleepers, oak sleepers & reclaimed sleepers.

What kind of timber is used in Garden sleepers?

All of these eye-catching garden sleepers are perfect for creating contrast with your garden or house, making any home, garden project or raised bed induce a sense of mystery and allure. Suregreen timber sleepers are made from treated or charred softwood or untreated oak and are available in two different lengths – 1.2m and 2.4m.

How big are new Green treated softwood sleepers?

The treatment is completely safe for children and pets alike. These sleepers are light and easy to handle, approx. 19kg for a 1200x200x100 length and approx. 10kg for a 600x200x100 length. Timber Titan… Timber Titan… Pallet of…

What kind of wood are railway sleepers made of?

Suregreen timber sleepers are made from treated or charred softwood or untreated oak and are available in two different lengths – 1.2m and 2.4m. They are sustainably sourced and are the perfect choice for strength, durability, looking good whilst helping save the planet.