Budding gardeners increasingly favour railway sleepers to deck out their back gardens. Originally used as support for railway tracks, railway sleepers have found new popularity in garden landscaping. Their popularity within gardens nationwide is due to their rugged yet striking appearance and their toughened versatile nature. Reclaimed railway sleepers, built to withstand all forms of weather and general wear and tear..
Cawarden can offer four different ways, which have proved very popular with our customers.
Cawardens New Oak Railway Sleepers
Raised planters
Railway sleepers can become effectively raised planters when installed in the garden as a cheap alternative to brick or stone. When raised, you are helping to ensure that weeds and pests are warded away from your budding greenery.
Decking
Looking to overhaul the appearance of your garden? Reclaimed railway sleepers can create a decking section, ideal as the foundation for your garden furniture. The timber is strong and offers a cost-effective option for those looking to construct a deck on a budget.
Garden path
Railway sleepers can look impressive when used as a garden path. When combined with a contrasting gravel colour; such as clean white. The path is hardwearing and weatherproof creating a uniquely vintage look in your garden.
Furniture
A bench can be crafted very easily simply by using three large railway sleepers, bolts, and the appropriate tools. We have been inspired by RailwaySleepers.com who offer a wide range of furniture ideas, from peculiar chairs to swinging hammocks.
We provide many reclaimed railway sleepers in the following timber types;
- Reclaimed
- New Softwood
- New Oak Hardwood.
Before purchasing, you can enquire if the sleepers are suitable for use in the garden. If the sleepers have been treated with creosote oil, they shouldn’t be installed around children. This is due to the poisonous properties of the oil. However, our team are fully informed on the history of our sleepers and can advise you on their use on your property. Do not hesitate to get in contact with us today at 01889 574066 to find out more.