Softwood Sleepers Blogs

Softwood sleepers are ideal for using in gardens and can be used for a huge variety of things. These sleepers aren't technically railway sleepers, as they've never seen a railway. But they are so similar in size and shape they have adopted the name. Basically they are a multi tasker for garden landscaping.

The safe, eco friendly pressure treatment means they can be used for furniture, bot outside and inside, and are safe to have in areas where children play, unlike the creosoted reclaimed sleepers. It also means that they are well protected against rot and insects so will last in the garden for many years. 

New sleepers are incredibly popular as edging for garden paths, borders for flower beds, raised vegetable beds, steps and pond structures, amongst other things. The softwood sleepers can also make excellent pergolas and are much lighter to handle than the new oak or the reclaimed sleepers, making them relatively easy to use. 

As the weather becomes cold and wet and the evenings draw darker it’s easy to neglect your garden. However, preparing some vegetable beds or water features now means everything will be ready for you to enjoy when the spring comes in.

Railway sleepers are excellent for flower and vegetable beds, ponds, water features, decking steps, furniture, edging and borders. When using railway sleepers for raised beds remember the importance of membrane and good drainage, as well as choosing non creosoted sleepers for any area in which you wish to grow vegetation. 2.4M 100 x 200mm softwood railway sleepers are ideal for use with plant borders and raised beds. If you prepare the beds during winter, by spring you will already have plants growing ready for the summer months.

There are some plants excellent for winter months that will keep your garden looking cheerful all year round. Holly, Christmas Rose, Dogwood, Viburnum and Wintersweet are all examples of great winter plants to consider adding to your garden.

The winter is also a good time to make new edging round heavy clay soil, as frost can help to break the soil down, making it easier to dig and manage. AVS Fencing Supplies have a great range of shovels and digging spades to help you with your garden projects.

For the full range of railway sleepers, visit your local branch or shop online.

Although much of the country is covered with snow – it doesn't stop you from planning your raised bed or retaining wall! Sleepers are becoming one of the most sought after garden fashion accessories of the year and this is not just down to their eye-catching looks but also their outstanding functionality.

AVS Fencing Supplies is proud to introduce its Sleeper winter offers on Second Hand Hardwoods, New Softwoods and New Mini Railway Sleepers! This winter Railway Sleeper promotion offers fantastic value for money.

So what are you waiting for? Act now and take advantage of our fantastic railway sleeper winter offers; either in one of our seven branches, on our excellent website or over the phone with one of our sales team. If you need some inspiration, you can visit our web page packed with inspiring ideas and expert help.