Garden Sleepers

The DIY gardener's dream product, garden sleepers can be used to build anything from raised beds to garden edging. Unlike second-hand railway sleepers, often covered in muck and grime, our garden sleepers are brand new and one can expect decades of use.

Shop our brilliant garden sleeper range online today and find great deals with quick delivery available at Primrose. You can also find more planters and gardening beds in our grow your own collection.

 

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    Find your garden sleeper online

    Create your own gardening bed and more with our choice of sleepers. With a wide range available, including hardwood and softwood options, you can find high-quality, durable garden sleepers that will transform your outdoor space. You can check out our guide comparing hardwood to softwood sleepers for more information.

    Whether you lay yours along your flower beds to create a natural-looking boundary, or want to build raised beds for a stunning floral display, garden sleepers are the ultimate choice for anyone keen to do a spot of DIY.

    How heavy are garden sleepers?

    The weight of the sleeper depends on its age, the wood it’s composed of and whether it’s been treated. The older the tree, the heavier the wood. Hardwood is denser and hence heavier than softwood.

    How much do sleepers weigh?

    Pine sleepers weigh between 50 and 60kg, which is approaching the weight of an adult female. Hardwood sleepers are even heavier. Due to their cumbersome nature, we advise lifting them with another.

    The key is to bend your knees, ensuring your back is straight. This will prevent injuries and ensure you are using your strongest muscles. Common injuries involve blunt trauma whereby poor coordination leads to crushed fingers and bruised feet.

    Are the different sizes important?

    Sleepers with greater heights and widths are heavier and will be suitable for larger projects, although it is your design specifications that are important. For most projects the thinner sleepers will suffice.

    How much are garden sleepers?

    It depends on the quantity you order. Most companies offer sleepers at low prices but with high delivery costs. At Primrose, our sleepers are priced higher, but delivery cost is £4.99 regardless of the quantity you order. This makes us highly competitive for small projects, although the price per sleeper falls significantly with quantity ordered.

    Our oak sleepers are more expensive than our pine sleepers. This is because as a dense hardwood, oak takes longer to grow and is more costly to transport with greater weight.

    Order your garden sleeper today

    Choose your sleepers online and start transforming your garden as soon as tomorrow! Or if you can't decide which style to choose, read our complete guide to garden sleepers