What Types of Railway Sleepers Are There?
We love Railway Sleepers; they are beautiful, versatile, come in various shapes and forms, and have become immensely popular among landscape architects, gardeners, and even furniture designers. You can find many ideas for using sleepers around the garden.
Lawsons stocks a range of sleepers to suit whatever project you might be working on. Our sleepers are sourced from the UK and the Baltics from responsibly managed forests, so you can be rest assured that there is no harm to the environment and its habitat.
Read on to find out what kind of railway sleepers are available to you and to help make a more informed decision before purchasing.
Softwood Railway Sleepers
Softwood sleepers are very economical and are cost-effective for those looking to buy sleepers on a budget. In comparison to hardwood sleepers, they are much lighter and easier to maneuver, cut, and position.
Softwood railway sleepers can be used for a number of landscape projects including garden edgings, building a raised flower bed, making a retaining wall, and for steps and garden furniture.
Hardwood Railway Sleepers
Hardwood railway sleepers are extremely versatile, durable, and robust. They have inherent properties of durability and offer a low-maintenance alternative in comparison to our softwood sleepers.
Due to these innate material qualities, you have a choice whether you should buy new or used railway sleepers, depending on the finish you want, your project needs, and your budget. New hardwood sleepers are suitable for various projects ranging from garden paths to planters, while used hardwood sleepers are more suitable for exterior garden projects.
The straight edges on our sleepers give you clean lines for your designs, and you can coat them with your own choice of colour or stain to achieve the finish you desire.
Used/Reclaimed Sleepers
Used and reclaimed sleepers are a unique choice and can boost any landscaping project. The weathered sleepers are beautiful and have fantastic character to enhance your garden. There are many benefits of reclaimed sleepers, such as they are strong and sturdy, unlikely to rot, and will have a long lifespan.
Now that you have a better understanding, why not check out our range?
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