Original: $97.60
-65%$97.60
$34.16The Story
Planed oak railway sleepers, 100mm x 200mm x 2.4m, machined in-house at Nottage Timber Merchants to a planed square edge finish. Clean, consistent dimensions make these hardwood sleepers a practical choice for garden landscaping, raised beds, retaining walls, and outdoor steps.
Specifications
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | European Oak (Quercus robur / petraea) |
| Treatment | Untreated - naturally durable hardwood |
| Finish | Planed Square Edge (PSE) |
| Nominal Size | 100mm x 200mm x 2400mm |
| Finished Size | Approx. 90-95mm x 190-195mm x 2400mm (allow 5-10% reduction from planing) |
| Profile | Square edge, four sides planed |
| Use Class | UC4 equivalent - suitable for ground contact, oak natural durability class 2 |
What it is used for
- Raised vegetable and flower beds - untreated oak is safe around food-growing areas
- Garden retaining walls and terracing on sloped ground
- Outdoor steps and level changes in landscaping schemes
- Decorative garden edging and path borders where a clean, machined finish is required
Fitting and handling
Oak is a dense hardwood and pre-drilling pilot holes before fixing is strongly recommended to avoid splitting - use stainless steel or hot-dip galvanised fixings to prevent staining reactions with the tannins in oak. Store sleepers flat and off the ground on level bearers before installation, keeping them covered if left outdoors for any period before use. No preservative treatment is required for outdoor use; oak can be left to weather to a silver-grey naturally or finished with a suitable hardwood oil if you wish to retain the warm brown tone.
FAQ
Are these oak sleepers safe to use in a raised vegetable bed?
Yes. These sleepers are supplied untreated, so there are no chemical preservatives that could leach into growing soil. Oak is naturally durable and does not require treatment for outdoor use, making it a suitable choice for food-growing areas.
What is the actual finished size after planing?
The nominal size is 100mm x 200mm x 2400mm. After the planing process you should expect a finished size of approximately 90-95mm x 190-195mm. The length remains at 2400mm. Always measure your finished pieces before cutting to fit.
How long will untreated oak sleepers last in the ground?
Oak has a natural durability classification of Class 2, meaning it is rated as durable for ground contact applications. In typical UK garden conditions you can reasonably expect a service life of 15 to 25 years, though this will vary depending on drainage, soil type, and exposure.
Browse the full range of railway sleepers at Nottage Timber Merchants, including green oak and reclaimed options. We supply trade and retail customers across Bridgend and South Wales, with next-day delivery available to many local postcodes - contact our team to confirm availability for your area.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
Planed oak railway sleepers, 100mm x 200mm x 2.4m, machined in-house at Nottage Timber Merchants to a planed square edge finish. Clean, consistent dimensions make these hardwood sleepers a practical choice for garden landscaping, raised beds, retaining walls, and outdoor steps.
Specifications
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | European Oak (Quercus robur / petraea) |
| Treatment | Untreated - naturally durable hardwood |
| Finish | Planed Square Edge (PSE) |
| Nominal Size | 100mm x 200mm x 2400mm |
| Finished Size | Approx. 90-95mm x 190-195mm x 2400mm (allow 5-10% reduction from planing) |
| Profile | Square edge, four sides planed |
| Use Class | UC4 equivalent - suitable for ground contact, oak natural durability class 2 |
What it is used for
- Raised vegetable and flower beds - untreated oak is safe around food-growing areas
- Garden retaining walls and terracing on sloped ground
- Outdoor steps and level changes in landscaping schemes
- Decorative garden edging and path borders where a clean, machined finish is required
Fitting and handling
Oak is a dense hardwood and pre-drilling pilot holes before fixing is strongly recommended to avoid splitting - use stainless steel or hot-dip galvanised fixings to prevent staining reactions with the tannins in oak. Store sleepers flat and off the ground on level bearers before installation, keeping them covered if left outdoors for any period before use. No preservative treatment is required for outdoor use; oak can be left to weather to a silver-grey naturally or finished with a suitable hardwood oil if you wish to retain the warm brown tone.
FAQ
Are these oak sleepers safe to use in a raised vegetable bed?
Yes. These sleepers are supplied untreated, so there are no chemical preservatives that could leach into growing soil. Oak is naturally durable and does not require treatment for outdoor use, making it a suitable choice for food-growing areas.
What is the actual finished size after planing?
The nominal size is 100mm x 200mm x 2400mm. After the planing process you should expect a finished size of approximately 90-95mm x 190-195mm. The length remains at 2400mm. Always measure your finished pieces before cutting to fit.
How long will untreated oak sleepers last in the ground?
Oak has a natural durability classification of Class 2, meaning it is rated as durable for ground contact applications. In typical UK garden conditions you can reasonably expect a service life of 15 to 25 years, though this will vary depending on drainage, soil type, and exposure.
Browse the full range of railway sleepers at Nottage Timber Merchants, including green oak and reclaimed options. We supply trade and retail customers across Bridgend and South Wales, with next-day delivery available to many local postcodes - contact our team to confirm availability for your area.
