Buy Railway Sleeper 100x200MM x 2.4M - Pressure Treated Brown at East Coast Fencing
Railway Sleeper 100x200MM x 2.4M - Pressure Treated Brown is a substantial landscaping timber designed for long-term outdoor structures. With its heavy 100x200mm section and generous 2.4m length, it provides dependable strength for raised beds, edging, steps and low retaining features while delivering a warm, natural brown finish that complements garden planting and hard landscaping.
Brown pressure treatment for longevity
The sleeper is pressure treated in a brown preservative to help protect against rot, fungal decay and insect attack. The treatment penetrates deep into the timber fibres for durable performance in exposed and ground-contact applications. As the timber seasons, the brown tone mellows to a softer hue without affecting its protective properties.
Structural section for demanding builds
The 100x200mm profile offers excellent bearing capacity and rigidity, making it suitable for applications where the timber must retain soil, spread loads or resist impact. At 2.4m long, each length reduces the number of joints in straight runs, aiding both strength and visual continuity in planters, borders and terracing.
Typical applications
- Raised beds & planters: Create crisp-edged beds with reliable soil retention and comfortable working heights.
- Edging & borders: Form durable, knock-resistant boundaries along lawns, paths and driveways.
- Steps & seating: Build simple garden steps, benching and informal seating blocks.
- Low retaining features: Stack and fix sleepers to manage modest level changes on sloped plots.
- Decking sub-bases: Use as bearers or spreaders to support frameworks on compacted ground.
Design versatility
The clean, sawn finish suits both contemporary and rustic schemes. Sleepers can be stacked, staggered or mitred to form corners and tiers; repeating the 100x200mm section across edging, steps and planters produces a cohesive, professional look throughout the garden.
Workability and fixing
Sleepers can be cut with standard timber blades and fixed using exterior-grade coach screws, timber spikes or rebar dowels depending on the design. When cutting to length, treat exposed end grain with a suitable preservative to maintain protection. Pre-drilling helps prevent splitting and makes through-bolting easier on multi-course constructions.
Installation notes
- Prepare a firm, level base—compacted type 1 or a sharp-sand bed over hardcore—for stability and drainage.
- Stagger vertical joints when stacking and mechanically fix courses together for rigidity.
- Where retaining soil, add free-draining backfill and consider a geotextile membrane to reduce fines migration.
- Maintain fall away from structures and keep timber off persistently wet ground where possible.
Low-maintenance performance
Routine care is minimal: periodic checks of fixings and an occasional clean will keep installations in good order. If a specific colour tone is preferred, allow the sleeper to season and dry before applying a compatible exterior wood finish, and always retreat any fresh cuts beforehand.
Complements wider landscaping
The brown treatment pairs naturally with brown-treated posts, gravel boards and fence panels, as well as aggregate paths and natural stone. Using the same sleeper section across multiple features—beds, edging and seating—helps unify materials and lines for a consistent, high-quality finish.
Benefits at a glance
- Heavy 100x200mm section for structural garden features.
- 2.4m length minimises joints and speeds installation.
- Brown pressure treated for resistance to rot and decay.
- Versatile for planters, edging, steps and low retaining work.
- Easy to cut and fix with standard exterior hardware.
Summary
The Railway Sleeper 100x200MM x 2.4M - Pressure Treated Brown delivers the strength, durability and aesthetic warmth needed for dependable landscaping builds. Its substantial section, protective brown treatment and straightforward workability make it a go-to choice for raised beds, edging, steps, decking bases and low retaining structures across a wide range of garden designs.
