What about Softwood Railway Sleepers

If you are lucky enough to have or are planning to install Green Treated Sleepers or Brown Treated Railway Sleepers, it will be a good idea to prepare your Garden Sleepers for the Winter.

The level of care required for your Sleepers is dependent on whether you Railway Sleepers Treated or Untreated.

Treated Sleepers will typically be either Green or Brown.

Green Treated Sleepers tend to be Tanalised.

Tanalised Green Treatment is a deep tanalisation into the Timber Cells.

Green Railway Sleepers have a Green Tinge, which over time will turn a Light Brown and then a Silvery Grey if they are not Painted.

Brown Railway Sleepers are typically Pressure Treated with Tanalith pressure injected into the Timber.

A treated Garden Sleeper will typically have a LifeSpan of 8-12 Years. However, with some straightforward care, you can increase the Life Span of your Sleeper.

During Autumn, we would recommend cleaning any dirty Sleepers using a hose and a light cleaning solution.

Rinse away any Solution with Clean Water and ensure your Railway Sleepers are free from mould or algae.

After giving your Railway Sleepers a scrub and once free from Algae and mould, check for any signs of Rot.

If you do find some rot, use a wet rot wood hardener on the affected areas of your garden sleeper.

If you want to retain your Garden Sleepers Natural Colour, use wood preservatives such as a clear deck oil that contains UV filters.

Alternatively, use a Coloured wood protector adding two or three coats for extra protection.

Finally, if you have cut your Treated Sleeper, add an extra layer of Treatment to the Sawn Area.

Autumn Time is fantastic for Laying Sleepers.

In particular, using Wooden Sleepers for Raised Beds are very popular during the Autumn months, as the Soil and the Raised Bed will be ready for use come the following Spring.

For Sleeper Best Prices, consider a Value Pack - Click here for both Green Railway Sleepers and Brown Railway Sleeper Packs.

If you require a Larger Pallet Pack of Sleepers, don't hesitate to contact us here for Prices and Free Delivery.

Consider Concrete lintels?

When choosing a Lintel, should I consider a Concrete Lintel?

Concrete lintels may already be in your plans. 

There may also be circumstances when prestressed concrete lintels, in particular, will be a durable alternative to a Steel Lintel.

The Biggest advantage is Cost.

A Concrete Lintel will cost less than a Steel Lintel and still offers High Quality and Strength.

It is essential you have a clear understanding of load bearing values when purchasing a Lintel.

We would advise you to consult with your Builder, Engineer or Architect to ensure a Concrete Lintel will work for your Project.

Wade Building Supplies are proud to have a Team of Lintel Experts with over 25 years of expertise.

We are huge fans of a Timber Deck, So we felt it was essential to bust some of the Decking Myths out there.

So, what are we looking at here? Specifically, Timber Decking, as opposed to Composite Decking.

Not only are we going to Debunk some of the Decking myths floating around the internet, but You will also get some Great Ideas for Natural Timber Decks and how to get the most from them.

Railway Sleepers are sitting pretty in Gardens across the UK.

Why, Because Railway Sleepers are a Great Choice for Landscaping or any Timber Project.

A Railway Sleeper is Cheap, generally easy to handle, and looks Fantastic. 

The two most popular types of Sleeper which you can buy from Suppliers across the UK are New Sleepers or Reclaimed Sleepers.

So, Let's start from the beginning - What is a Lintel?

The Lintel, is commonly Used above Doors Windows and any load-bearing opening used in Buildings.

The Lintel spans the Opening and distributes loads above the walls or masonry on either side of the Opening.

The Use of Lintels in Construction is an ancient process. 

The Post and Lintel System built many ancient historic sites around the world.  

Stone and Timber Lintels would have been Commonly Used back then and was also used as Decorative Pieces.

Stone Lintels and Timber Lintels are still used to this Day, with Craftsman providing the Decoration when required.

Back in the Swinging Sixties, we saw the Steel Lintel join the Party, and Production went to another level with New Innovative Organisations such as Stressline producing Steel Lintels.

Today we have Lintels of all types that are Widely Used throughout Construction in the UK.

There is no excuse for not providing a safe working environment at your construction site. 

Having a Temporary Fencing System using Security Fencing with anti-climb Mesh is a cost-effective solution.

As the UK Construction Industry gets faster and Construction Sites pop up in most UK Towns & Cities, ensuring your Business has a Site Security Plan in place is essential.

Security Fencing is no longer just Temporary Fence Panels.

The Sector has grown and now offers a Range of Innovative products, including Wire Mesh, Anti Climb Products, Fully Packaged Fencing Systems, Galvanised Steel Panels, Traffic Barrier Systems, all Manufactured in the UK for the Construction & Event Market.

Speak to our Temporary Fencing Team if you are currently looking for a fast solution.