1.2m Green Treated Garden Sleeper 200 x 100mm

The service life of treated timber depends on its installation, moisture exposure, drainage, ground contact and preservative treatment specification. Inspect sleepers regularly for signs of deterioration and follow the manufacturer's guidance for cleaning and maintenance.

A specific lifespan cannot be guaranteed for every application. Timber installed in damp conditions or in contact with the ground may deteriorate differently from timber used above ground.

Yes. Sleepers can be cut to the required length using suitable woodworking equipment. Use appropriate personal protective equipment, control sawdust and follow the tool manufacturer's safety instructions.

Apply a compatible end-grain timber preservative to freshly cut surfaces, following the treatment manufacturer's instructions. Take care when handling treated timber and dispose of offcuts in accordance with local requirements.

These sleepers are brown pressure-treated softwood intended for external applications. Suitability for permanent ground contact, retaining walls or other demanding uses depends on the preservative treatment specification and the conditions in which the timber will be installed.

Check the treatment details before using the sleepers in applications involving prolonged ground contact.

Each sleeper is nominally 1200mm long, 100mm wide and 200mm deep. The stated dimensional tolerance is ±10mm, so allow for potential size variation when planning your project.

Timber sleepers can form part of a garden retaining wall, but the design must account for retained soil, wall height, ground conditions, water pressure, drainage and the method of securing the structure.

Obtain suitable design advice for retaining walls subject to significant loads or where structural stability is critical. Confirm that the sleeper's treatment is suitable for the intended ground-contact conditions.

Pressure treatment introduces wood preservative into timber to help protect it against biological deterioration. The brown colour is associated with the treatment or colouring process. The level of protection depends on the treatment specification and intended use.