12 April 2024 / Posted in: Railway Sleeper News
A definite success! A really easy way of providing a solid base for a wooden shed, and also keeping it slightly raised off the ground, away from damp and puddles, not to mention the fact that you now have a solid wooden foundation to screw the shed floor to. Perfect!
https://www.railwaysleepers.com/projects/buildings-using-railway-sleepers/how-to-build-a-really-simple-base-for-a-shed-with-railway-sleepers
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11 April 2024 / Posted in: Railway Sleeper News
A great first project! A really attractive addition to the side of your shed, that looks particulary neat and colourful. Well designed and constructed using these thinner pine railway sleepers, that scarcely impose on the space of your garden.
https://www.railwaysleepers.com/projects/raised-beds-with-railway-sleepers/wills-narrow-raised-bed-from-new-pine-railway-sleepers
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10 April 2024 / Posted in: Railway Sleeper News
These imaginative raised beds are a tribute to the historical railway network in Collie, that contributed so much to the mining industry. The planters are crafted from both railway sleepers and short lengths of steel rail that crisscrossed this old mining town.
https://www.railwaysleepers.com/projects/raised-beds-with-railway-sleepers/unusual-raised-planters-using-both-railway-sleepers-steel-rail
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10 April 2024 / Posted in: Railway Sleeper News
This wooden walkway from old bleached railway sleepers blends perfectly with the sandy shoreline, as it snakes its way towards the sea. A pleasing alternative to characterless concrete.
https://www.railwaysleepers.com/projects/decking-patios-with-railway-sleepers/striking-beach-boardwalk-pathway-with-old-hardwood-railway-sleepers
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10 April 2024 / Posted in: Railway Sleeper News
Nothing like some wiggly squiggly raised beds from new railway sleepers to add an extra dimension to your garden. So simple to build!
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09 April 2024 / Posted in: Railway Sleeper News
A wonderful alternative to the standard tubular steel pole supports that you boringly find almost everywhere. These eye-catching railway sleeper signs have an artistic, unique and quirky feel to them.
https://www.railwaysleepers.com/projects/unusual-usages-of-railway-sleepers/a-distinctive-collection-of-signs-using-old-railway-sleepers
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08 April 2024 / Posted in: Railway Sleeper News
There's something that brings a smile to your face when you see raised beds, sheds or fences that have been painted a vivid blue. These railway sleeper planters are definitely eye-catching, and have a bold 'Let's enjoy life' kind of feel to them, rather than a 'Don't upset the neighbours' approach!
https://www.railwaysleepers.com/projects/raised-beds-with-railway-sleepers/a-touch-of-blue-painted-railway-sleeper-beds-add-a-splash-of-colour
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08 April 2024 / Posted in: Railway Sleeper News
An amazing historical bridge that is supported by a dramatic structure of wooden poles and crisscrossing beams. An inspiring feat of timber engineering that is used by 1000's of lorries and cars everyday to cross the Blackwood River, in Australia.
https://www.railwaysleepers.com/projects/wooden-poles-projects/spectacular-timber-bridge-made-from-huge-wooden-poles
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06 April 2024 / Posted in: Railway Sleeper News
A dramatic bleached railway sleeper wall that is enhanced by the chunky wooden telegraph poles, not to mention the fabulous palm trees! A very impressive feature.
https://www.railwaysleepers.com/projects/retaining-walls-with-railway-sleepers/imposing-retaining-wall-created-with-railway-sleepers-and-telegraph-poles
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05 April 2024 / Posted in: Railway Sleeper News
A gorgeous vineyard setting... a wonderful collection of railway sleeper raised beds... impeccable food and wine... beautiful weather... What's not to be happy about?!
https://www.railwaysleepers.com/projects/raised-beds-with-railway-sleepers/aravina-vineyards-stunning-raised-vegetable-beds-with-new-railway-sleepers
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