Q: are the planters really railway sleepers 

A: Yes, we purchase what is known as a railway sleeper, pressure treated softwood in standard size 2400mm x 195mm x 95mm.  We can also offer larch sleepers untreated 

Q: How heavy are they and do i need ground anchors 

A: The planters are very heavy, each individual sleeper can weigh at least 40kg, depending on its moisture content. Ground anchors can be used but with multiple sleepers plus soil plus water each plantter can be several hundred kg.

Q: Will weeds come through 

A: Prior to installation we do recommend that you place some suitable landscape fabric down for the planter to sit on

Q: how do the stay together 

A: Our single sleeper height planter will have 8 exterior grade bolts holding it together at the corners.  Taller planters will have the same bolts per corner plus our 25mm dowel system to locate and secure each layer. Bolt holes are also plugged with dowels for aesthetic reasons 

Q: how will I get it

A: All our planters are free to collect and self build with instructions. We also offer a delivery and installation service as an extra