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Sizes & Specifications

New sleepers are available in a range of sizes to suit different projects, from compact half-lengths up to full standard sleepers:

  1. Standard half length: 1.2m (200x100mm)
  2. Standard sleeper: 2.4m (195x95mm or 200x100mm)
  3. Extra large half: 1.3m (250x125mm)
  4. Extra large: 2.6m
  5. Slim sleepers: 2.6m (250x62mm)
  6. Oak sleepers: 2.4m (200x100mm), available in character oak and French oak

If you need a length that isn’t listed, our sleeper cutting service can cut sleepers to your exact specification.

What Can New Sleepers Be Used For?

New sleepers suit any project where a clean, uniform finish matters: raised beds and vegetable planters, garden edging and borders, retaining walls, steps, and outdoor seating or furniture.

Because they’re a consistent width and thickness throughout, they’re particularly well suited to builds where pieces need to line up precisely, such as stacked retaining walls or symmetrical raised beds.

Why Choose New Sleepers?

✔️ Consistent dimensions, ideal for precision builds and uniform structures
✔️ Tanalised treatment for long-term protection against rot
✔️ No prior chemical treatment history, a safer choice for family gardens and edible planting
✔️ Wide range of sizes, from compact half-lengths to full 2.4m sleepers
✔️ Oak options available for a richer grain and added durability
✔️ Sleeper cutting service available if you need a custom length

New Sleepers vs Reclaimed Sleepers

If you’d prefer the weathered, rustic character of genuine ex-railway timber instead, take a look at our reclaimed railway sleepers range.

Common FAQs

Q: Are new sleepers safe for vegetable beds?
A: Yes. Our new sleepers are tanalised rather than creosote-treated, making them a suitable, low-risk choice for raised vegetable beds and edible planting.

Q: What sizes do new sleepers come in?
A: We stock standard, large, and half-length new sleepers, in sizes from 1.2m up to 2.4m, including oak and softwood options.

Q: Do you offer a cutting service for new sleepers?
A: Yes. Our sleeper cutting service lets you get the exact length you need without any tools or hassle, select it from the product listings or contact us to discuss your requirements.

Q: What’s the difference between standard and extra large new sleepers?
A: Standard sleepers measure around 195-200mm x 95-100mm, while extra large sleepers are a chunkier 250mm x 125mm, better suited to larger structures or where extra strength and stability are needed.

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