Raised beds Q&A

Question 1

Phoebe

Is the 1.8 metre liner suitable for a large veg trug

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 2

Bharath

Won't the wood rot or degrade due to daily watering

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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Question 3

Enda

I just received the Deluxe kit. There are no marking on the posts for the brackets. How high up the post should they go and how far from the edge.

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 4

Catherine

I note that you don’t have the galvanised bracket screwed on at present. If I was to do it myself what tools do I need? I only have screwdrivers. I don’t have a drill. Also have you marked the post so I know exactly where the bracket screws sh...

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 5

Helena

Is there a base on the raised beds or just a frame?

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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Question 6

Jean anderson

Hi I am interested in the deluxe raised veg bed kits would you recommend to put a liner in base before adding soil or add soil straight on to ground .

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 7

Marcus Collie

Deluxe 21" raised bed kit has just been delivered - thank you.Where do you recommend the brackets are screwed to the posts ie height of bracket from base & screws central or flange central ??

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 8

Greg Marsh

I am planning to buy one of your 6ft x 4ft x 21" deluxe raised beds. I have done a back-of-the-envelope calculation and think that one of your 1 cubic metre bags of screened topsoil would fill it. Would you agree and would this be suitable for growin...

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 9

Rowena Sloan

Is this product made using Fsc certified timber? Many thanks, Rowena

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 10

Gale Heath

Are the dimensions for the deluxe beds internal or external dimensions please?

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 11

Robert

Do you need power tools to assemble the beds? Can a novice assemble the beds adequately?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 12

Christine

Are the screws that come with the deluxe 21inch raised garden bed, galvanised?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 13

mike

Could I use this kit to make a trapezoid shape instead of a rectangle?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 14

Eileen Groser

I am considering placing the raised bed on paving. Would it be a good idea to line the bottom few inches to keep out slugs? Presumably there is no base to the boxes. What do people do?I’m disappointed that the brackets are no longer fixed.

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 15

Hugh Robinson

Does the raised bed need a liner and if so what do you recommend to use

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 16

Sarah

Hi, I see from the questions below that you anticipated providing beds made from untreated oak at some point. Is this now available?

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 17

Emma

Do you need to hammer this into the ground? Or do you just put together and sit it on the ground?

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 18

Noreen Ramsay

Would these be deep enough to grow rhubarb in?

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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Question 19

Catherine Greene

What are the boards treated with, is it a wood treatment, if so which one? Might be good to keep the same treatment going if going to invest in the 10 year beds. Do you sell untreated boards?

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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Question 20

Julie

I shall soon be purchasing some of your deluxe raised beds. Do you recommend treating the outside of the assembled units with fence paint, to prolong the life?

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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Question 21

James Skinner

Does putting the metal fixings on the inside to 'hide' them rather than outside affect the structural soundness of the beds?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 22

Eithne mulhern

Are they easy to assemble

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 23

Virginia Chipperfield

I'm looking to buy two of the wider size kits to cover two veg beds (not raised beds, ie no wooden boards) and will use pegs to hold them down. I'm wondering (a) how to pull back netting for access to hoe and weed (maybe simpler to lift off the whole fram...

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 24

Julie Lomas

I am starting my first vegetable gardening. I am interested in a 2x Deluxe 21" 6x4 beds. How much soil will it take to fill to maximum depth? 1 tonne for the two beds? I would like to mix with your compost - would I need a bag for each bed?

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 25

Sally

Hi I am planning to put my bed on grass, so should i put a membrance down. I am planning to have a 21 inch bed.Thanks Sally

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 26

Ian

if I got a 6x4 raised bed, how many litres of soil would I need to fill it.

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 27

Dave

I have a 4x4 bed is it possible to get it in this size?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 28

Elizabeth

Hi there, I have an 8x4 raised bed and wish to place a hooped system with mesh over it to deter bugs off brassica veg. As the bed is already in place, what is the best way to do this? I see some examples of systems that are built on pieces of timber that...

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 29

Mrs Scate

hi please can you tell me how long you anticipate the premier raised beds will last versus the deluxe raised beds? Do you suggest they are lined if placed on patio?Thank you.

Asked 10 years ago 1 answer

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Question 30

Philomena

Hi, first time gardener, plan to put on lawn. Is the 11in sufficient depth for carrots, potatoes? Do you supply the soil for the bed? If so, how much do you recommend for the 11in bed.Thank you.

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 31

Susan Russell

Can I buy replacement brackets? Mine have buckled.

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 32

Paula

Could you tell me how much soil would be needed for 6x6 with 22 inch height please?

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 33

Denise

Can you tell me the internal measurement please

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 34

Ira Unell

Question re: 6 X 6 raised bed. Is the inside dimension 6 ft by 6 ft or are the boards 6 feet long? I need to know because of the space I have in mind, which is 74".

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Easy Assemble Raised Beds > Easy To Assemble Raised Vegetable Beds 180cm x 180cm

Question 35

Damien

Hi I mistakenly order just the fixing kit, can I order the tubing seperatly? Thanks Damien

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 36

Eva Clarke

Can you put this directly on Grass?What soil you recommend? We're doing spuds, lettuce, carrots & spring onions.ThanksEva

Asked 8 years ago 0 answers

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Question 37

Cathy Jordan

Is 6ft by 6ft the interior measurement of the bed when assembled or the full length of the planks?

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 38

Margaret Murray

Hi I was just wondering can you fix these to the allotment raised beds you sell or is it just the premier ones . Thanks

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 39

David Williams

Is there a lower version of this (losing the lowest plank perhaps)? Ideally, I'd also like one less deep back to front, say 18" each level, rather than 2')

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 40

Kenneth Sharpe

I know you don't offer made to measure service but would you supply the components to make an 8x4 split level raised bed? Do you foresee any problems with such sizing? And how much would it cost? Thank you.

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 41

Jacqueline Vickers

Hi, I have ordered this as well as a 4ft x 4ft raised bed and some seedlings. Do you recommend that I cover it with something to protect them from wind/rain?Thank you for your help

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 42

John Byrne

Hi, Can I paint my raised bed? I will be lining the inside of it with a weed membrane. Thanks, John

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 43

Daniel Baldwin

Is it possible to reach the back of the top tier from the front of the bottom tier, ie when standing in front of the bottom bed will I be able to reach the back of the top bed. The position I’m planning to put this bed means it won’t be access...

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 44

Eoin Faherty

Hi does the kit come with the studs and washers and screws?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 45

claire

Hi,Im looking for a raised bed to go on top of lawn. I'm already growing raspberries. But would like to start growing cucumbers, courgettes, tomatoes and lettuce. Would the 2 tiered raised bed work for all of theses or would it be better to get 2 separat...

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 46

Maurice Sweeney

Hi I’m thinking of buying some raised beds . I’m going to have to build on a large slab of concrete. Any suggestions?

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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Question 47

Mrs shenton

Do you make beds made to measure

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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Question 48

Hanka

Is the timber certified to be used for organic food crop?

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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Question 49

Matt

We recently purchased one of these and are planning to place it directly into concrete. Is there anything we need to consider from a drainage perspective?Thanks

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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Question 50

John

Hi, do you have any pictures or a video showing how the single liner fits into the split level raised bed? I am guessing I need to cut it so it fits round the posts that hold the higher level???Many thanks

Asked 8 years ago 0 answers

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