Raised beds Q&A

Question 1

Carl Murphy

Do you need to line the inside of the raised beds with plastic material?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 2

Oonagh

Hi Andrew. The raised beds I am building is 245cm long, 57cm wide, 55cm high. What would the lining cost for this? Do you cut the lining a little bigger? How much soil do I need? How much would that cost? Do you have a delivery charge? Many thanks

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 3

jo

How much compost please, would it take to fill one of youra) 4' x 4' bed?b) 6' x 4' bed?c) are your prices for an easily-installed, on top of grass bed?totally ready to grow in, once compost filled in

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 4

Oonagh Meighan

I am building a raised vegetable bed from old wardrobe doors. It will be 7.5ft x 3.5ft.would you have a liner to fit that?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Liners & Covers > Liners for Allotment, Premier and Deluxe Raised Beds

Question 5

Margaret

What size polythene should I order to cover this polytunnel? Thanks,

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

Mini Polytunnel complete frame kit- wood, kit and tubes.

Question 6

William

How do they drain

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 7

Anne Marie

Can you just fill it with compost from B&Q or do you need top soil in it?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 8

Paul

What is the best base for these types of bed? I have an area with a concrete floor that I would like to put these on but am concerned that pooling water would damage the wood over time. Could they be placed on to something to keep them out of contact with...

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 9

James Turnbull

Do you do this in a 8 X 4 foot version?If so how much would it be?Thanks

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 10

Neil Wardle

what's the difference between your premier range and your deluxe range?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 11

Eithne mulhern

Are they easy to assemble

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 12

jill ensell

Do they need "spikes" to fix them in the ground?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 13

Mrs Jan Fox

How do you treat the wood; is it safe for growing veg ?I've heard that one should use untreated wood to avoid chemical contamination.

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 14

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 .

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 15

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?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 16

Cathy Jordan

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

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 17

Sarah

How deep is the growing area on this planter? Thank you.

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 18

Sarah

Andrew,Am I correct in assuming the liner is porous to enable any excess water to drain? I need to know because it has bearing upon where I put the bed. Thank you for answering my questions.

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 19

Sarah

How deep is the deepest part? Also, is it watertight or does it drain from between the boards? Thank you.

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 20

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

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 21

Peter Quirk

Please can you advise the overall footprint size of this the 2 tier L shaped I am looking for a bed 1.8x1.8m

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > 2 Tier Corner Raised Bed

Question 22

Ian

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

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 23

Pat Baldwin

What size screws are needed for the corner bracket, as none came with my order?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 24

Stella

Can you tell me if the wood is pressure treated please? I know you say 'stained', but that's more to do with the colour than the anti-rot treatment!

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 25

John Gilroy

What is the max diameter hoop that the bracket will accommodate?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 26

Aurelie Sexon

Hi,Is the wood treated with something approved by soil association? Otherwise what is the best liner material not to have the food contaminated with chemicals please?Also how much can we expect to plant in this planter please?Many thanks

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 27

Denise

Hi, I'm interested in the 6ftx3ft premier raised bed. 21inch high. I note you say that it's ok to grow veg in this on a concrete base. Would this also be deep enough for potatoes? Or would I need to remove the flags beneath?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 28

Mrs. L.Lyonsl

Is there a liner for this product also please let me know the cost?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 29

Patriciashort ms

Do you have similar but with a base

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 30

Jack Walton

What size of Enviromesh would be needed to cover a 6' x 4' ?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 31

Rosie

Are the dimensions internal or external? Thank you

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 32

Mrs Carol Drury

On your response to my question on how to fit the liner to my 21" raised bed, you say it should not be in two pieces but the liner I have received from you is in two pieces. Am I to understand that it should not be ?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Liners & Covers > Liners for Allotment, Premier and Deluxe Raised Beds

Question 33

Mrs Carol Drury

I have a 21 inch raised bed and have just received the linerIt appears to be in two pieces could you pleased give me some guidance on how to fit the liner

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Liners & Covers > Liners for Allotment, Premier and Deluxe Raised Beds

Question 34

Natalie

Hi, do these raised beds need any type of liner? If I get a 21" high bed and have it on a concrete base, will it hold enough soil to grow vegetables? Many thanks

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Premier 53cm FSC Timber Raised Garden Beds

Question 35

Bob

Hi can you supply the fixing kit separately ?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

Mini Polytunnel complete frame kit- wood, kit and tubes.

Question 36

Michael Pink

Are you able to supply larger sizes, I'm looking for a 4ft x 8ft raised bed?Many thanks

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 37

Andy Levitt

How frequently will the planter need to be treated..?ThanksAndy Levitt

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 38

leslie

Hi can i buy the kit with out wood

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 39

Tim Kitchen

Hi, What size screws will I need to use these with 1.25" thick boards and 3" posts? Thanks

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 40

kieron mc keogh

Do you have a video of how to make the polytunnel ? (not a mesh tunnel)

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 41

Bob Connely

howor a 6by3 by 9f much topsoil/compost in litres do i needhow much compost do I need to fill in litres

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Allotment Beds > Timber Raised Bed Kit - 22.5cm High Allotment Planter

Question 42

Richard Smyth

What size does it come in

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

Mini Tunnel Enviromesh

Question 43

Catherine

How big is this mesh? Will it fit a 6f x 4t frame?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

Mini Tunnel Enviromesh

Question 44

graham

Do the 6' long boxes come with a centre span to prevent the timber spreading?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 45

graham

Hi, Do these come with, or do you recommend a liner of some sort to protect the wood?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Premier 35cm FSC Timber Raised Garden Beds

Question 46

Patel

Is it treated wood and sustainable against rotten issue?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 47

Terry Woollard

Are the boards pre-drilled ?? I want 3 of the 6x4ft beds.

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Allotment Beds > Timber Raised Bed Kit - 22.5cm High Allotment Planter

Question 48

Tina

Hi, does the soil have to be changed every year? Thank you

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 49

Garry McMahon

What are the dimensions (LxWxD) of the individual compartments?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 50

Fiona McHallem

Hi What is the timber treated with? How environmentally safe is it and how safe is it fir food growing?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Premier 22.5cm FSC Timber Raised Garden Beds

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