Raised beds Q&A

Question 1

alex

bought some brackets and a box of screws, on contemplating the assembly it struck me, you recommend 30mm screws, but the boards are only 20mm thick.am I being daft?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 2

Jane Ferguson

How much compost mix would a bed this size take?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 3

Margaret

we are novices using reconditioned heat treated pallet collars .6 x .8 for raised beds. We don't really want to line - is this safe? How do we get liner to fit only the sides of our 'boxes' of varying depths? Would appreciate any advice.

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 4

Sarah P

I need to be very precise on dimensions because we are fitting panels above the raised bed to create a safe enclosure for a spoilt tortoise. Once erected are the 6x6 kits precisely 6ft x 6ft, or is that the length of the planks so that the true erected di...

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 5

Mary

Is it possible to just buy the 6x2ft bed on its own?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 6

Sylvester Neylon

What is ideal soil preparation for growing vegetables carrotts parnisps in a raised bed 9" high.

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 7

Trung

Hi There, Do you have these post in 26in?Kind Regards,Trung

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 8

Carl Murphy

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 9

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 10

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 11

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?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 12

William

How do they drain

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 13

Margaret

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 14

Anne Marie

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 15

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...

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 16

James Turnbull

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 17

Neil Wardle

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 18

Eithne mulhern

Are they easy to assemble

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 19

jill ensell

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 20

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.

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 21

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 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 22

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 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 23

Sarah

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 24

Cathy Jordan

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 25

Sarah

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 26

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.

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 27

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 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 28

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 29

Ian

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 30

Pat Baldwin

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Liners & Covers > Hoop bed corner bracket

Question 31

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!

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 32

Miles

You don't specify how much polythene is needed for the kit at various sizes. couldd you let me knoww how muchh for the 3x4 as well as the 4x4?

Asked 8 years ago 0 answers

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Question 33

John Gilroy

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 34

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 35

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?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 36

Michael Lawrence

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Asked 8 years ago 0 answers

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Question 37

Mrs. L.Lyonsl

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

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 38

Patriciashort ms

Do you have similar but with a base

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 39

Jack Walton

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

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 40

Rosie

Are the dimensions internal or external? Thank you

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 41

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 ?

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 42

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

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 43

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

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 44

Bob

Hi can you supply the fixing kit separately ?

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 45

Michael Pink

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

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 46

Andy Levitt

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

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 47

leslie

Hi can i buy the kit with out wood

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 48

Tim Kitchen

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

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 49

kieron mc keogh

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

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 50

Bob Connely

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

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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