Green Softwood Incised Treatment Sleepers (L)2400mm x 200 x 100

These green softwood incised sleepers are a practical, hard-wearing option for all kinds of landscaping: building raised beds, putting up retaining walls, edging paths and borders, and general garden construction. Each sleeper is 2400mm long and 200 x 100mm in section, a chunky size that stacks neatly and takes a fixing well.

What sets incised sleepers apart is the treatment. Incising is a process where small cuts or grooves are made into the surface of the timber so it absorbs preservative more effectively. That lets the treatment, Tanalith E in this case, penetrate deeper into the wood, which improves its resistance to rot and decay. The green-treated finish makes these suitable for ground-contact use, where ordinary untreated timber would fail.

Softwood is lighter than hardwood, so these sleepers are easier to lift, cut and shape on site. That makes them a sensible pick whether you’re a homeowner taking on a weekend project or a landscaper working to a deadline. If you’d prefer a brown finish, the same sleeper is available brown-treated.

We deliver across our defined postcode area around Reading. Check your postcode is covered before ordering, or call the yard on 0118 9242888 if you’d like to talk through quantities or sizes.

FAQs

What does “incised” mean on a sleeper?

Incising is where small cuts are made across the timber so preservative soaks in deeper. That helps the treatment protect the wood against rot and decay, so incised sleepers tend to last longer outdoors than non-incised ones of the same timber.

Can these sleepers go in the ground?

Yes. They’re treated with Tanalith E, which makes them suitable for ground-contact use, such as raised beds and retaining walls. Untreated timber isn’t suitable for ground contact, so the treatment is what makes the difference here.

What’s the difference between green and brown sleepers?

It’s mainly the treatment colour. The green-treated finish is the more common, traditional look. Brown-treated gives a darker, more natural appearance. Both are suitable for ground contact. Choose by the look you want for your project.