Does this sound like your garden?
You want a garden for the family: grass to play on, somewhere to sit and beds to grow things, without timber decking that gets slippery and rots.
The job
A family garden with raised beds built from timber sleepers, a wood-effect porcelain patio and a new lawn.
What we did
- Built raised beds from timber sleepers
- Laid a wood-effect porcelain patio and path
- Laid new turf
- Filled and planted the beds
Photos of this job
Want to know more? Read our guide: Porcelain vs sandstone patio: cost, slip and maintenance compared
Questions people ask
Is wood-effect porcelain better than decking?
It looks similar but does not rot, splinter or need oiling, and it is easier to clean.
How long do timber sleeper beds last?
Pressure-treated sleepers usually last many years, longer with a liner on the inside against the soil.
Can you fill and plant the beds?
Yes, with good topsoil and plants or ready for you to grow your own vegetables.
Karol Antolak
Owner of A.K. Gardening Specialist in Northolt. Looking after gardens across West London since 2006. Fully insured, DBS checked.
