Concrete Sleepers Gold Coast: What is That All About?
Terminology can be complicated, more complicated than the function or object it describes. In the case of concrete sleeper retaining walls Gold Coast what we are talking about is nothing more involved than big, heavy slabs of reinforced concrete that perform simple but crucial roles in gardens in GC, this blessed part of Australia.
To those who have never created a garden from scratch – and that’s quite a percentage of the world’s population – it probably seems like a piece of cake. You’ve got a patch of earth, you plant some things in it, maybe put up swings and a slide if you’ve got kids to think about, whack down a few tiles for a barbie area and Bob’s your uncle.
And no, it’s not rocket science, but it requires a bit of thought and planning if you’re going to do it properly. You need concrete sleepers installation on the Gold Coast because these intelligently designed, well-engineered inert, musclebound hunks are not the sort of thing you can pick up from the store on Saturday morning and have your garden sorted by teatime.
As the concrete sleepers suppliers the Gold Coast relies on, we can see your project through from start to finish. Read More
Strange Name, Though
Sleepers? Yes, a bit strange, but they are named after railway sleepers, which is what people used to use to give shape and stability to outdoor areas. Old-fashioned wooden sleepers lay under the railway tracks and didn’t move: that was the whole point. As if they were asleep. They were there to stay put and allow a big, heavy train to pass over the land without incident.
Concrete railway sleepers suppliers have played a key role in transitioning from traditional wooden options to more durable concrete alternatives for modern landscaping needs.
When landscape gardeners were looking for material in big blocks to delineate various areas and keep them apart and stable, someone had the bright idea of using old railway sleepers which were becoming available as modernisation and redundant lines made them surplus to requirements. In the garden, their role was, once again, one of absolute immobility. If someone wanted a herb garden at a convenient height or there was a slope on the property that had to be dealt with, by installing a concrete retaining wall, Gold Coast residents could solve the problem at a stroke.
Wood, though, has its flaws. It is not as tough as people thought. It can crack, warp or split. It can provide months of food for termites as a prelude to invading the house itself.
But what was the alternative? Concrete. Of course. Easy to work with, to shape, to tailor to the project. It can be reinforced with steel to maintain the integrity of even large units. And it doesn’t decay like wood does. Real-Crete is renowned for providing durable and versatile concrete solutions that have become a popular alternative to traditional wooden sleepers. With concrete sleepers, Gold Coast found the answer.
The Ultimate Makeover: Concrete Gets Smartened Up
As mainly concrete sleeper suppliers on the Gold Coast, in addition to in-ground features such as edging for gardens and paths, we deal in retaining walls and also concrete post-and-rail fencing, and in these cases, there is an extra requirement in the area of aesthetics: in other words, they have to look good. Railway sleepers garden edging not only provides a robust border for your garden but also adds a rustic charm that blends seamlessly with natural surroundings. How do you make concrete look like more than just concrete? The answer here is twofold: textures and colours. Not wacky, zany stuff but elegant treatments that give it a woodgrain appearance and can imbue the material with earthy tones that fit perfectly into the natural environs of your patch of nature. Woodgrain concrete sleepers are an excellent choice for those looking to combine the durability of concrete with the natural look of timber in their garden design.
Contact Us and Let’s Work Together
Whatever your project is, large or small, we can help you maximise its potential. Our customer service teams can guide you through the products and the options, solving problems and sometimes pointing out possibilities that customers haven’t yet thought about.
We have two manufacturing plants, one in Kilmore, Victoria and the other, handily for the Gold Coast, in Stapylton, Gold Coast/Brisbane. From there we freight the orders out, and in the order-and-relax spirit of the times, you can get it all arranged from the comfort of your own home. We also have distributors around the place, so there may be one near you, and they can deliver.
As for that vital element we mentioned above, installation, we can do it for you, or we can recommend someone in your neck of the woods. Either way, it will be done for you and your ideal garden can take shape with little effort on your part.
All you have to do is think it through in advance. What are you going to do with this unruly patch? What would look good here, what would be perfect there? How about a play area that is not going to impinge on your lazing there with a sandwich and a glass of wine? Vegetable patch down there for the green-fingered member of the household. Nice central path, smartly edged and keeping everything separate. The master plan is yours. Then you call or email us or fill in the online enquiry form and we’ll get back to you. Read Less
Our Range Of Concrete Sleepers
Structural Retaining Wall Sleepers
Garden Edging Sleepers
Post & Rail Fencing
It’s no secret that the classic Aussie backyard has evolved into much more than just a yard. Today, it serves as a place to entertain, unwind, and has truly become an extension of our living spaces. The idea of transforming it into a personal haven, where you can enjoy daily relaxation, gardening, or simply spending time, is more popular than ever.
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