What Fixings Do I Need for a Raised Garden Bed?
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Choosing the Right Fixings for Your Garden Project
Using the correct fixings is essential for building strong, safe and long-lasting garden structures. Whether you're assembling a raised garden bed, building a pergola or repairing a fence, choosing the right hardware will make the job quicker and provide a better finished result.
Structural Timber Screws
Structural timber screws are ideal for joining sleepers and heavy timber. They provide a strong connection and are quick to install using an impact driver or drill fitted with an 8mm driver bit.
These screws are perfect for:
- Raised garden beds
- Timber sleeper planters
- Pergolas
- Garden furniture
- Landscaping projects
Corner Brackets
Our internal corner brackets provide a strong fixing while remaining hidden inside the raised bed. This gives your project a clean, professional appearance without visible metalwork on the outside.
For a standard raised bed, you'll typically need:
Joining Plates
Joining plates are used to connect two lengths of timber in a straight line, making them ideal for extending sleepers or reinforcing timber joints.
They are perfect for:
- Extending timber sleepers
- Reinforcing joints
- Repairing damaged timber
- Landscaping and construction projects
Sleeper Pins
Sleeper pins provide a quick and effective way to secure timber sleepers to the ground or to one another. Manufactured from heavy-duty steel, they are driven into the ground through pre-drilled holes or fixing points to create a strong, stable fixing.
Sleeper pins are ideal for:
- Retaining walls
- Garden edging
- Raised beds
- Steps and pathways
- Securing stacked sleepers
- General landscaping projects
When used correctly, sleeper pins provide excellent stability while keeping the installation simple and discreet.
Need Help?
If you're unsure which fixings are right for your project, our team is happy to help. Simply get in touch before placing your order and we'll recommend the best products for your build.
You can also explore our Garden Guides for step-by-step tutorials, building advice and inspiration for your next project.