Those narrow Victorian gardens in Battersea deserve better than rotting railway sleepers. Modern timber solutions bring structure to even the trickiest SW11 plots - without the splinters.
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Battersea's mix of period properties and new builds creates unique landscaping challenges. Steep slopes near the Thames, compact courtyards behind converted mansion blocks, awkward corners in terrace gardens - timber sleepers solve problems concrete can't touch. Local installers understand how SW11's clay soil shifts through seasons, choosing treatments that last.
Pressure-treated softwood handles Battersea's damp winters brilliantly. Oak sleepers age gracefully against red brick Victorian facades. Installation depth varies - shallow for raised beds protecting original tiles, deeper for retaining walls supporting those sloping gardens towards Nine Elms. Each timber gets hand-selected, checking grain patterns suit their final position.
Twenty years fitting sleepers across SW11 teaches you things. Which suppliers stock sizes perfect for Clapham Junction's narrow access paths. How Chelsea's landscaping trends filter through to Battersea gardens next season.
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Budget £45-85 per linear metre installed. Softwood starts lower, hardwood oak pushes higher. Access through typical SW11 terraced passages adds 10-15% labour time.
Absolutely - from Battersea Park's grand squares to new riverside developments. Regular work throughout Nine Elms, up to Clapham Junction station, across to Chelsea Bridge.
Timber arrives within 5-7 days usually. Small garden walls take 2-3 days fitting. Larger terracing projects might stretch to a week, weather permitting.
Each installation carries decade-long coverage against rot and structural failure. Includes annual checks first two years - catching any settlement issues early in Battersea's shifty clay.
Perfect solution for SW11's hillside plots. Sleepers create natural-looking terraced steps, much warmer than stone. Anti-slip grooves cut for safety, especially useful during autumn leaf-fall.
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