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Title: Raised Bed Wood
Post by: ManicComposter on December 03, 2008, 20:54:34

Is there any type of wood I should be looking at using for making my raised beds?

I have read that some certain wood types contain a preservative that could be toxic to the soil and the consequently the things growing in the soil.

Ideally I am looking for cheap wood but obviously I dont want to damage my soil.

Can anyone offer any advice on this?

Thanks

Pete

Title: Re: Raised Bed Wood
Post by: betula on December 04, 2008, 13:29:34

I use gravel boards from BQ,not cheap but long lasting. :)

Title: Re: Raised Bed Wood
Post by: Flunky on December 04, 2008, 15:15:41

scaffold boards are great.

Title: Re: Raised Bed Wood
Post by: spinny on December 04, 2008, 19:09:03

If there are any houses being renovated near you, try for some old floor/ceiling joists. A coat of wood preservative and they're ideal.

Spinny

Title: Re: Raised Bed Wood
Post by: manicscousers on December 05, 2008, 15:40:37

we used old pallet wood, :)
pics on our gallery, if it helps :)

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