I'm working on some landscaping in my garden and having raised sleeper beds installed next to my wooden fence. The thing is, the beds are placed directly against the fence without any gap, and I'm concerned that this could lead to rotting over time. The fence is made of wood, and although it has a small gap between the slats, I haven't treated it at all since it was installed by the developer two years ago. I'm also worried about moisture from rain potentially causing problems. Should I bring this up with the installer, even if it might mean dismantling the bed? What can I do to protect the fence without having to start over? The beds are approximately 1 meter deep and can potentially be adjusted. Any advice would be appreciated!
3 Answers
It sounds like your sleeper beds aren't actually touching the fence, which is a good thing! But if you're really concerned, it's definitely worth having a conversation with your installer. Just explain your worries and see if they have solutions without too much hassle. Remember, you're paying for the job, so it's okay to ask for it to be right!
I think it’s perfectly okay as it is! If you do want to be cautious, you could use some kind of barrier or protective layer between the fence and the sleepers to mitigate any moisture issues. But personally, I don't think it's a major concern.
Yeah, I think the setup you have is fine. If you're worried about moisture, maybe you could place a layer of damp-proof membrane between the sleepers and the fence for added protection. But honestly, with how you're describing it, I don't think you’ll have significant problems. Just keep an eye on it!
I get that you don't want to be a pain, but it's your fence at stake! A brief chat could really go a long way.