{"product_id":"timber-grain-concrete-sleeper","title":"Timber Grain Concrete Sleeper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTimber Grain Concrete Sleepers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimber Grain concrete sleepers are designed for retaining walls where the warm, rustic appearance of timber is preferred, but the long-term strength and durability of reinforced concrete are required. The timber-look face provides a natural grain-style finish with a traditional outdoor character, making it well suited to residential gardens, rural properties, acreage landscaping, boundary walls, raised garden beds, and retaining walls that need to blend with timber fencing, decking, gravel paths, and native planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike treated pine or hardwood sleepers, Timber Grain concrete sleepers will not rot, warp, split, splinter, or attract termites. Each sleeper is manufactured from sealed, N12 steel reinforced concrete and is 250mm extra high, giving the wall a larger visual face per course compared with standard 200mm high sleepers. This can reduce the number of horizontal courses required and create a stronger, more substantial wall appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Timber Grain concrete sleeper with mixed timber-style face patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Charcoal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 900mm, 1500mm, and 2130mm lengths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250mm extra high sleeper profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReinforcement:\u003c\/strong\u003e N12 steel reinforced as standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sealed finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional upgrades:\u003c\/strong\u003e Custom colours, double-sided pattern, and stronger N16 steel reinforcement available by request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustom order requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 24 sleepers and approximately 4 week production timeframe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel reinforced concrete\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low maintenance, termite resistant, weather resistant, fire resistant, corrosion resistant, and long lasting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineering certified to Australian standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Lengths and Wall Height Suitability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimber Grain concrete sleepers are available in shorter structural lengths than many standard sleeper profiles. This gives installers more flexibility when designing retaining walls for higher loads, clay soils, tight access, and shorter post spacing. In general, shorter sleeper spans can provide stronger retaining wall capacity because the sleeper is supported at closer centres between steel posts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eSleeper Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eTypical Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eWall Height Suitability in Clay Soils\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003ePrice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e900mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eCharcoal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eHigher retaining wall applications where closer post spacing is required for added structural support.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eSuitable for retaining walls up to 3.0m high in clay soils, subject to engineering, post selection, footing design, drainage, and site conditions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e$29.90 inc. GST\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1500mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eCharcoal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eMedium to high retaining walls where structural capacity and manageable installation weight are both important.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eSuitable for retaining walls up to 2.0m high in clay soils, subject to engineering, post selection, footing design, drainage, and site conditions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e$42.55 inc. GST\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2130mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eCharcoal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eLower retaining walls, garden terraces, and longer runs where wider sleeper spacing helps speed up installation.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eSuitable for retaining walls up to 1.4m high in clay soils, subject to engineering, post selection, footing design, drainage, and site conditions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e$63.25 inc. GST\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eCustom colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eProjects requiring a specific colour finish, double-sided face pattern, or stronger N16 reinforcement.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eSubject to engineering, selected length, reinforcement, and site conditions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eFrom $52.90 inc. GST\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 250mm extra high profile is one of the key technical differences of the Timber Grain concrete sleeper. Because each sleeper course is 250mm high, fewer courses may be needed to reach the same finished wall height compared with 200mm high sleepers. For example, a 1.0m wall generally requires four 250mm courses, while a 1.5m wall generally requires six 250mm courses. Final wall design should always allow for embedment, drainage, finished ground levels, post size, soil type, surcharge loads, and engineering requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eN12 steel reinforcement provides internal tensile strength that helps the sleeper resist bending from retained soil pressure. Concrete performs well in compression, while steel reinforcement assists with tensile forces across the sleeper span. This makes reinforced concrete a more dimensionally stable and long-life retaining wall material than timber, especially in wet soil, clay, coastal areas, and exposed landscape applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Timber Grain Concrete Sleepers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural timber look:\u003c\/strong\u003e The timber grain face gives the wall a traditional rustic appearance without the maintenance burden of real timber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e250mm extra high profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larger sleeper height creates a stronger visual face and may reduce the number of sleeper courses needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eN12 steel reinforced:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reinforcement improves bending resistance and structural performance when installed with the correct steel post system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSealed finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sealed surface helps improve appearance and makes the sleeper easier to clean in exposed outdoor areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTermite resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Concrete is impervious to termites and other insects, making it a safer long-term alternative to timber sleepers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill not rot or warp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike timber, concrete will not rot from ground contact, twist out of shape, split, splinter, or break down over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeather resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for long-term exposure to rain, sun, soil moisture, heat, and changing ground conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e No staining, oiling, painting, or regular timber treatment is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFire resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Concrete provides better fire resistance than timber in exposed landscape and boundary wall applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResidential retaining walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRustic garden retaining walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoundary and fence-line retaining walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaised garden beds and terraced landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcreage, rural, and lifestyle property landscaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveway and front yard retaining walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProjects where a timber-look finish is preferred but real timber maintenance is not\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-sided fence and boundary applications by custom request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTimber Grain vs Real Timber Sleepers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimber sleepers are often chosen for their familiar appearance and lower upfront cost, but they are more vulnerable to ground moisture, termites, fungal decay, splitting, and long-term movement. Timber Grain concrete sleepers provide the appearance of timber with the structural advantages of reinforced concrete. They are better suited to permanent retaining wall projects where long service life, low maintenance, and reduced replacement risk are priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTimber Grain vs Smooth Concrete Sleepers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmooth concrete sleepers suit clean, modern, minimalist retaining wall designs. Timber Grain sleepers suit warmer, more natural landscapes where the wall needs to visually connect with timber fencing, decking, garden edging, native plants, and rural-style outdoor areas. Both profiles can provide strong retaining wall performance, but the Timber Grain finish is better where texture and natural character are important parts of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimber Grain concrete sleepers should be installed with compatible galvanised steel retaining wall posts. The correct post type and size depend on wall height, soil type, surcharge loads, footing depth, drainage, and whether the wall is supporting a fence, driveway, structure, or sloping ground above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor low walls in stable, well-drained ground, C-Channel posts may be suitable. For taller walls, reactive clay sites, corners, surcharge loads, or engineer-specified designs, H-Beam posts are generally preferred because they provide higher bending strength and stiffness against lateral earth pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrainage should be treated as a structural requirement. A correct retaining wall drainage system normally includes free-draining gravel behind the wall, geotextile fabric to separate soil from the drainage zone, and slotted agricultural pipe at the base of the wall discharging to a legal outlet. Poor drainage can increase hydrostatic pressure behind the sleepers and may lead to wall movement, leaning, cracking, or structural failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCustom Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom colours, double-sided timber grain patterns, and stronger N16 steel reinforcement are available by request. A double-sided pattern may be suitable for fence-style applications or exposed walls where both sides of the sleeper will be visible. Stronger N16 reinforcement may be considered for engineer-specified projects, higher load conditions, or custom retaining wall requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that custom orders are subject to a minimum order quantity of 24 sleepers and an estimated 4 week production timeframe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePairing with the Right Steel Post\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel post option:\u003c\/strong\u003e For low retaining walls in stable ground, pair Timber Grain concrete sleepers with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/c-channel-pfc-steel-post-for-concrete-sleepers\"\u003eC-Channel PFC Steel Posts for Concrete Sleepers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-duty post option:\u003c\/strong\u003e For walls over 1.0m, reactive clay sites, surcharge loads, corners, or engineer-specified designs, use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/h-beam-steel-post-for-concrete-sleepers\"\u003eH-Beam Steel Posts for Concrete Sleepers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCorner and end post option:\u003c\/strong\u003e For walls that change direction, terminate at an exposed end, or require joins between runs, use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/corner-l-post-joiner-end-post-for-retaining-walls\"\u003eCorner, L-Post, Joiner and End Posts for Retaining Walls\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDrainage and Wall Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protect the wall from water pressure with a complete \u003ca href=\"\/products\/drainage-kit-for-retaining-walls\"\u003eDrainage Kit for Retaining Walls\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric layer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Separate soil from the drainage zone using \u003ca href=\"\/products\/geotextile-fabric-wall-liner-for-retaining-walls\"\u003eGeotextile Fabric and Wall Liner for Retaining Walls\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuides and Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish comparison guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/charcoal-vs-woodgrain-vs-smooth-concrete-sleepers\"\u003eCharcoal vs Woodgrain vs Smooth Concrete Sleepers\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-build-concrete-sleeper-retaining-wall\"\u003eHow to Build a Concrete Sleeper Retaining Wall\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost selection guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-choose-retaining-wall-post-c-channel-vs-h-beam\"\u003eHow to Choose the Right Retaining Wall Post: C-Channel vs H-Beam\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/retaining-wall-drainage-guide\"\u003eRetaining Wall Drainage Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial comparison guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/concrete-sleepers-vs-timber-sleepers\"\u003eConcrete Sleepers vs Timber Sleepers\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelated sleeper finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/woodgrain-concrete-sleeper-2000x200x75mm\"\u003eWoodgrain Concrete Sleeper 2000x200x75mm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelated sleeper finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ashwood-concrete-sleepers\"\u003eAshwood Concrete Sleepers\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel post option:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/c-channel-pfc-steel-post-for-concrete-sleepers\"\u003eC-Channel PFC Steel Post for Concrete Sleepers\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-duty steel post option:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/h-beam-steel-post-for-concrete-sleepers\"\u003eH-Beam Steel Post for Concrete Sleepers\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorner and end post option:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/corner-l-post-joiner-end-post-for-retaining-walls\"\u003eCorner, L-Post, Joiner and End Posts for Retaining Walls\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage product:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/drainage-kit-for-retaining-walls\"\u003eDrainage Kit for Retaining Walls\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFabric and wall protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/geotextile-fabric-wall-liner-for-retaining-walls\"\u003eGeotextile Fabric and Wall Liner for Retaining Walls\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDelivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimber Grain concrete sleepers are available in 900mm, 1500mm, and 2130mm lengths in standard Charcoal, with custom colours available by request. Delivery is available across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Gold Coast, and regional Australia. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/book-a-quote\"\u003eGet a free quote\u003c\/a\u003e for your retaining wall project.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Retaining Wall Store","offers":[{"title":"Charcoal \/ 900mm","offer_id":52279447945496,"sku":null,"price":29.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Charcoal \/ 1500mm","offer_id":52279447978264,"sku":null,"price":42.55,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Charcoal \/ 2130mm","offer_id":52279448011032,"sku":null,"price":63.25,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Custom \/ 900mm","offer_id":52279448109336,"sku":null,"price":52.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Custom \/ 1500mm","offer_id":52279448142104,"sku":null,"price":65.55,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Custom \/ 2130mm","offer_id":52279448174872,"sku":null,"price":86.25,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0952\/5595\/3688\/files\/woodgraincharcoalconcretesleeper2.jpg?v=1781499250","url":"https:\/\/www.retainingwallsdirect.com.au\/products\/timber-grain-concrete-sleeper","provider":"Retaining Walls Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}