Technical Knowledge

Does My Steel Planter Need a Liner? - Best Practice
Do I Need to Line my Planter?  Deciding whether to put a liner in your planter depends on several factors, including the planter's material, the plants you’re growing, and the... Read more...
Does a Garden Wall Need a Concrete Foundation?
Can you build a garden wall without a concrete foundation? Do you need footings for your garden wall? The short answer is yes—a garden wall typically needs a foundation. But... Read more...
What Steel Thickness is Best for my Garden Edging: An Honest Review
How to choose steel thickness for your Garden Edging When it comes to choosing the right steel thickness for garden edging, the ideal choice depends on several factors. Here’s an... Read more...
Problems with Steel Walls for Straight and Curved Edges
Problems with Steel Walls for Straight and Curved Edges: A Guide to Finding the Perfect Solution When it comes to designing raised garden beds or retaining walls with steel edging,... Read more...
Retaining Wall Hydrostatic Pressure: What Drainage Does My Steel Edge Need?
Hydrostatic Pressure for Retaining Walls.  Hydrostatic pressure is a critical factor when installing steel garden edging. It's especially critical  if your system also functions as a retaining wall. Without proper... Read more...
Do I need a railing or balustrade for my garden wall?
Does My Garden Wall Need a Railing or Balustrade? When designing or maintaining a garden wall, many people wonder if they should add a railing at the top. The answer... Read more...
Why Steel Prices Fluctuate and How to Track Them
Why Steel Prices Fluctuate and How to Track Them Steel, the primary material for our steel edging systems, experiences steel price fluctuations due to global economic, industrial, and geopolitical factors.... Read more...
Galvanisation: When is it best to galvanise?
Galvanisation: Why it matters for steel garden retaining walls Is galvanising mild steel necessary?  This article will discuss the factors to consider, particularly those related to external powder-coated garden edging.... Read more...