• What is the width of the blocks?

  Each block has a width of 75mm (7.5cm). From top to bottom each block is 100mm (10cm). Please note: All WoodBlocX capping is 50mm (5cm) in height. There are 5 different length sizes of WoodBlocX - the combination of blocks that you need to build your design will be worked out automatically forPopular

• Do your products work on uneven surfaces?

  We recommend levelling bumps and lumps out before you build your WoodBlocX structure - it is extremely important that you build on a level and flat surface. If you have a sloping garden our system is ideal to create terraces. Use our Free Design Service for this to ensure you get exactly what you need for your garPopular

• What maintenance do I need to carry out on my WoodBlocX structure?

  None at all - if after many years you want to freshen your WoodBlocX structure, you can pressure wash the BlocX to remove any green staining. For more information about the ageing process of WoodBlocX - read this blog post.Popular

• What are the length sizes of the blocks?

  There are 5 different length sizes of standard WoodBlocX WoodBlocX 2 is L 150mm (15cm) x W 75mm (7.5cm) x H 100mm (10cm) WoodBlocX 3 is L 225mm (22.5cm) x W 75mm (7.5cm) x H 100mm (10cm) WoodBlocX 4 is L 300mm (30cm) x W 75mm (7.5cm) x H 100mm (10cm) ** WoodBlocX 5** is L 375mm (37.5cm) x W 75mm (7.5cm) x H 100mm (10cm) ** WoodBlocX 10** is L 75Popular

• Is WoodBlocX wood treated?

  WoodBlocX timber is pressure-treated with a water-based preservative (Wolmanit CX). Our timber is dried in a vacuum and then pressurised to 300 psi. If you cut a piece of WoodBlocX in half you will find that the preservative has penetrated virtually 100% of the sapwood. This makes our structures durable and long-lasting for up to 15 years! WoodBlocX does not require any annual maintenance or extra surface treatments. To maximise the lifespan of your WoodBlocX structure, we recommend [Popular

• Can I paint WoodBlocX?

  You can paint WoodBlocX structures with any exterior water-based wood paint. We recommend brands such as Cuprinol, Ronseal or Little Greene. Once built, please allow your WoodBlocX structure to dry out for a few weeks before painting. Please DO NOT varnish WoodBlocX. WoodBlocX is treated with Wolmanit wood preservative.Some readers

• What are your guidelines for ensuring structures last for 15 years?

  Install a liner to protect the BlocX up to the soil level - you should use a DPM liner (damp proof membrane) to** protect the inside of your structure where soil is in contact with WoodBlocX**. Learn more about lining methods. For the structures to be placed in an area of your garden that gets sunlight If building directly on soilSome readers

• What timber/wood is used to make WoodBlocX?

  We use only locally sourced Scottish Pine to make WoodBlocX. All of our timber is sustainably sourced and rough sawn. WoodBlocX timber is pressure-treated with a water-based preservative (Wolmanit CX) to make it durable and long-lasting in your garden. We only use slow-grown pine and do notSome readers

• How do WoodBlocX structures stay upright if they require no foundations?

  WoodBlocX structures use a combination of strong plastic dowels, interlocking wooden bricks and buttress supports to create superior strength. When built on stable ground, each dowel joint will withstand up to 0.9 tonnes of shear force (calculated in our tests). This means that minor ground movements will not affect the structure and massive rigidFew readers

• Why is my WoodBlocX timber green/damp?

  Your WoodBlocX timber may be damp with a green patina on arrival - this is completely normal and is due to our wood treatment process. The colour will transform and the BlocX will dry out within a couple of weeks after being exposed to sunlight and fresh air! ![WoodBlocX will transform after seeing sunlight!](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/99e85b04Few readers

• How long does a WoodBlocX structure last?

  WoodBlocX is pressure treated with Wolmanit CX, a water-based preservative which fixes in the cells of the timber when it dries - this means that WoodBlocX structures should last for 15 years and possibly longer when our simple installation guidelines are followed! We do always recommend using a liner and a [good quality soil](/en/Few readers

• If WoodBlocX structures do not need foundations then why do they not fall over?

  WoodBlocX structures do not require traditional foundations due to their unique layer by layer design, heavy duty ground fixings and clever interlocking dowels. Furthermore, most WoodBlocX structures (over 1.5m in length and taller than 0.25m) also include supporting buttresses which act as cantilevers under the weight of the soil and prevent bowing - providing even more strengthFew readers

• What are your dowels made from?

  Our dowels are made from strong recycled plastic and have been rigorously tested to ensure they can withstand pressure and tension.Few readers

• What are angle corner plates and ground spikes made from?

  Both our angle corner plates and ground spikes are made from high-quality galvanised steel. Ground spikes are 400mm (40cm) in length Angle corner plates are 1mm thick.Few readers

• What is the height of the blocks?

  From top to bottom each block is 100mm (10cm) in height. Each block has a width of 75mm (7.5cm). Please note: All WoodBlocX capping is 50mm (5cm) in height. There are 5 different length sizes of WoodBlocX - the combination of blocks that you need to build your design will be workeFew readers

• Should I varnish WoodBlocX?

  Please don't varnish WoodBlocX! Water will get under the varnish and turn it black within a year. Unless you want to treat it like a boat and varnish it every year! You can paint WoodBlocX with any good-quality water-based exterior wood paint if you want it coloured, or just leave it natural (make sure your WoodBlocX structure has had time to dry out before painting). The naturally golden colour will last for several years before fading to a grey. You can always paint it later when this occurFew readers

• What is the ageing process of WoodBlocX?

  WoodBlocX structures start life golden brown, overtime they fade to a lovely silvery/grey colour. This ageing process does not affect the quality of the wood. To learn more about this process / see customer photos - read this blog post.Few readers

• Why don't you sell WoodBlocX in different colours?

  There would be too many varieties to stock! It is easier to paint it after it has been built (please allow a few weeks for the timber to dry out before doing this).Few readers

• Can I build WoodBlocX directly on a concrete base?

  Yes you can! We provide angle floor brackets when fixing WoodBlocX to hard surfaces such as concrete, tarmac or paving. Please select 'Hard ground' when purchasing your kit through our website.Few readers

• What wood is used to make WoodBlocX and where does it come from?

  WoodBlocX is made from Scottish or Latvian pine. Pine is strong and very durable when pressure treated, and it tends not to warp so much when it dries.Few readers

• What are your products made from?

  We use pressure treated Scots pine which is pre-drilled so the treatment penetrates almost 100% of the wood. Our dowels are made from recycled plastic. Kits also include ground fixings: angle floor brackets or ground spikes which are made from galvanised steel. Our raised bed liner is made from recycled plastic.Few readers

• How to work out the internal measurements of your WoodBlocX

  To work out the internal size, you’ll need to reduce your measurements by the thickness of the wood and the height of your capping layer. For length - remove 15cm (0.15m) For width - remove 15cm (0.15m) For height - remove 5cm (0.05m) ||| For example; a rectangular raised bed shown on our website at 1.95m length x 0.75m width x 0.55m height has an internal size of 1.8m x 0.6m x 0.50m. Contact our team if you need any support with this.Few readers

• Why does my WoodBlocX structure not look like the pictures shown on the website?

  Many of the photos shown across our website have been taken several months after building WoodBlocX - this is when our structures are looking their best and the greenish discoloration has faded to reveal the natural golden-pine colour. Due to our wood treatment process, your WoodBlocX may arrive with a greenish discoloration - this is completely normal and will fade once the blocks are exposed to UV rays from sunlight. Across our website we show a varied mix of real-life project pictures toFew readers

• Can I order a free sample of WoodBlocX?

  For some special projects, we are happy to send a free sample of WoodBlocX. Please contact us for more information. If you want to try building WoodBlocX before investing in a larger project, why not buy one of our pre-designed kits found on our website.Few readers

• Are the measurements shown on the website internal or external?

  The measurements shown on our website are EXTERNAL. To work out the internal size, please remove 15cm (0.15m) from your selected length and width. You’ll also need to remove 5cm (0.05cm) from the height too (unless you are filling right to the top!)Few readers

• My WoodBlocX raised bed has rot - what shall I do?

  Please take some photos of your WoodBlocX and send them to our team, in most cases we can send replacement parts to get your structure back to beautiful. Unfortunately, there are cases of rot we do not guarantee against. For more information about this, please contact us.Few readers