A raised bed can not only be worked on in a way that is easy on the back, the special construction also keeps snails and other vermin away. With the help of our simple assembly instructions, even inexperienced do-it-yourselfers can easily construct and build a raised bed themselves.
How a raised bed is constructed varies from model to model
A wooden raised bed as a kit
Modular raised bed kits in the plug-in system can be put together very easily without any technical knowledge. The trade has a large number of different sizes and expansion elements tailored to the systems. This allows the bed to be perfectly tailored to your individual needs. Particularly practical: trapezoidal constructions that taper towards the bottom, so that you can work very comfortably on the bed.
The structure
- First sort all the elements of the bed.
- Lay out the base planks according to the assembly instructions.
- Insert the spacers and anchor the next boards.
- On the inside, a potable water-neutral base wall studded membrane made of PE is inserted to protect against moisture and rear ventilation of the floor.
This is not always included in the kit. You should therefore inquire at the time of purchase whether you need additional accessories.
Build a raised bed yourself
Various materials are available for edging the bed:
- Wood: Looks very natural and harmonises wonderfully with the green surroundings.
- Sheet steel: A very sober variant that suits modern gardens.
- Concrete blocks: A brick raised bed is something for eternity. However, this bed sometimes looks a little boring and does not blend in well with the green area.
We opted for a raised bed made of wood with a fairly uncomplicated construction, which even inexperienced do-it-yourselfers can do. For this you need:
| material | Dimensions |
|---|---|
| 4 posts | 70 to 90 centimeters high |
| 2 side walls | 30 centimeters high, length depends on the desired length of the bed. At least 2 centimeters thick. |
| 2 side walls | 30 centimeters high, width depends on the desired width of the bed, at least 2 centimeters thick. |
| 1 base plate | Dimensions correspond to the length and width of the bed. |
| 4 ground impact sleeves | Matched to the dimensions of the posts. |
| wood screws | |
| Screws for the ground sockets | |
| Staple gun with needles | |
| Weed fleece (21.70€) or foundation wall studded membrane made of PE | Amount sufficient to line the entire bed. |
The structure:
- First screw the 4 side walls together to form a box and connect them to the base plate.
- Screw the 4 posts inside the floor.
- Mark the position of the four feet at the desired location and hammer in the ground sockets here.
- Place the frame in the sleeves and screw tight.
- Fasten the weed fleece or foil to the side walls with a staple gun.
And you can fill the raised bed with substrate.
tips
If you like gardening on the terrace or balcony, you can also take advantage of a raised bed here. Simply mount plant troughs on stable feet, which you can add castors to on the underside. A raised bed is ready, which you can also easily transport from one part of the terrace to another. This is not only perfect for vegetables and herbs, but also for sensitive plants that should only be exposed to the blazing sun from time to time.