{"title":"Composite Sleepers","description":"\u003cp\u003eComposite sleepers give you the same post and panel wall as concrete, at a weight one person can actually handle. They resist warping, rotting and termites with minimal upkeep, which makes them a strong pick for backyard and boundary walls on tight blocks where a crane truck cannot get close.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComposite sleeper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1980 x 200 x 60mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eabout 4.4kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComposite sleeper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2380 x 200 x 60mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eabout 5.3kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComposite plinth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2400 x 200 x 50mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eabout 4.4kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor comparison, a 2380mm concrete sleeper is about 87kg. That difference is the whole argument for composite: no crane truck to the back fence, no sleeper grab, no second person on every lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere composite is the right call\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo machine access.\u003c\/strong\u003e Side passages, courtyards, terraced blocks, anywhere the material has to be carried in by hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWalls up to 1m.\u003c\/strong\u003e That is the rating. Above it you are generally into engineered territory and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/steel-posts\"\u003egalvanised steel posts\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnder a Colorbond fence.\u003c\/strong\u003e The composite plinth fills the gap between the bottom of the fence and sloping ground, so soil and mulch stop washing through. It is one of the most common things we sell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting on site.\u003c\/strong\u003e Composite cuts with a standard wood blade, no wet saw and no silica dust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat goes with them\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair them with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/composite-posts\"\u003ecomposite posts\u003c\/a\u003e for walls up to 1m, or galvanised steel posts where the design calls for it. Finish the top with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/composite-capping\"\u003ecomposite capping\u003c\/a\u003e, which suits 100mm wide posts, and use the composite support as a footing under the bottom sleeper for stability while you build. Pack each course out with the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wedges\"\u003ecomposite sleeper wedges\u003c\/a\u003e, which are sized for the 60mm thickness and are not interchangeable with the concrete ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePost centres follow the sleeper: 2000mm for the 1980, 2400mm for the 2380, plus 10mm each if a fence is going on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eComposite or concrete\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eConcrete is stronger, cheaper per metre on long runs, and the right answer for anything structural or tall. Composite wins on handling, access and maintenance. The \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/composite-sleepers-vs-concrete-sleepers\"\u003efull comparison\u003c\/a\u003e works through it honestly, and the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/a\u003e covers the trade-offs. We supply both, so we have no reason to steer you either way. Ring us and we will tell you which suits your site.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"composite-sleeper-2380mm","title":"Composite Sleeper 2380mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2380mm Composite Sleeper is the longer of our two composite lengths and the one most walls are built from, because fewer posts and fewer pier holes across the same run works out cheaper and faster than the shorter sleeper. It resists warping, rotting and termites, needs no staining or sealing, and at 5.3kg one person can carry and place it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Composite over Concrete?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetter deflection and bow rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver 90% lighter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignificantly easier to install and alter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLess chance of damaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimal difference in the wall design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuited for walls up to 1m in height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.3 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmooth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2380mm x 200mm x 60mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePost centres\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2400mm, or 2410mm with a fence on top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair it with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/composite-posts\"\u003ecomposite posts\u003c\/a\u003e for walls up to 1m, or galvanised \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/steel-posts\"\u003esteel posts\u003c\/a\u003e where the design calls for it, and pack each course out with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/composite-sleeper-non-perishable-wedges\"\u003ecomposite sleeper wedges\u003c\/a\u003e. Composite cuts with a standard wood blade, so there is no wet saw and no silica dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilding courses that get buried?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmetic \u003ca href=\"\/products\/composite-sleeper-seconds\"\u003ecomposite sleeper seconds\u003c\/a\u003e are the same product with surface scuffs, minor edge damage or colour variation, at a reduced price. Plenty of builders run seconds on the lower courses that end up below ground or behind a garden bed, then full price sleepers on the top course people actually see. Everything in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/seconds-clearance\"\u003eseconds and clearance\u003c\/a\u003e range is sold as seen, so ask us for photos of current stock first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eInstallation\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eHYBUILT have partnered with only the most experienced installers across South East Queensland and Northern NSW, offering a complete design \u0026amp; construct solution through competitive pricing and innovation. Enquire with our team to book your next project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposite is light enough for one person to place, so work along the wall a sleeper at a time, checking level as you go rather than stacking a whole course and correcting it after. Our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/installing-concrete-sleepers\"\u003esleeper installation guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers the sequence and it applies the same way to composite.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDelivery Notes\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepending on the order size HYBUILT can usually deliver your materials within 2-3 business days after order confirmation. To efficiently carry out these duties HYBUILT operates an entire fleet of crane trucks in a variety of sizes to suit both load size and\/or potential access constraints. Please note that there is delivery charges involved and this will depend on load size, distance and potential access constraints. We deliver to Brisbane, Gold Coast, Ipswich, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba and Northern NSW\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuestions about your project? See our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\"\u003einstallation guides\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/request-quote\"\u003erequest a quote\u003c\/a\u003e, or call \u003ca href=\"tel:0737160191\"\u003e(07) 3716 0191\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HYBUILT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53937763483759,"sku":"XS-2380","price":46.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/7295\/5759\/files\/composite-sleepers.png?v=1785839391"},{"product_id":"composite-sleeper-1980mm","title":"Composite Sleeper 1980mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 1980mm Composite Sleeper is the shorter of our two composite lengths, which makes it the easier one to handle on a tight site and the one to pick when the wall line is awkward or the last bay is short. It resists warping, rotting and termites with minimal upkeep, and needs no staining or sealing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Composite over Concrete?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetter deflection and bow rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver 90% lighter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignificantly easier to install and alter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLess chance of damaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimal difference in the wall design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuited for walls up to 1m in height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.4 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmooth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1980mm x 200mm x 60mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePost centres\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2000mm, or 2010mm with a fence on top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA shorter sleeper means more posts and more pier holes across the same wall length, so the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/composite-sleeper-2380mm\"\u003e2380mm sleeper\u003c\/a\u003e usually works out cheaper on a long straight run. Pair either with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/composite-posts\"\u003ecomposite posts\u003c\/a\u003e for walls up to 1m, or galvanised \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/steel-posts\"\u003esteel posts\u003c\/a\u003e where the design calls for it, and pack each course out with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/composite-sleeper-non-perishable-wedges\"\u003ecomposite sleeper wedges\u003c\/a\u003e. Composite cuts with a standard wood blade, so there is no wet saw and no silica dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilding courses that get buried?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmetic \u003ca href=\"\/products\/composite-sleeper-seconds\"\u003ecomposite sleeper seconds\u003c\/a\u003e are the same product with surface scuffs, minor edge damage or colour variation, at a reduced price. Plenty of builders run seconds on the lower courses that end up below ground or behind a garden bed, then full price sleepers on the top course people actually see. Everything in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/seconds-clearance\"\u003eseconds and clearance\u003c\/a\u003e range is sold as seen, so ask us for photos of current stock first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eInstallation\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eHYBUILT have partnered with only the most experienced installers across South East Queensland and Northern NSW, offering a complete design \u0026amp; construct solution through competitive pricing and innovation. Enquire with our team to book your next project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposite is light enough for one person to place, so work along the wall a sleeper at a time, checking level as you go rather than stacking a whole course and correcting it after. Our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/installing-concrete-sleepers\"\u003esleeper installation guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers the sequence and it applies the same way to composite.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDelivery Notes\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepending on the order size HYBUILT can usually deliver your materials within 2-3 business days after order confirmation. To efficiently carry out these duties HYBUILT operates an entire fleet of crane trucks in a variety of sizes to suit both load size and\/or potential access constraints. Please note that there is delivery charges involved and this will depend on load size, distance and potential access constraints. We deliver to Brisbane, Gold Coast, Ipswich, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba and Northern NSW\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuestions about your project? See our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\"\u003einstallation guides\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/request-quote\"\u003erequest a quote\u003c\/a\u003e, or call \u003ca href=\"tel:0737160191\"\u003e(07) 3716 0191\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HYBUILT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53937764073583,"sku":"XS-1980","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/7295\/5759\/files\/composite-sleepers_d06863a3-78ff-48db-b0c9-4daa7a23aefc.png?v=1785839397"},{"product_id":"composite-plinths","title":"Composite Plinths","description":"\u003cp\u003eDurable. Versatile. Built for Aussie Conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a landscaping pro, a builder, or a hands-on DIYer, HYBUILT Composite Plinths deliver unmatched performance and a sleek finish for fencing and garden projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with Colorbond Fences \u0026amp; More:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easily install beneath Colorbond fences using standard posts as supports. Works with other fence types too.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt to Last, 30+ Years:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outperforms timber and concrete sleepers with exceptional longevity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRust \u0026amp; Rot Proof:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made from composite materials that resist moisture, decay, and corrosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean lines and modern texture elevate any fence or garden edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to Cut \u0026amp; Modify:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shape on-site using standard wood-cutting blades, no special tools needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for Sloping Ground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Level uneven terrain and boost privacy with a raised, tidy finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStackable Strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong enough for small non-structural retaining walls and garden edging, a smart alternative to traditional sleepers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeed Barrier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blocks grass and weeds from creeping under fences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Height Flexibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-designed to be halved for a 100mm profile without compromising structural integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Composite over Concrete?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetter deflection and bow rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver 90% lighter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignificantly easier to install and alter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLess chance of damaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimal difference in the wall design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuited for walls up to 1m in height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComposite (Fiberglass blend)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeight Options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200mm (can be cut into 100mm halves)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish and Colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmooth and Light Grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse Cases\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFence bases, garden edging, small retaining walls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2400mm (L) x 200mm (H) x 50mm (W)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eInstallation\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eHYBUILT have partnered with only the most experienced installers across South East Queensland and Northern NSW, offering a complete design \u0026amp; construct solution through competitive pricing and innovation. Enquire with our team to book your next project.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDelivery Notes\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepending on the order size HYBUILT can usually deliver your materials within 2-3 business days after order confirmation. To efficiently carry out these duties HYBUILT operates an entire fleet of crane trucks in a variety of sizes to suit both load size and\/or potential access constraints. Please note that there is delivery charges involved and this will depend on load size, distance and potential access constraints. We deliver to Brisbane, Gold Coast, Ipswich, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba and Northern NSW\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuestions about your project? See our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\"\u003einstallation guides\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/request-quote\"\u003erequest a quote\u003c\/a\u003e, or call \u003ca href=\"tel:0737160191\"\u003e(07) 3716 0191\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HYBUILT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53937766563951,"sku":"XS-PLN-2400","price":43.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/7295\/5759\/files\/Composite-Plinth-03-Background-Removed.jpg?v=1785839407"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/7295\/5759\/collections\/4_358b0972-3b12-4f5c-abaf-02b54d11f54a.jpg?v=1785890662","url":"https:\/\/hybuilt.com.au\/collections\/composite-sleepers.oembed","provider":"HYBUILT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}