Why We Use Cedar Wood
Deciding to use garden boxes in your yard is, in my opinion, an important investment. There are so many options to choose from today and the decision can be overwhelming. When folks are narrowing down their decision, one of the questions we are often asked is “Why do you build your boxes with cedar?”. For us, […]
Our Journey to Garden Boxes
Gardening I didn’t grow up gardening. My family didn’t garden and it wasn’t encouraged in my youth. I happened upon growing my own plants after stomach issues had me rethinking the food I was eating. Once I started growing a few of my own vegetables, I was hooked! I didn’t start small with just a […]
Why I Chose Raised Garden Boxes
I gardened for many years in the ground and used a lot of space. My last garden was a half-acre. I had never even considered using raised garden boxes before. When I first found garden boxes, I was skeptical about getting the variety and the yield I wanted. I thought this small space couldn’t possibly […]
Fall Preparation
When changing over my boxes to the next season, I take some time to prep the box and the soil. First, I check the irrigation in the box to make sure everything is I good working order. Most repairs are as simple as popping off and replacing a new hose or replacing an end cap […]
Staining Your Cedar Garden Boxes
Customers often ask us about options for staining and sealing their newly purchased cedar garden boxes. Cedar has such unique characteristics with colors and grain variations and this wood holds up well to environmental conditions. Deteriorating slowly compared to many other woods due to its natural oils, cedar eventually takes on a beautiful silvery color […]
What’s the right garden bed size for me?
When designing your front, back or side yard using beds, it can be difficult to decide on the right beds….. How should I space them? Do I use one large bed or 3 small ones? How tall should my beds be? All good questions. Here are some items to consider: Sizes If you are accessing […]
Welcome to Silver Saw Wood Products
Welcome to Silver Saw Wood Products! We are a small garden box manufacturer supplying boxes, beds, and planters to the Treasure Valley and surrounding communities. Our passion is bringing beauty to people’s land. And, we’re glad you’re joining us. Cedar is an amazing wood. It is naturally resilient to the elements, so it tends to […]