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Dark grey galvanized steel raised garden bed, rectangular, 71 inches long, open bottom, visible side screws

SlickBlue

SlickBlue 71 Inch Galvanized Steel Raised Garden Bed Dark Grey

SKU CH-5VA4-94Q94

A 71-inch galvanised steel raised bed with 36 cu ft capacity, open-bottom drainage and 16 screws per side for stability

  • Product typePlanters
  • Product colorGrey
  • 36 cu ft capacity fits vegetables and herbs
  • 71 inch galvanised steel frame resists rust
  • open bottom design improves drainage naturally
  • 16 screws per side add structural stability
  • dual orientation works for planting or log storage

Large-Capacity Planter

Measuring 71 inches long by 20.5 inches wide by 43.5 inches high, this galvanised steel raised bed provides 36 cubic feet of growing space. The open-bottom design promotes drainage and prevents water accumulation for healthy root development. It accommodates 24 bags of 1.5 cubic foot soil or 18 bags of 2 cubic foot soil.

Dual-Use Garden Bed

The frame can be positioned horizontally for standard planting or vertically to serve as a log storage house for garden, yard, or balcony use. Builders who need a permanently fixed structure should note the unit weighs 26.5 pounds and is not recommended for stacking full of wood. Buyers seeking a wooden aesthetic or integrated irrigation will need a different solution.

16-Screw Reinforced Frame

Each side is secured with 16 screws plus 43-inch support bars to deliver upgraded stability and resist bowing under soil pressure. The wave-shaped panels add compression resistance while the galvanised coating protects against rust better than untreated wood. No assembly hardware beyond the included screws is required.

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Price $67.99
Pricier than about 67% of the 133 comparable items (median $55.99).

Specifications

Product
Product typePlanters
Product colorGrey

Questions about this item

How do I install the 71" galvanized steel bed and which step do people get wrong?

Assemble the 43.5" high frame using the 16 screws per side, then set it on level ground; the step often missed is tightening every screw fully before adding soil so the half-round edges align and the wave panels resist bowing.

What maintenance or replacement will the 36 Cu. Ft planter need later?

The galvanized steel resists rust, so no panel replacement is expected; plan only to refresh the 24 bags of 1.5 Cu. Ft soil or 18 bags of 2 Cu. Ft soil each season and check screw tightness annually.

What limit shows up first under sustained use of the 26.5 lb raised bed?

The open-bottom design relies on the ground staying firm; on soft or wet soil the 43" support bars can sink unevenly, making the frame lean before the steel itself fatigues.

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