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Permanent Raised Bed Gardening: Planting Techniques for Raised Bed Gardens

Rolling marker
Dimensions of the Noble Foundation rolling row marker
Building a rolling marker Cotter pin used to secure threaded rod to axle body
Close up of rolling marker
Mounting additional marking wheels onto axle

The ability to lock two or more wheels in any position along the length of the axle simply by tightening and loosening nuts is what makes this design so versatile. As with the template row marker, the rolling marker must be calibrated for use on 40-inch-wide beds. Use the calibration guide and a permanent marker to locate and label wheel settings on the face of the axle body.

Consider using a wood preservative to extend the life of your rolling row marker and minimize wheel warping. For extra protection, apply a coat of polyurethane, especially to the wheels.

Rolling Row Marker Parts Description
Amt. Item Size Price
1 Board 1" x 6" x 8' $3.00
1 Plywood 1/2" x 2' x 4' $8.00
20 Eye screws 1/8" eye opening $1.00
16 Nuts 5/8" $5.00
18 Washers 5/8" $5.00
1 Threaded rod 5/8" x 3' $3.50
1 Galvanized wire No. 10 x 6' $0.50
20 Wood screws No. 10 x 1 1/2" $2.00
2 Cotter pins 1/8" x 2" $0.20
Total $28.20

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