The interlocking retaining wall block can be used to build walls up to 24 to 36 inches high depending on the size of the block.
Building a small stone retaining wall.
Follow the block manufacturer s instructions for wall height limits.
Avoid having downspouts pointed at the retaining wall and if it s against the house keep soil and mulch well below the siding.
A dry stack stone retaining wall not only holds back the earth it adds beauty to a landscape.
Plan for good drainage proper width height ratio and distance between tiers.
Anything taller should be handled by professionals.
Join me as i build my first ever dry stack retaining wall.
To build a natural dry stone retaining wall prepare the site.
The easiest way to build a stone retaining wall is to use the dry stack method that requires no mortar between stones and does not need a concrete footing like mortared walls do.
How to build a dry stack stone retaining wall.
A retaining wall made with timber posts can add style and extra seating to your yard.
Building a timber retaining wall.
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Prepare the footing photo by russell kaye.
Lay high quality stones and use a geotextile backing to ensure the wall lasts a long time.
This will allow me to terrace my property and give me more usable space for gardening play.
We provide step by step instructions for building a small concrete block retaining wall.
For dry stack walls the base should be as wide as the wall is tall.
Excavate to a depth of 6 inches along the entire base of the stone retaining wall using the string marker as a guide.
Dig a trench that s below the frost line and 2 feet wider than.
How to build a rock wall 1.
Use a hand or power tamper to level the base.
For this 18 inch high wall the footing should be at least 18 inches wide.