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Whether you're building a retaining wall or just need some extra privacy, a cinder block wall is an affordable way to get the job done. Once you've got your base set up, it just takes some finesse in building the wall up and turning corners.
Concrete block retaining walls are ideal for holding back the soil after digging into a slope for a pathway, patio, or landscaping project. Concrete block retaining walls are generally the same as freestanding block walls but with a few crucial differences.
A concrete block retaining wall is the perfect solution to control erosion, to eliminate a hard-to-mow slope, to add a planting bed, or to level an ideal patio area. These systems are easy to install, durable, reasonably priced and available in a variety of colors and textures.
A well-built cinder block retaining wall can add a sense of a separate, secure space within a wider space, turn a slope into a garden and add living space by holding back a hillside. A cinder block retaining wall requires a bit of heavy lifting and plenty of planning and preparation of the area where you intend to build.
Learn how to build a retaining wall with retaining wall blocks. We'll share what the experts do, so you can do the same.
Build a retaining wall to add an architectural element to your landscape design and create a raised planting bed. We'll show you steps for building a block retaining wall and give you retaining wall ideas for your front or backyard to make the most of your outdoor space.
When it comes to retaining walls, concrete blocks are fairly straight forward to install and will last a lifetime. But, it's not as easy as just stacking the...
We’ll explain how to build a retaining wall with interlocking concrete blocks in 11 steps, cover factors to consider before you break ground, and introduce you to our extensive collection of heavy-duty Unilock concrete blocks for your retaining wall.
This guide provides instructions for estimating materials for a wall constructed of retaining wall blocks. For instructions on building a wall with concrete blocks (sometimes called cinder blocks) and mortar, see Laying Block.
Add at least 6 inches of crushed stone to the base of the wall and pack it down using the plate compactor. Be sure to do a thorough job compacting the stone to create a sturdy base that will still drain well. Place the screed rails on top of the stone down the length of the wall.