Follow the block manufacturer s instructions for wall height limits.
12 wide concrete retaining wall.
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.
Because it s an estimated 23 less expensive than poured concrete installing a precast concrete wall costs 4 820 on average while precast materials span from 20 to 30 per square foot it s a lot less labor intensive than the traditional pouring method.
Of leveling sand and half the height of the first course of blocks.
Pavestone 12 retaining wall block buff showcases a textured face that is the perfect complement to any landscape design.
The keystone 18 in.
Retaining walls planters tree rings and lawn edging to accentuate the natural contours of your landscape.
Concrete compact unit is the easy to install solution for building retaining walls.
The rich textured face gives warmth to your hardscape project.
They are identified by their depth i e.
These wall cap add that finishing touch to your wall project.
It is the simplest retaining wall system you can install.
Selection of concrete and natural stone wall caps.
The thickness of the wall they create.
Concrete block cmu sizes.
Avoid having downspouts pointed at the retaining wall and if it s against the house keep soil and mulch well below the siding.
Styles designed for each of the available landscape wall block systems as well as traditional masonry walls there is a wall cap for every type of wall design.
No mortar is required.
An interlocking fiberglass pin connection system ensures stability and durability.
Cross section of a retaining wall a cinder block retaining wall is only as straight and solid as the base it s built on.
Concrete masonry units cmus are manufactured in a variety of sizes.
Gray tan brown or charcoal.
For instance a 6 cmu is nominally 6 deep while a 10 cmu is nominally 10 deep.
They are easy to install and create low maintenance long lasting hardscape elegance in your yard.
The unique shape of wedgerock blocks were so designed to promote the easy construction of serpentine curves combining inside and outside curves in one segment or just curved walls.
The natural stone finish and rich texture enhances the beauty of any landscape.
Sandstone mocha retaining wall block by angelus block is ideal for do it yourself 2 ft.
Precast concrete walls cost.
An average brick retaining wall that is 30 feet long and 4 feet high without any built in steps or extra reinforcements is typically around 4 220 the average homeowner will pay 35 per square foot and spend between 2 450 and 6 650 to build a retaining wall.
16 wide x 8 high x 12.
Long lasting and durable.
How to build a concrete wall figure a.