For row one knock off the flanges with a hammer and chisel so the.
Retaining wall base material.
If needed reposition it using additional.
They ll give your creative skills a workout as well as your shoulder muscles.
After you finish the first course fill the space between your retaining wall and.
Dig for the first row of block.
Continue laying your first course of blocks making sure to check that every block is level.
150 mm of wall rock in the base trench and rake smooth.
Look natural stone has a very beautiful aesthetics and texture.
Check the entire length for level and adjust as needed.
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To bury the first row.
Stone structures are capable of withstanding centuries of abuse and your retaining wall or at least its façade will be capable as well.
Place a minimum of 6 in.
Position your first block and use a standard level to make sure it s even.
Tools needed safety glasses chisel for splitting blocks string line wooden stakes power tamper or hand compactor hammer power saw tape measure spade or backhoe masonry saw rented level at least 4 feet long.
Round rocks such as pea gravel rolls and dislodge under pressure resulting in failure of the retaining wall.
With the layout marked you can begin digging the trench.
The various sized crushed gravel with the fines helps ensures for appropriate compaction.
On the downside stone is usually more expensive and the walls require more skill and more time to build.
Compact the wall rock making a minimum of two passes with a plate compactor.
It will not fade and it will not crack.
For diy purposes opt for manufactured blocks that are.
The base material should only consist of angular sharp edged particles such as minus gravel.
Prepare the foundation step 1.
You have a wide variety of choices that will fit just about any style of yard and garden.
Adjust for sloping ground.