Not Stone, Not Concrete: The Cheaper Material To Use For A Functional Retaining Wall

If you're looking to build up your own retaining wall, resist the temptation to use concrete or stone. There's an affordable ...
House Digest on MSN

Not brick, not concrete: The retaining wall material that looks good & is long-lasting

A retaining wall is often necessary to keep your sloped yard from washing out. This natural stone material makes the feature ...
House Digest on MSN

Not thyme or oregano: The summer-blooming herb that looks good on retaining walls

If you're feeling like your retaining wall is looking a little stark, this gorgeous herb can help to soften the edges with ...
Daily Herald

6 reasons to build a retaining wall

Homes are not always located on flat lots. In fact, landscapes can feature hills and valleys, necessitating some extra steps when installing certain features. Retaining walls are often utilized to ...
Gainesville

Here’s How: Install a retaining wall

Dear James: I’m planning a veggie garden on my sloping lot so I need a retaining wall. I have used timbers before, but blocks might hold up better. Which method do you prefer? -- Steve W. Dear Steve: ...
The Washington Post

The key to a strong, long-lasting retaining wall is a solid, thick base

Q: I want to build a retaining wall that’s going to look great for years. At my last house, a short retaining wall I had around a patio started to lean out toward the lawn. The wall was but 10 inches ...