Paver Retaining Wall Base

Choose a paver base with landscape rocks between 1 2 inch and 3 4 inch in size.

Paver retaining wall base.

Paver base step 1 provides a firm stable base for installation of interlocking pavers step stones and patio blocks. Dig a base trench 24 in. Similar to gravel paver base is a form of construction aggregate that contains crushed rocks such as limestone. From creating patios and walkways to building block walls tree rings and fire pits there are so many ways to get creative with pavers edging stones and wall block at lowe s we can supply you with all of the tools and materials you need whether you want to build a brick patio or a concrete retaining wall.

Bring home improvement projects to life with pavers. Due to soil erosion your retaining wall should be built on a solid foundation made from paver base. A handheld tamping tool can really help in getting the gravel level but you re right one stray stone can throw off the entire operation. W x 4 in.

Fill the trench with a 2 to 3 inch layer of paver base. Retaining wall base trench. 150 mm plus an additional 1 in. The pavestone 0 5 cu.

With assembled dimensions of 15 in. Retaining walls can be constructed using a variety of materials from poured concrete and large timbers to natural stones even bricks. You can either concrete the cap onto the top layer or apply a concrete liquid adhesive to make sure the caps stay in place. Capping will help ensure that your retaining wall stays sturdy and lasts longer.

H you can also use the sand for paver leveling or as paver joint sand. To keep the blocks on your retaining wall level and structurally sound you need a base layer of several inches of well compacted sharp gravel. Strong and durable yet easy to install belgard offers a versatile selection of concrete wall blocks to complement your landscaping patio or even your mailbox. 25 mm for each 1 ft 300 mm of wall height for the amount or buried block that is needed.

It can also be used for decorative aggregates. D x 8 in. 600 mm wide the length of the wall the depth of the trench will be 6 in. When it s all level you can begin installing the blocks.

Using wall caps will help to stabilize and protect your wall from erosion and weather conditions. Fill the trench with about 3 inches of paver base spread it with a rake and tamp it down. Freestanding retaining wall blocks. Tamping the base provides a strong foundation.

Our residential wall pavers are suitable for both stone retaining walls and freestanding features such as outdoor kitchens or built in seating.