Build a Block Retaining Wall By Yourself
Today we talk about how you can build a block retaining wall by yourself. Specifically a Segmental Retaining Wall system. We walk through the wall block options and manufacturer's engineered drawings to select a wall that suits your needs. Then we cover planning, excavation, base preparation, the initial course, and building the wall up to include lighting and caps.
All of the videos discussed throughout this video are linked below.
1. Excavation Depth
• How Deep to Dig for a Retaining Wall
2. Geotextiles
• Woven vs Nonwoven Geotextile Fabric | Choo...
3. Stone Dust
• STOP Using Stone Dust for Pavers | Problem...
4. Dense Graded Base
• Why Use Dense Graded Base for Pavers and W...
5. Open Graded Base
• Why Use Open Graded Base for Pavers and Re...
6. Best Base for Retaining Walls
• BEST Base Material for a Retaining Wall | ...
7. String Lines
• Setting Up String Lines for Screeding Pavers
8. Initial Course
• How to Level Wall Block
9. High Performance Bedding
• High Performance Bedding for Pavers | Why ...
10. Building Up the Wall
• Building Up a Retaining Wall
11. Geogrid
• Geogrid Installation and Applications | Us...
12. Hardscape Lighting
• Hardscape Lighting Installation | How to I...
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