Circular Retaining Wall Blocks

Calculate diameter and units per course using pre sized units fire pit blocks etc if you already have blocks pre sized for fire pits etc and need to find out how many it takes to make a complete circle and the outer diameter of the circle enter single block dimensions below and hit calculate.

Circular retaining wall blocks.

Place blocks around the painted edge and mark a second line to denote the back edge of the retaining wall. Selecting retaining wall block. But it came at a cost 33 percent more than standard untumbled block. W x 4 in.

There you ll also find step by step instructions to safely and effectively build a. The success of your retaining wall depends on a level base. Follow the block manufacturer s instructions for wall height limits. For instance if you need to make a circular wall out of landscaping blocks you might wonder how many blocks you will need for the project.

Think of them as concrete lego blocks. Avoid having downspouts pointed at the retaining wall and if it s against the house keep soil and mulch well below the siding. To get a comprehensive list of tools and materials needed check out our guide on how to build a retaining wall. We chose a tumbled roman pisa block by interlock because we liked the soft aged look.

In addition to retaining wall block you ll need several tools and materials including gravel landscape fabric a shovel and circular saw. 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. That means that the radius of curves and the diameter of circles will become progressively tighter and smaller with each course of blocks laid. Our wall is made up of individual blocks that interlock.

Preparing the retaining wall base. H bluestone tumbled concrete garden wall block 20 pieces 6 5 sq. When completed you will have two painted circles on the ground. To create a solid foundation dig a trench for the first course of your interlocking retaining wall blocks to sit in and make sure the ground remains even throughout.

The retaining wall should be set embedded below grade on a level base of 6 gravel or stone. See our retaining wall cost guide to find the average price of a retaining wall. When building a retaining wall using wedge shaped stackable blocks the lip on the back causes each course to step back slightly from the one below. Landscaping well requires the frequent use of geometry.

Ft pack model 3000180 19. L x 12 in. We recommend making the base twice as wide as the block depth to account for settling. If you are planning on a retaining wall using stacked bricks multiply your answer from step 4 by the number of rows of bricks you ll be using.

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