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Retaining Wall Features
There are reasons to add a retaining or decorative wall to your landscape:
- Prevent soil erosion on slopes, keeping your landscape intact.
- Visual interest and dimension to your landscape
- Creates usable space on sloped areas, such as terraced gardens or seating areas.
- Provides structural support for vertical changes in elevation
- Available in a variety of materials, including natural stone and concrete block
- Designed in various heights, shapes, and textures to complement your landscape design.
- Built to last, retaining walls offer durable support and structural integrity for years to come.
Types of Walls
Generally concrete block, for its strength and durability. The sky is the limit in types, textures, and colors.
Concrete block and natural stone are great options for these types of walls.
Granite steps and landings, flat natural stone, and cultured stone steppers all integrate into the landscape and will last for years to come
From granite boulders to Pennsylvania flat and everything in between, natural stone walls are a great addition to any landscape!
Ideal for dressing up existing concrete surfaces (steps, foundations, etc). Stone veneer can be installed inside and outside for long lasting durability and a great look!