Constructing Retaining Walls and Stoop Overlay
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What happens here
This step involves the construction of structural elements for the new front entry. An existing concrete stoop is being 'overlaid' with new materials, integrating it seamlessly into the new design. Concurrently, a new retaining wall is being built using modular concrete wall blocks. These blocks are carefully stacked and aligned by workers to create a sturdy and aesthetically pleasing wall. The narrator mentions that this wall will incorporate lighting, suggesting future electrical work or pre-installation of conduits within the block structure.
Goal: Build new retaining walls and integrate them with an existing stoop.
Tools and materials
- Angle Grinder with Diamond Blade — Cutting modular concrete blocks to fit specific dimensions or angles, especially for ends, corners, or curves
- Level — Checking the levelness of each course of blocks both horizontally and vertically, and across longer spans of the wall
- Rubber Mallet
- Safety Glasses — Protecting eyes from dust and debris generated during block cutting and placement
- Tape Measure — Accurate placement, spacing, and sizing of blocks, as well as checking overall wall dimensions
- Trowel — Applying concrete adhesive evenly between layers of modular blocks if using adhesive for added stability
- Work Gloves — Protecting hands from abrasions and rough surfaces of the concrete blocks
- Concrete Adhesive — Securing layers of blocks together for increased stability, especially for top courses or capstones
- Modular Concrete Wall Blocks — Constructing the retaining walls around the patio and walkway area