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Re-Adhere Loose Retaining Wall Caps

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What happens here

If the underlying structure of the retaining wall is confirmed to be sound, the expert suggests a method for re-securing loose caps. This involves gently tapping underneath the caps with a rubber mallet to identify which ones are truly detached. Once identified, these loose caps should be removed. Any old, loose adhesive material on the cap or the wall's surface must be thoroughly scraped off using a grind wheel or a scraper to ensure a clean bonding surface. After preparing the surfaces, new adhesive is applied to the cap, and it is then carefully placed back onto the wall, ensuring a strong and lasting bond.

Goal: Secure loose caps on a retaining wall using new adhesive.

Tools and materials

  • Grind Wheel — Scraping off old loose adhesive
  • Rubber Mallet — Tapping underneath caps to identify loose ones
  • Scraper — Scraping off old loose adhesive
  • New Adhesive — Securing the caps back in place