Construct Lower Retaining Wall
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wall is HUGE #swimmingpool #paverpatio
What happens here
Following excavation, the first tier of retaining walls, which is approximately 5 feet high as mentioned, is constructed. This structural wall defines the boundary of the lower patio and pool area, holding back the soil from the upper slope. Construction typically involves a deep foundation, proper drainage behind the wall (e.g., gravel and perforated pipe), and a robust interlocking block system or poured concrete. Adherence to engineering specifications is critical for wall stability.
Goal: Build the first level of retaining walls to create a flat, usable space.
Tools and materials
- Compactor/Plate Tamper Wacker Neuson — Compacting the wall base and backfill
- Geogrid/Geotextile Fabric Tensar — Reinforcing the soil behind taller retaining walls
- Level Stabila — Ensuring the wall layers are perfectly level
- Retaining Wall Blocks Belgard — The primary structural component of the wall
- Shovels and Rakes Fiskars — Manual excavation, leveling, and backfilling
- Gravel — Backfill behind the wall for drainage
- Perforated Drainage Pipe N/A — Collecting and diverting water behind the wall