It’s critical to follow a few key principles when constructing a wall, particularly one that’s load bearing. We dig and level an appropriate base and compact materials in layers to get it as dense as possible. The first layer of your wall will typically sit halfway or entirely into the ground like you can see in the one below:
The base is the most time consuming part of the project but getting each block in the first layer level ensures the rest of the wall will sit the way it should.
Another option for your retaining wall is boulders or natural slabs of stone! Boulders can be more affordable and an equally effective solution for anchoring retained soil.
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