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Instead of using stone or timbers, make an attractive, long-lasting retaining wall from pressure-treated 2x4s, plywood and trim boards.…
We'll show you how to build an attractive retaining wall that's firm, solid and will stand the test of time. This DIY retaining wall…
Eliminate steep, difficult to mow slopes, stop erosion and create attractive planting beds with an easy to assemble wood retaining wall. It…
A concrete block retaining wall is the perfect solution to control erosion, to eliminate a hard-to-mow slope, to add a planting bed, or to level…
Learn about and compare natural stone, wood timber and stacked concrete block retaining wall systems. The article shows installation methods…
Learn how to clean, reset and tuckpoint loose bricks. A loose brick can ultimately lead to major problems – even a wall collapse – but the fix…
Building brick paths and stone walls creates a magical landscape. It's also hard work. These tips will help you work smarter and faster and…
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This article explains how to identify spalling on bricks, which causes them to deteriorate. It also tells how you can keep water away from brick…
Crumbling mortar in brick walls and chimneys has to be cut out and replaced to avoid structural and water damage. Tuckpointing—cleaning…
Modular concrete blocks for retaining walls and garden projects are available in a huge range of styles and prices. This article surveys the…
Learn the tools and techniques used for tuckpointing old masonry walls and chimneys. Discover how to restore cracked and worn mortar joints, how…
Weave this flagstone garden path just about anywhere in your yard. There's no thick base to install or difficult cutting and…
Build a raised garden bed from natural rough-cut stone that blends perfectly into the landscape. Using standard tools and a diamond-grit…
Bring a flood of light into a dreary basement with a terraced window well. You also get an emergency escape route, planting beds and a view.…
Stone is always in style, and it blends well with any backyard. We'll show you the step-by-step information on how to build a classic, squared…
Learn special techniques for planning and building durable steps, paths and retaining walls in a sloped yard using modular concrete blocks.
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