Retaining walls are excellent tools for controlling your terrain and putting a stop to erosion that is washing away nutrients in your soil, undermining your landscaping efforts, or distorting your terrain. The materials and style you choose for your retaining walls can also enhance the overall design of your landscaping and your home’s design.
The hardscaping specialists at Triad Associates can help you select the perfect retaining wall style to achieve the look you want and can install it expertly to provide long-lasting and reliable erosion control and landscaping management. Here are the top five retaining wall materials and styles that we recommend right now:
Dry Stack
Many people like the natural look for stone walls. For these folks, the dry stack look may be preferred. “Dry stack” refers to stones being stacked on top of each other without the use of mortar. The stones remain through careful placement and the force of their weight.
When dry stacking is not possible logistically, you can still get the look with large, rounded stones that are nestled in mortar. You get the appearance of a naturally stacked wall, but you also get the structural support of the mortar.
Flagstone
Flagstone is a popular stone thanks to its unique yet beautiful profile. Flagstone walls can be dry stacked or they can be mortared. Typically, flagstone is best for lower walls. They are ideal for garden walls and decorative spaces.
Concrete Brick
Those who prefer a more uniform and geometric look for their retaining walls may prefer concrete brick. Unless traditional brick, concrete brick comes in a variety of sizes, colors, and textures. You can create a modern or a rustic look, depending on the type of brick you choos. These walls can also be quite tall or wide, allowing you to place them in just about any part of your landscaping.
Veneer
Veneer gives you the option to create just about any style you want for your retaining wall, while still getting the structural integrity you need. The wall is built of large, concrete blocks, and the veneer is added to the outside of the blocks. The veneer itself is just for decor, while the block creates the strength that the wall needs.
Natural Stone
Some large retaining walls can be made of huge boulders that create a natural look and provide strong support. But boulders can be hard to transport and place. You can get a similar look and functionality with natural stone. Though the stones are smaller, they create a beautiful, natural look and strong support.
The design specialists at Triad Associates will help you explore these and other options for your retaining wall to find a style that you’ll love and to meet your needs for your landscape. We use design sketches, software, and samples to help you visualize what’s possible for your new retaining wall. We’ll guide you through every step of the process to ensure that you get a beautiful, high-quality retaining wall that will serve you for years. Call us today to schedule a consultation with one of our hardscaping specialists and learn more.
