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        How to Build a Dry-Stack Stone Retaining Wall

        A dry-stack stone retaining wall not only holds back the earth, it adds beauty to a landscape.

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        Retaining Walls

        Top 29 Retaining Walls Projects

        1. 1. Drainage (01:56)

          Without proper drainage, your load-bearing wall may be in for problems.

        2. 2. How to Install a Timber Retaining Wall

          A retaining wall is the ideal way to control erosion or level a sloping yard. Composite timbers made from recycled mater...

          Time:
          Day
          Cost:
          $250 - $500
          Difficulty:
          Easy to Moderate
        3. 3. How to Build a Short Retaining Wall

          This 2' retaining wall is a great architectural element that also serves a purpose -- to keep dirt from a sloping yard f...

          Time:
          Weekend
          Cost:
          $250 - $500
          Difficulty:
          Moderate
        4. 4. How to Build a Boulder Retaining Wall

          Boulder retaining walls are not only functional, they're timeless and beautiful as well.

          Time:
          Two Days
          Cost:
          $250 - $500
          Difficulty:
          Hard
        5. 5. How To Build a Retaining Wall

          A retaining wall is a great way to differentiate space in a yard. Here's how to build one.

          Time:
          Several Weekends
          Cost:
          $2,500 - $5,000
          Difficulty:
          Moderate to Hard
        6. 6. Sloped Grades (01:11)

          If the retaining wall goes into a hill, these tips will save you some work.

        7. 7. Fencepost Hole Essentials (01:49)

          Ahmed Hassan shows how to dig and fill holes for proper post placement.

        8. 8. Retaining Wall Base (02:28)

          The most important part of a retaining wall is the base.

        9. 9. Dry Foundations (00:47)

          If the retaining wall ties into the house's foundation, caulking is a must.

        10. 10. Triple Decker Retaining Walls (04:00)

          We build three tiered walls into a slope to create a flowing curved garden.

        11. 11. Backfilling (02:12)

          Proper backfilling is one of the keys to building a strong retaining wall.

        12. 12. Building a Decorative Stone Wall

          This DIY Basic will provide tips on building a decorative stone wall.

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          Cost:
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          Difficulty:
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        13. 13. Fencepost Hole Essentials (00:60)

          Ahmed Hassan shows how to dig and fill holes for proper post placement.

        14. 14. Incredibly Lush Landscape (06:30)

          This makeover turns a neighborhood eyesore into a new lush landscape.

        15. 15. How To Build a Patio and Retaining Wall

          This courtyard-style patio is surrounded by retaining walls and long planters. A puzzle-like arrangement of flat stones ...

          Time:
          Several Weekends
          Cost:
          $500 - $1,000
          Difficulty:
          Moderate
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