When building anything from rammed earth, you'll need a reinforced (temporary) formwork that can withstand the immense pressure of the tamping process.

When trying to prevent soil erosion on steep sections of your property, you might decide on using concrete block. Using concrete for this purpose is extremely common for homes; but because it's so ...

You might not care for the look of concrete blocks for your retaining wall. But you can use another material that's durable and more visually appealing.

The iconic cinder block is one of the most recognizable building materials in the world, but how sturdy is it actually? How ...

Q. I want to build a retaining wall that’s going to look great for years. At my last house, I had a short retaining wall around a patio that started to lean out toward the lawn. The little wall was ...

The article explains how precast concrete improves durability, safety, and efficiency for retaining walls and highway barrier projects. The article explains that retaining walls serve to hold back ...

In 2014, California-based developers Baldwin & Sons began the design and development of a housing complex on 99 acres of land in the city of Lake Forest, at the base of the Santa Ana Mountains—it's ...

Segmental retaining wall units are one of the most versatile landscaping tools in the homeowner’s and professional landscaper’s toolbox. Retaining wall units have evolved from just retaining soil, ...

The desire to have a bit of land to call your own is not an uncommon one. However, in the Bay Area, finding our own personal outdoor space can be a challenge. Some of us live in newer housing ...