A Complete Retaining Walls Installation Guide For Allan Block Products

This book offers detailed retaining wall installation information on how to plan, design and build residential wall up to 6 ft (1.8 m) high using the Allan Block products. Learn about the Allan Block retaining wall collections, to find what will look best for your wall project. You will learn how to build small garden or landscape walls up to larger retaining walls. When installed properly they can support conditions that may exist above or below the wall like slopes, driveways or even other retaining walls. There are many photos and graphics shown to give as much information necessary so a properly built wall can be achieved. Learn about basic installation, building curves, corners, stairs, reinforcing taller walls and even how to finish the top of the retaining wall for a professional look that will add great curb appeal for years to come. This book is perfect for DIY's or contractors who want to build quality projects.

The AB Courtyard Collection is a versatile two sided patio wall system that can enhance the beauty of your landscape and backyard. This book offers detailed installation information on how to use the AB Courtyard system to build walls and posts to add privacy fencing or separation between landscape elements that include using curves and corners. Check out our easy weekend projects with simple start to finish directions that show how each option can be completed in a short period of time weekend. It is perfect to use for landscape accents like fire pits, ponds, outdoor kitchens and more. The blocks simply stack together so the possibilities are unlimited. Look through all our photos ideas to find an option that works best for your new outdoor living area and see how easy it is to build a quality project with great curb appeal. This book is perfect for DIY is or contractors who want to build quality projects.

The National Concrete Masonry Association presents the essential guide to constructing segmental retaining walls with detailed, easy-to-follow diagrams and charts for do-it-yourself homeowners and landscape contractors alike. From the fundamentals to the latest research and modern techniques in segmental retaining wall construction, this colorful and inspiring gallery of design suggestions accompanies the expertly written step-by-step guide, and offers a plethora of landscaping ideas ilable and will inspire great new designs for all landscape styles.

Discover how to build a beautiful and durable outdoor kitchen counter for a modest outlay, whether you do it yourself or hire a pro.