Installing Gravity Retaining Walls
What’s the benefit of the large block Redi-Rock system? Using massive, one-ton Redi-Rock blocks allows tall walls to be built without reinforcement—saving time and money on the installation phase of the project. Consider the graphic below—and it's easy to see why many contractors prefer installing Redi-Rock!
In addition, it’s easy to vary the batter of retaining walls to achieve the project’s goals. Options include zero degree batter, standard 5 degree batter, or creating a custom batter by incorporating one or more courses of 9 In. Setback blocks or Planter blocks.
Other benefits of the Redi-Rock gravity system include:
- Fast installation
- Minimal excavation
- The ability to build closer to property lines
- Coordinating Freestanding walls, Columns, Planter blocks, and Pavers create a complete solution
Redi-Rock is available in three distinct stone textures to match the aesthetics of your home's architecture and landscape.
- Ledgestone: Deep, random texture and rich coloring help Ledgestone walls match indigenous stone and soil hues in your area. The texture on each block makes individual blocks nearly indistinguishable, giving the impression of a natural, random stone wall.
- Cobblestone: Even though the face of these blocks is 5.75 sq. ft., the chiseled Cobblestone texture gives each block the appearance of six small blocks. These blocks can be colored or stained to achieve the aesthetic you’re looking for.
- Limestone: The quarried face of Redi-Rock Limestone blocks looks great in larger scale projects. These blocks can be colored or stained to achieve the aesthetic you’re looking for.
Redi-Rock blocks are available in hues that blend in with your local landscape. Contact your local manufacturer for availability!
Featured Case Study
Sullivan Residence
"We decided to go with Redi-Rock because it looked great, and there was a definite cost savings as compared to pouring a wall and facing it with brick to match the house," explained custom home developer James P. Gregg.
This project included:
- A gravity Ledgestone Retaining wall to support a new pool
- A curving Freestanding barrier wall
- A grand staircase using Redi-Rock Steps
The owners liked the result so much, they added more!
Redi-Rock's Toolbox
Featured Video
Contractor Tip
Save yourself five guys and two weeks on your next project by using Redi-Rock's 41" blocks for gravity walls with no geo-grid reinforcement! Check out how the blocks work here on our block tour!
News
May 14, 2012
New Wall Spotlight VIDEO Released
Check out the newest Redi-Rock video, featuring a contractor describing how Redi-Rock walls allowed him to create an aesthetic entrance to a property in spite of the difficult right of way. This video is only 1 minute long, but it tells a great story! Check it out today and subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don't miss new videos as they come out.
May 07, 2012
Solving Erosion Issues
Soil Erosion and Erosion Control magazines have both published articles featuring problems and solutions solved using Redi-Rock. Learn more about the Florence storm channel project here, and learn more about the benefits of wet cast concrete vs. dry cast concrete here!