The interlocking retaining wall block can be used to build walls up to 24 to 36 inches high depending on the size of the block.
Building a retaining wall with cinder blocks.
Follow the block manufacturer s instructions for wall height limits.
Put 3 8 inch 0 95 cm plywood spacers in between the blocks.
A cinder block retaining wall is only as straight and solid as the base it s built on.
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Tall wall excavate a trench deep enough to accommodate 4 to 6 in.
Of compacted base 1 in.
Lay out the first layer of cinder blocks.
Check the level and alignment of all blocks as you go along adjusting them with a rubber mallet.
Of leveling sand and half the height of the first course of blocks.
Starting at one end of the wall lay out the cinder blocks end to end until you reach the first turn in the wall.
A cinder block retaining wall requires a bit of heavy lifting and plenty of planning and preparation of the area where you intend to build.
If your wall is straight line up the first layer of cinder blocks from one end to the other end.
Fill the concrete cores with crushed gravel.