I d suggest building forms for the wall s base from 2 x 8 boards and then using the same lumber for the block forms after the footer is done.
Make your own concrete retaining wall blocks.
I can buy 4 molds for about 80 dollars including shipping.
To create a solid foundation dig a trench for the first course of your interlocking retaining wall blocks to sit in and make sure the ground remains even throughout.
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.
Using a tape measure decide the length and the width of your retaining wall then mark off the area with the garden stakes and string.
If the wall is load bearing meaning it will hold dirt or other heavy substances the tie rods should be at least 6 inches into the footing before you set the wall.
Avoid having downspouts pointed at the retaining wall and if it s against the house keep soil and mulch well below the siding.
I am seriusly thinking of making my own retaining wall blocks from the molds i am thinking of buying off ebay.
You could spend your money on concrete blocks from a big box home improvement store or you could make them yourself.
Heavy retaining wall blocks the blocks we used in our demonstration weigh 14 pounds each keep the soil at bay with their weight.
All of our retaining wall molds can be used with concrete or cement.
When working on your own garden construction projects whether you are building a retaining wall or refinishing a patio one of the materials that you will most commonly use is concrete blocks.
Our retaining wall molds are also a great border for your gardens.
But for diyers retaining wall blocks made of concrete are the best solution.
In nj i visited varoius garden places including lowes and homedepot and the 600 blocks i need would cost me between 1100 to 1500 excluding the delivery.
Each order comes with easy to use mold instructions to create decorative looking ornamental pieces for your home or garden.
Create lots of different designs for your garden with our retaining wall molds.
Our video and homemade fire pit instructions complete with a list of tools and materials will show you how.
Follow the block manufacturer s instructions for wall height limits.
The success of your retaining wall depends on a level base.
Retaining walls can be build of many different materials including wood timbers bricks or natural boulders.
Several molds will make the concrete work go a lot.