Drystack Retaining Walls (Moss/Field/Strip Stone) Quick Reference: Determine project size and amount of stone and other materials needed: Length X height = square foot or face feet. ex. 1 ton of moss rock or field stones builds a 1′ tall by 15′ to 20′ long wall. 1 ton of 4″ strip stone builds a 1′ tall x 40′ to 50′ long wall

Our Moss Rock and Slate wall construction and installation services highlight the beauty and unmatched strength of natural rock retaining walls and are ideal for those seeking a durable and visually appealing solution for their residential or rural landscape.

Moss rocks are a fantastic option for retaining walls, combining durability with a natural, rustic look that enhances any landscaping design. Their rugged texture and organic appearance allow them to integrate seamlessly into the surrounding environment.

Moss Rock Retaining Walls often can be the most effective practical and pleasing to the eye alternative. Moss Rocks can be supplied and installed in a variety of sizes from 1/2 a ton to 2 tons. Moss Rocks are particularly suitable when dealing with underground rock or when there is a need for backfill when there is unstable soil after a block ...

Come to New England to see a dry-stacked moss rock retaining wall and you’ll realize the wall has been standing for generations to have accumulated the natural moss patina. Using Mortar In Retaining Walls. If you decide to set your rock in mortar, I suggest you take the time and build a small test wall until you master the technique.

We construct beautiful natural stone retaining walls using a variety of stone ranging from naturalistic to more formal. Moss rock is a preferred choice due to its natural beauty, longevity, and stackability.

2014年6月4日 · A dry stack rock retaining wall is in the class of retaining walls known as gravity walls, since the wall relies entirely on gravity and friction to stand up. For gravity walls, with a coefficient of friction of approximately 0.5 (typical for flat rocks), the wall needs to be a minimum of 40% as wide as it is tall in order to stand up to ...

2017年9月26日 · Building moss rock walls requires ingenuity and attention to detail. Use spray paint or twine to mark out exactly where you want your moss rock wall to go. Rake any loose stones, dirt and debris away from the line you marked. Dig a trench that is 6 inches deep and 12 inches wide along the line you marked.

2020年8月4日 · The most significant advantage of a moss stone retaining wall is that it provides a safety barrier between the home owner and the adjacent road. Another advantage is that it can help to keep the soil underneath the wall secure and free of sediment.

2021年3月26日 · Moss rock retaining walls can be one of the most cost effective ways to retain extreme sloping gardens, but depending on the amount of terracing involved, concrete railway sleepers or concrete block retaining walls may work out cheaper when landscaping your garden.