House Digest on MSN

9 best natural stones for a retaining wall that adds privacy to your yard

Of all the materials you can use for your retaining wall, natural stones are some of the most durable and beautiful. Here are the best options available.

The Retaining Wall Trend You Won't See In 2026 (And That's The Point)

Those looking to build a trendy retaining wall for their yard need look no further. We know what's popular in 2026, and you ...
Staten Island Advance

Gravity, frost work against a retaining wall

Q. Can you tell me how to build a retaining wall? Are retaining wall blocks a good choice? What critical things do I need to know so that I don't have a collapse or other failure in the years to come?
Lifehacker

Build a Block Retaining Wall to Beautify a Steep Slope

May 19, 2015 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google A yard with a steep slope can be difficult to landscape. Build a block retaining wall to add level tiers to your ...
The Fayetteville Observer

Here’s How: Install a retaining wall

Dear James: I’m planning a veggie garden on my sloping lot so I need a retaining wall. I have used timbers before, but blocks might hold up better. Which method do you prefer? -- Steve W. Dear Steve: ...
Chicago Tribune

BLOCK BY BLOCK NEW RETAINING WALLS GO UP WITH EASE

Q–I am trying to create a level play area for my children. My rear yard slopes away from my house. Building a 4-foot-high retaining wall would solve the problem. I have seen new masonry walls that you ...