When building anything from rammed earth, you'll need a reinforced (temporary) formwork that can withstand the immense ...

You might not care for the look of concrete blocks for your retaining wall. But you can use another material that's durable ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When trying to prevent soil erosion on steep sections of your property, you might decide on using concrete block. Using concrete for this ...

Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things related to home improvement and good design. She previously worked in the decor and lifestyle spaces for digital publishers ...

Retaining walls built of stone or brick are the traditional style and usually blend nicely into their surrounding landscape. The question is, though: are these really the best materials for the job ...

Q. I want to build a retaining wall that’s going to look great for years. At my last house, I had a short retaining wall around a patio that started to lean out toward the lawn. The little wall was ...

Let's be honest: Homeowners are vain when it comes to landscaping features, and rightfully so. Even the slightest details can make or break your curb appeal, so it's crucial to find materials that not ...

Q: I have two deteriorating (but still standing) retaining walls made of timber and two even worse, leaning cinder-block retaining walls. I was planning to replace them all eventually, but to spread ...