Retaining Walls Brisbane – Retaining Walls Sunshine Coast

Retaining Walls Brisbane – Retaining Walls Sunshine Coast – Landscapers Instant Greenscene are your trusted partner for constructing durable and sustainable retaining walls. Servicing Brisbane’s northside and the Sunshine Coast, Instant Greenscene offer a range of retaining wall options up to one metre in height. Whether you are looking for a robust retainer structure to prevent soil erosion or create level spaces on your property, our expert team offer retaining solutions tailored to your specific needs.

Retaining Wall Options by Instant Greenscene – Brisbane Northside to the Sunshine Coast

Retaining walls are designed to protect against soil erosion and retain site cuts. These walls play a crucial role in the building process. At Instant Greenscene, we offer a variety of durable retaining walls made from a range of high-quality products. Each wall is custom-designed to meet the specific requirements of the site.

Dry Stack – Block Retaining Walls

We offer a range of sustainable dry stack retaining wall products. For instance, Link block retaining walls are among the most cost-effective options. However, they may not provide the same aesthetic appeal as some of the newer products available. On the other hand, products such as Trendstone by Apex Masonry, Heron by Austral Masonry, and Natural Impressions and Modernstone by Adbri Masonry are some of the most popular and sought-after options on the market.

Concrete Sleeper Retaining Walls

Concrete sleeper retaining walls are renowned for their durability. They come in various finishes, including plain concrete, wood grain, and block patterns to suit your needs. Additionally, we use galvanised steel support posts, ensuring a long-lasting and sustainable product.

Timber Sleeper Retaining Walls

Timber retaining walls are made from a variety of timbers, including hardwood and pine. These walls are typically treated to an H4 standard, making them suitable for ground contact. While timber walls are the most cost-effective option, they are generally less durable compared to other materials.

Retaining Walls – Footings and Drainage

When selecting a retaining wall, it’s essential to consider factors beyond just the construction material. Proper drainage, footings, and backfill materials are crucial for ensuring the wall’s durability and functionality.

Retaining Wall Footings

Proper footings are vital for a strong retaining wall structure. It’s important to assess specific site and ground conditions when designing each wall. In some cases, the existing soil may not be suitable for backfill, and you might need to use imported materials. Ignoring the importance of foundations, drainage, and backfill can lead to wall failure.

Retaining Wall Drainage

Effective drainage is critical to the long-term performance of a retaining wall. We recommend landscaping the area to direct overland flow away from the wall. Additionally, subsurface drainage should be installed to reduce pressure behind the retaining wall.

Failing to account for heavy subtropical rains, inadequate footings, poor drainage, and improper backfill will almost certainly lead to structural failure.

Retainer Walls – Other Considerations

You should also account for other practical considerations when designing your retaining wall. For example, you may need to incorporate access steps or garden stairs. Additionally, it’s important to carefully plan any garden plantings around the wall to ensure they do not place excessive load on the structure.

Garden Steps – Garden Stairs

Garden steps or stairs are often required alongside retaining walls or as standalone features. While they are practical, designing them can be more complex than it seems. Factors such as maximum and minimum step heights, tread depth, and platforms must be considered according to the Australian Building Code. Our gallery showcases a variety of custom-built garden steps and staircases, crafted from different materials and finishes. These steps can serve as both functional solutions and beautiful design elements in your landscape.

Planting Near Retaining Walls

When planting near retaining walls, avoid placing large plants too close to the structure. As a general guideline, small ornamental plants should be at least 1.5 meters away from the wall. Small shrubs or screening bushes with non-invasive roots are usually safe at this distance. However, large or invasive plants should be kept further away to prevent potential damage to the wall.

Retaining Walls by Instant Greenscene

At Instant Greenscene, we understand that the key to a durable retaining wall lies not only in the choice of materials but also in the quality of installation. With over 25 years of experience in both product selection and installation, we ensure that every project meets the highest standards.

Our consultation process helps you choose the best product for your needs while considering its durability and potential limitations. We pay meticulous attention to every detail, ensuring that the appropriate footings and drainage are used to meet the specific needs of your site.

Contact Instant Greenscene to discuss your requirements further or to book an initial landscape consultation.

We proudly serve Brisbane , Brisbane Northside and the Sunshine Coast. Our expertise includes paving, retaining walls, landscape drainagegarden lighting,  garden designirrigation, water features, deckingscreens, timber structures and fencesVisit our gallery to view some of our stunning before and after landscape transformations

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