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There are some reasons for the popularity of retaining walls in residential as well as commercial premises. With the right choice of a retaining wall, you can add some beautiful hardscaping into your compound.

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Concrete walls can also save your yard as they prevent manage the flow of water while preventing soil erosion. Here are some of the common types of retaining walls and their uses.

Gravity Retaining Walls

This is the most common type of retaining wall. It holds soil using its mass and weight. In most cases, these walls are massive as they need considerable gravity load to withstand soil pressure. Since weight is a consideration in their construction, these walls can be made using a wide range of materials. Some of the standard material options available are pavers, unmortared stones, and bricks. The dry-stacked stones can also be used.

If the wall is short, it will not require any extra reinforcement. The majority of walls may need a small trench to be dug where the wall can fit into. Others require a concrete footer where they can sit on. When constructing this kind of wall, you will need to consider overturning, sliding, and bearing force. This wall is usually very economical if its height is less than 3 meters.

Cantilevered Retaining Wall

This type of wall is also referred to as a reinforced retaining wall. This is because it contains steel bars that are added to the concrete wall. The wall is usually built on a slab foundation. This type of wall is commonly used in commercial premises due to its strength.

Sheet Piling Wall

If you are trying to build a retaining wall in an area limited by space, you may want to consider the sheet piling wall. This wall consists of a thin wall of wood, steel, or vinyl driven into the soil. In most cases, these types of walls are reinforced with a corrugated structure. When constructing a more prominent wall, you may need additional machining like it is the case with anchored retaining walls.

Anchored Retaining Wall

With this wall, you can use anchors dug into the ground to support a wide range of retaining wall fronts. The anchors can then be attached to strips or cables. This method is an excellent choice for providing support to any of the high walls. However, it is commonly used in thinner walls that are expected to withstand higher loads.

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