Calculate how much gravel you need.
Building a stacked stone retaining wall.
This is a great diy project with a little help from the family and friends.
In this video we will be showing you how to build a small stackble retaining wall.
According to stone plus the wall s width should measure half its height so a wall that stands 3 feet tall needs to be 1 1 2 feet wide.
To do so multiply your wall s height by its width by its length.
How to build a natural dry stacked stone free standing or retaining rock wall.
It sincerely breaks my heart every time i see a wall built with stone blocks courtesy of big box stores inspired by diy cable tv.
This formula will tell you how many cubic feet of stone to order.
Dig out a trench of at least 6 10 inches.
Plan out the wall s height and base thickness.
And i love rock walls.
Prepare a solid foundation or base.