Privacy, safety, security—these are only a few of the reasons that homeowners build solid, durable garden walls. Although it's immensely satisfying to construct one ...

Discover the art of backyard renovation with our easy-to-follow guide on laying cinder blocks. Unleash your creativity with ...

Size the trench so there's enough room for the retaining wall block and at least 8 in. of space behind it. Excavate deep ...

A well-built cinder-block wall can be a thing of beauty — sides that are straight, courses that are level, space that is neatly enclosed. Cinder-block walls are the foundation of choice in new ...

A yard with a steep slope can be difficult to landscape. Build a block retaining wall to add level tiers to your yard, which prevent erosion and provide a perfect place for a flower garden.

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 ...