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9 best natural stones for a retaining wall that adds privacy to your yard

Of all the materials you can use for your retaining wall, natural stones are some of the most durable and beautiful. Here are the best options available.

The Retaining Wall Trend You Won't See In 2026 (And That's The Point)

Those looking to build a trendy retaining wall for their yard need look no further. We know what's popular in 2026, and you ...
SFGate

Household retainer / Whether of wood, mortared materials or interlocking blocks, retaining walls shore up hillsides, add to usable outdoor space

The desire to have a bit of land to call your own is not an uncommon one. However, in the Bay Area, finding our own personal outdoor space can be a challenge. Some of us live in newer housing ...
The Topeka Capital-Journal

Materials key to design of retaining wall

Retaining walls were first created to perform the simple and necessary task of holding back earth. And with good reason: Erosion is a natural process, but when it means soil being washed off your ...