CHOOSING YOUR RETAINING WALL MATERIAL – DO IT THE RIGHT WAY!

Should you buy retaining walls made of timber, concrete or steel?

The answer to this question will be defined by several factors that we’re going to consider in this article. So often we see customers coming in with images they’ve downloaded off the Internet without proper understanding of the impact those retaining wall will have on their property in future. For example, timber is a great material that looks fantastic once installed, however if you live in an area that’s subject to dampness and the occasional rain, you might want to reconsider and get concrete sleepers instead.

How to choose your retaining wall material?

First determine what you intend to do with the retaining wall. What is its major purpose? Secondly, consider your climate. Is it suitable for installing the material you’re after? If you’re not sure about this, don’t hesitate to reach out to retaining wall experts such as Concrete Sleepers to help you figure out these technicalities.

Your project will determine the material, size, and type of blocks you’ll be recommended. Failure to choose the right retaining wall material can see you facing a total-rebuild after a year or two. Now, you don’t want that do you?

Consider what your neighbours have done

If you’re still looking for ideas on the type of material to opt for and would like to see what it will look like once installed, you can take a walk around your neighbourhood. See what others have done. See what you like and what 

you don’t like. You’ll learn a lot just by studying what others have done. It’s also the easiest way to pick up on the mistakes made by others that you don’t want to make. Notice the colours that look good, the designs that enhance homes, and of course the materials used.

Consider the budget

Now that you’ve defined your retaining wall’s purpose, seen what your neighbours have done, and read up on the benefits of each type of material, it’s time to look at the cost. The best way to do this is by getting quotes from at least three local retaining wall suppliers. If you live in Sydney, a reliable supplier to contact is Concrete Sleepers. They offer inexpensive, quality retaining walls in a variety of colours, textures and styles. They can even custom-make any retaining wall to suit your project needs.

Consult with retaining wall experts

With all the information you’ve gathered for your project, you may now want to get an expert opinion on your selection. Professionals can help you make the best decision because they have the expertise and experience to suggest the best retaining wall material for residential as well as commercial properties.

Where to buy retaining walls?

Concrete Sleepers Sydney is a leading supplier of retaining walls, step kits, and sleepers of all kinds. We offer retaining walls designed to support modern-day architecture. Our retaining walls are solid, sturdy, aesthetically pleasing to look at, and designed to withstand the test of time. Browse through our extensive product range. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to contact our friendly support team on .