Retaining walls exceeding 3 feet in height require an engineered plan retaining wall permits and varying grading requirements such as a geologic and soils report.
Repainting concrete retaining walls.
Start at the top of the retaining wall and apply the paint to the concrete moving downward.
Whether keeping out the damp or sprucing up a room sealing and repainting block walls adds value to a room.
These types of walls typically are the most cost effective of retaining wall options you will find and are extremely durable if installed properly.
Make sure to cover all pores or voids in the concrete retaining wall.
Each retaining wall construction is a unique structure and is designed by a professional soil or structural engineer.
A little stucco and a few natural rocks to cap it off and you ve got it.
Concrete sealer is available at most hardware or home improvement stores.
Manufacturers of paving stones also make wall blocks that match very nicely with their products or can be used on other areas of your property.
Step 7 let the paint dry on the retaining wall for one hour.
I couldn t pass up the opportunity to show this bare concrete retaining wall and an idea that would improve the look of the home exterior and not have it be the eyesore of the neighborhood.
Block walls particularly in basements may be damp.
Concrete sealer prevents water from absorbing into the concrete and helps prevent stains.
How to seal repaint block walls.
Roll on 1 coat of concrete sealer and allow it to dry overnight.