Collaboration between Firth, Brian Perry Civil and Humes has produced a proven range of modular concrete retaining wall solutions that are available for DIY residential projects - large and small - through to highly engineered civil structures. The appropriate wall for your situation will depend on a number of things - a critical criteria being the height of the wall.
The new Retaining Wall Systems brochure provides solutions in three height categories:
For the residential market, modular concrete retaining wall systems such as the Keystone® range and masonry blocks offer many advantages including:
• Long life - concrete product is renowned for its durability - it will not rot or rust
• Low maintenance
• Attractive finish - choose from a variety of colours and textures
• Uninterrupted, vertical retaining walls can be created
• Ease of construction
• Standard designs
This easy to follow, colour coded guide will help you select the system that is right for you and will help determine whether a building consent is required, you can construct the wall yourself or whether the services of an engineer or qualified builder are required.
For a copy of the new Retaining Wall Systems brochure click here or contact us at info@firth.co.nz or 0800 347841.