How do you make a railway sleeper retaining wall?
Constructing a retaining wall out of upright sleepers is pretty straightforward. Simply dig a trench, lower the sleepers in vertically side by side, and then backfill with a dry concrete mix, that you can ram down around the railway sleepers untill the wall is rigid.
How much does a concrete sleeper retaining wall cost?
Retaining Wall Pricing
| Wall type | Price Per m2 up to 1M high | Price Per m2 up to 2M high |
|---|---|---|
| Timber Sleepers | $300 | $450 |
| Concrete sleepers | $400 | $550 |
| Rendered blockwork | $400 | $700 |
| Traditional stone wall | $450 | $750 |
What sleepers are best for retaining wall?
Wooden sleepers are an excellent alternative to bricks or concrete for building retaining walls in your garden. Not only do they look beautiful, but they are often a much more affordable option. Garden sleepers can be used both horizontally and vertically when building a retaining wall.
Can you cement railway sleepers?
Simply dig a trench, lower the railway sleepers in vertically side by side, and then backfill with a dry concrete mix, that you can ram down around the railway sleepers untill the wall is rigid. If the ground is damp, the concrete will set without having to add water.
How long will sleepers last in the ground?
How long do railway sleepers last? Railway sleepers will last for years, with our softwood treated sleepers they can last around 8 to 10 years due to the pressurised treatment, UC4 sleepers extend this to 15 years. Softwood that is left untreated will still last around two to five years.
What is the least expensive retaining wall?
What is the cheapest retaining wall material?
- Treated pine and is the least expensive material.
- Hardwood is more expensive than treated pine.
- Railway sleepers are another – slightly more expensive – option and are built to withstand ground and water contact.
- Concrete sleepers are more expensive.
How deep do retaining wall posts need to be?
Pour concrete into holes and level. The post holes into which the retaining wall posts will be placed shall be 450mm diameter with minimum 100mm concrete cover below the post. Footing depth is typically equal to the height of the retaining wall. For this example, therefore, the post hole is 1200mm.
How do you attach sleepers to concrete?
Cut your sleepers to your required length, which could be random for a rustic look. Then mix up some lean mortar, such as 6:1, to be used as a concrete base and haunching. Place at least a 50mm bed of concrete in the bottom of the trench and start inserting the sleepers, haunching them up as you go.
How do you lay railway sleepers on soil?
How to lay garden sleepers
- Secure your sleepers. When using sleepers for a retaining wall, or for steps or terracing, firstly, make sure your area is clear of debris and vegetation and dig down a shallow trench.
- Stack your sleepers.
- Connect sleepers together.
- Finish your surface.
How can I build a retaining wall out of railway sleepers?
Constructing a retaining wall out of upright railway sleepers is pretty straightforward. Simply dig a trench, lower the railway sleepers in vertically side by side, and then backfill with a dry concrete mix, that you can ram down around the railway sleepers untill the wall is rigid.
Can you use dry cement for railway sleepers?
The advantage of a dry cement mix is that whilst constructing the wall, you can take out and re-position the railway sleepers without getting wet concrete everywhere. If the ground is damp, the concrete will set without having to add water. If not, simply use a watering can or hose.
Why are concrete sleepers used for retaining walls?
Concrete sleeper retaining walls are highly durable and provide a much stronger retaining wall. The benefit of designing and building retaining walls with concrete sleepers is that they look the same as timber walls. In fact, they look neater, cleaner and more elegant, in our opinion! Furthermore, they take up about the same space.
What can I use as a retaining wall?
Wooden railway sleepers are an excellent alternative to bricks or concrete for building retaining walls in your garden. Not only do they look beautiful, but they are often a much more affordable option.
