Split face block have been split in the middle to create a ruff facing sides rather than smoothly formed facing to create a less industrial look.
Split face concrete block retaining wall.
With its highly textured split face and refined beauty of hewn chiseled stone the stonewall select retaining wall system blends in beautifully in any home landscape scheme.
Place the block that will be split on a solid surface not on loose dirt or sand.
The straight split face block retaining wall system provides clean lines for a wide range of retaining wall projects.
Three basic types of block used for raised planters and retaining wall structures.
The region s choice for concrete block split face block lightweight glazed block rockwood retaining walls and much more walden industries provides custom block in sizes of six eight ten and 12 inches.
A completed 100 square foot project will cost between 1 200 and 1 500 depending on the difficulty of the installation.
Split face block also called rock faced is a concrete building unit with a faux finish on one side that mimics natural stone.
The rough surface adds dimension while discouraging graffiti when used for masonry walls.
These are commonly used for retaining walls and decorative features.
Measure from one end of the block and mark all four faces sides at the desired length.
Over the years block has evolved from the simple two cell rectangular unit often called cinder block to much more elaborate and attractive split face.
Standard concrete block cmu this block measures 8 x 8 x 16 and features two identical openings or cells.
The diamond retaining wall system straight face can be used with geosynthetic reinforcement for tall wall applications.
An average 100 square foot wall will run about 1 350.
Retaining walls are relatively rigid walls used for supporting the soil mass laterally so that the soil can be retained at different levels on the two.
Optional step and cap accessories provide even more design versatility.
For an attractive retaining wall with enduring performance the diamond product is the perfect choice.
Concrete block with split face has one smooth face and one fractured face.
Concrete masonry provides a cost effective answer to a variety of essential building needs including structure fire separation architectural finish sound control and low maintenance.