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  • Allan Block Retaining Wall 90 Degree Bend

    Allan Block Retaining Wall 90 Degree Bend

    This short video clearly shows how to saw-cut an Allan Block to make a 90-degree bend.   The block requires cutting so that it will fit perfectly when using the 6- or 9-degree batter blocks.  This is a MUST SEE video if you build Allan Block retaining walls or sell them. Joseph Kowalski, P.E. www.RetainingWallExpert.com Current State PE Registrations

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  • Retaining Wall Base Course Installation

    Retaining Wall Base Course Installation

    To have a level, attractive, well-built MSE wall (block retaining wall) the first course of wall blocks MUST be perfect. The first course must be straight and level, both side-to-side and front-to-back. Any errors in the base course become amplified as the wall is built up. For the leveling course, you need to use a well graded stone that is compacted in place. After compaction, each block should be carefully installed making sure that it is level and it is […]

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