DIY Landscape Ideas

Do-It-Yourself Landscape IdeasWall Systems • Pavers • Patio Stones • Edgers

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4Anchor Block Company,

a leader in landscape

products and a licensed

manufacturer of Anchor

Wall Systems products,

continually invents

stylish ways to help

homeowners improve

their outdoor spaces.

Landscaping Ideas & Products

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Table of Contents

No pins.

No mortar.

No misalignments.Rear-lip block, invented by Anchor,

makes installation fast and accurate.

Anchor—the original rear-lip product!Rear lip

Wall Systems ............................................... 4

Fire Pit Kits ............................................................ 7-8

Pavers .....................................................................9

Patio Stones ................................................. 12

Edgers ..................................................................14

Planning & Installation ................... 15

• Colors shown in this brochure may vary from actual product colors. Check store for actual sample color.

• Some products and colors may not be available in all locations. Check with your local retailer.

• Cover photo: Fresco™ square fire pit kit, Fresco pavers and wall system, Northwoods color.

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Rear lip makes installation easy—

stack and align


stack and align


stack and align


stack and align

Total Wall Height: Build up to 24"

Inspired by the traditional random-course design of hand-chiseled stone.

AshlarstoneTM

Retaining Wall

Block Size: 4"H x 12"L x 7"DBlock Weight: 23.4 lbs.

Cap Size: 2"H x 12"L x 8"DCap Weight: 14.7 lbs.

Tan/Brown

Blended Color:

Wall Systems


The rough-hewn texture and blended colors provide a pleasing stone appearance.

Aspen Stone®

Retaining Wall

Block Size: 4"H x 11 5⁄8"L x 7"DBlock Weight: 23.4 lbs.

Cap Size: 3 3⁄8"H x 12"/9"L x 7 1⁄2"DCap Weight: 14.7 lbs.

SandRed/Charcoal Charcoal

Blended Colors: Solid Colors:

Desert Tan


This traditional face style gives any garden wall a timeless appearance.

Windsor Stone®

Retaining Wall

Block Size: 4"H x 11 5⁄8"L x 7"DBlock Weight: 23.4 lbs.

Cap Size: 3 3⁄8"H x 12"/9"L x 7 1⁄2"DCap Weight: 14.7 lbs.

Solid Colors:Blended Colors:

Desert Tan GrayCharcoalBrown/Buff Tan/Gray


The rugged texture of this compact block makes it ideal for smaller projects.

Carlton®

Retaining Wall

Block Size: 3"H x 10"L x 5 7⁄8"DBlock Weight: 11.3 lbs.

Solid Color:

Tan

Blended Color:

Majestic Gray

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Wall Systems


stack and align


This attractive block has a rough-hewn appearance softened by rounded edges.

Hampton Stone®

Retaining Wall

Block Size: 6"H x 16"L x 10"DBlock Weight: 55 lbs.

Outside diameter: 40"Inside diameter: 28"Height: 12" Pallet Weight: 620 lbs.

Blended Color:

Sand

Blended Color:

Sand

ShortCut®

Cap

The Hudson Stone™ fire pit kit

features a rough-hewn face texture

and is conveniently packaged with:

• 42 Hudson Stone tapered units

• A sturdy 28" metal liner

Hudson Stone™ Fire Pit Kitre Pit Kit


The Diamond® 10D retaining wall system has the dependability of the original Diamond product, but with through-cores for a lighter weight and ease of handling.

Diamond®

10DRetaining Wall

Block Size: 6"H x 17 3⁄4"L x 10"DBlock Weight: 57 lbs.

NEW


stack and align

Straight Walls

Curved Walls

W W W W NNNN

W

W

N

W

N

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N N

W W W

NN

W

N

N N N NW W WW

N

Wideface

Narrowface

Cap Size: 3"H x 8"/7"L x 13"DCap Weight: 23 lbs.

Colors:

See Diamond® 10Dswatches above

Desert Tan Gray

Solid Colors:

Brown/Buff

Blended Color:

This double-faced, tapered cap is ideal for straight or curved walls.

• Sized to minimize cutting

• Alternate narrow (N) / wide (W) faces

• every other cap for straight walls

• Place all narrow (N) faces on one

• side for curved walls

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NEW

Fire Pit Kits

For project ideas: scan with your mobile device or visit anchorblock.com/products/walls/fresco-wall-system/default.aspx

Enhance your outdoor living and create a warm focal point for your outdoor enjoyment.

Northwoods

Northwoods

Northwoods

Mahogany

Blended Colors:

Mahogany

Blended Colors:

Fresco™ Wall System

The components of the Fresco™

wall system are versatile and can be

oriented in any manner to create small

retaining walls, freestanding walls and

outdoor projects.

Rectangle Block Size: 4"H x 12"L x 8"DBlock Weight: 30 lbs.

Tapered Block Size: Front: 4"H x 8 5⁄8"L x 8"DBack: 4"H x 6"L x 8"DBlock Weight: 18 lbs.

With a time-worn appearance the

Fresco™ circle fire pit kit is conveniently

packaged with:

• 57 Fresco tapered blocks

• A sturdy 35" metal liner

• Pallet Weight: 1,133 lbs.

With a time-worn appearance the

Fresco square fire pit kit is conveniently

packaged with:

• 48 Fresco rectangular blocks

• A sturdy 28" x 28" metal liner

• Pallet Weight: 1,457 lbs.

Wall Systems and Pavers

Fresco™ PaversThe smooth surface and

time-worn appearance

of Fresco™ pavers are

suitable for patios,

walkways and driveways.

Medium Rectangle Unit Size: 8 3⁄4"W x 5 7⁄8"L x 2 3⁄8"HWeight: 10 lbs.

Square Unit Size: 8 3⁄4"W x 8 3⁄4"L x 2 3⁄8"HWeight:

Large Rectangle Unit Size: 8 3⁄4"W x 11 3⁄4"L x 2 3⁄8"HWeight: 20 lbs.

Blended Color:

Northwoods

NEW

Removable cooking grate sold separately for both Fresco™ fire pit kits.

Fresco™ CircleFire Pit KitOutside diameter: 52"Inside diameter: 35"Height: 12"

Fresco™ SquareFire Pit KitOutside dimension: 44"Inside dimension: 28"Height: 16"

Blended Color:

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Pavers

Create a beautiful patio or walkway that has the look of real slate without the work of installing natural stone.

Slate Top™

Pavers

Blended Color:

Charcoal/Tan

Rectangle Unit Size: 5 1⁄2"W x 8 1⁄4"L x 2 3⁄8"HWeight: 9 lbs.

Square Unit Size: 5 1⁄2"W x 5 1⁄2"L x 2 3⁄8"HWeight: 6 lbs.

Tan/BrownAutumn Blend Charcoal/Tan

Blended Colors:

Red/CharcoalFieldstone

Holland Pavers

A timeless product that is versatile for many applications. Install with one of three paver patterns shown on page 17 or use as a soldier course.

Unit Size: 3 7⁄8"W x 7 7⁄8"L x 2 3⁄8"HWeight: 6 lbs.

Blended Color:

Autumn Blend

Dutch CobblePavers

Beautiful pavers that bring a warm cobblestone

feel to patios, walkways or driveways . Select

from four patterns (on page 17) to get the look

you want.

Rectangle Unit Size: 5 1⁄2"W x 8 1⁄4"L x 2 3⁄8"HWeight: 9 lbs.

Square Unit Size: 5 1⁄2"W x 5 1⁄2"L x 2 3⁄8"HWeight: 6 lbs.

For planning and installation: Scan with your mobile device or visit www.anchorblock.com/assets/pdf/Dutch_Cobble_Circle_Kit_Pallet_Sheet.pdf

Choose the Circle Kit for an instant patio area

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Autumn Blend

Patio Stones

Foot Notes®

Patio Stones

This amazing product provides the look of genuine flagstone with easy,

streamlined installation because, unlike real flagstone, these stones are

smooth on the bottom and have a uniform height — eliminating leveling

issues as you create stepping paths, walkways and patios.

Size: Various Sizes x 13⁄4"HAverage Weight: 37.3 lbs.

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12

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Rotate each set 90°40"

A 40" walkway pattern

40"

Charcoal/TanBlended Colors:

Blended Colors: Charcoal/Tan

Tan/BrownSolid Color: Tan

CobblestonePatio Stones

Size: 16"W x 16"L x 2"HWeight: 38 lbs.

Tan/Brown

Slate TopTM

Patio Stones

A rugged, textured top simulates the

look of real slate while the smooth,

even bottom and uniform height make

it easy to level and install.

Size: 16" Diam. x 2"HWeight: 34 lbs.

16" Round Patio Stones Brickface Patio Stones

Exposed Aggregate

Size: 12" W x 12"L x 2"H Weight: 22 lbs.

Blended Color: Charcoal/Tan

12" Square Patio Stones


Solid Colors: Red

Gray

Size: 16" W x 16"L x 2"H Weight: 38 lbs.

BlendedColors: Tan/Brown

Charcoal/Tan

Solid Colors: Copper

Red

Solid Color: Gray

16" Square Patio Stones



Cobblestone

Random Cobblestone

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The clean lines of the Anchor Edge® edger add bold symmetry to curved borders.

Anchor Edger®

Edgers

Rivers EdgeTM edgers blend gracefully and naturally into any environment. Great for borders and pathways, their sculpted surface emulates the look of natural stone.

Rivers EdgeTM

Edgers

Block Size: 3 5⁄8"W x 12"L x 3 5⁄8"HBlock Weight: 12 lbs.

Block Size: 4"W x 12 1⁄4"L x 3"HBlock Weight: 10.5 lbs.

Blended Colors: Charcoal/Tan Tan/Brown

Blended Color: Tan/Brown

EdgersDo • it •yourSElf Patio Stone installation

Do • it •yourSElf Edger installation

1. Stakes & String Line

4. Lay Patio Stones

5. Install Edging

6. Fill Joints

3. Screed Sand

2. Prepare and Compact Base

MAtEriAlS & toolS NEEDED1. Gloves2. Circular Saw3. Shovel4. String5. Chisel6. Level

7. Stakes8. Safety Glasses9. Rubber Mallet10. Paver Base11. Hand Rake

3. Lay & Level Edger Units

4. Cut Edger Units

2. Prepare Base

1. Stake Out Remove Sod

Curves

36" MinimumRadius

Circle

MinimumOutside

Diameter:

72"Approx. 6'

PCS. DiAMEtEr PCS. DiAMEtEr PCS. DiAMEtEr PCS. DiAMEtEr

How Many EDGERS Do I Need? Curved Applications

18 = 72" 21 = 84" 24 = 96" 27 = 108"

19 = 76" 22 = 88" 25 = 100" 28 = 112"

20 = 80" 23 = 92" 26 = 104" 29 = 116"

Edger/Patio Stone Installation

MAtEriAlS & toolS NEEDED(Some tools are available to rent.

Not all tools are required for all projects.)

1. Gloves2. Hammer3. Chisel4. Paver Base5. Tamper6. Safety Glasses7. Play Sand8. Level9. Stakes

10. Rake11. Edging String12. 1" Pipes13. Spikes 14. Plate Compactor15. Shovel16. Polymeric Joint Sand17. Circular Saw

1. Begin by laying out the project using stakes and string line or garden hose (great for curves). Dig a trench 6" wide by 4" deep.

2. Smooth the bottom of the trench. Place 1" of paver base in the bottom of the trench and firmly compact.

3. Position edgers end to end in the trench. Using a rubber mallet, tamp the edgers firmly into place. Use a carpenter’s level to ensure your project is level.

4. Edgers can be easily cut to fit your project by using a circular saw with a masonry blade or a hammer and chisel. read and understand the operating manual before using a saw.

1. Begin by laying out the project using stakes and string line. Add 6" to the perimeter of the finished patio. Mark and remove sod. Excavate area to a depth of 7".

2. Install paver base and thoroughly compact to a finished depth of 4". Use a landscaper’s rake to remove any high spots, fill in low spots and compact. Repeat as necessary.

3. Lay two 1" diameter pipes parallel on base. Spread 1" of play sand over compacted base. Screed the play sand by dragging a 2" x 4" board over pipes. Remove pipes and fill voids with sand.

4. Lay patio stones in the desired pattern. If the pattern requires cutting, patio stones can be cut using a circular saw with a masonry blade.

5. Place edging around entire project 3" from edge of compacted aggregate. Install edging and spikes according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

6. Fill joints by sweeping additional play sand over the patio. Remove remaining play sand from the top of the project. If using the Foot Notes® patio stone, polymeric joint sand may be substituted for play sand to inhibit weed growth between stones. read and understand the operating manual before using a saw.

See page 17 for Calculation Tips

Red/CharcoalSolid Colors: Cambray Tan

Charcoal Red

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1. Select a shape for your paver project:

2. Plan the dimensions of your finished project, accurate to one inch.

3. Calculate the area (total square feet) of your project. This will determine the total amount of pavers, base material, and play sand that you will need:

Rectangle ____ x ____= square feet A B ExAMPLE: 12' x 8' = 96 square feet

L-Shaped: (____x____) = _____ (____x____) = ____ ____ + ____ = square feet E F K H I L K L ExAMPLE: (4' x 4' ) = 16' (4' x 8' ) = 32' 16' + 32' = 48 square feet

4. Compute the perimeter to determine edging and/or border quantity: Rectangle: ____ + ____ + ____ + ____ = ____ linear feet A B C D ExAMPLE: 12' + 8' + 12' + 8' = 40 linear feet

L-Shaped: ____ + ____ + ____ + ____ + ____ + ____ = ____ linear feet E F G H I J ExAMPLE: 4' + 4' + 4' + 4' + 8' + 8' = 32 linear feet

5. Select your AnchorTM paver product and pattern; then calculate the number of pavers needed using the dimensions provided.

6. Determine the amount of paver base material necessary. Minimum 4" deep for paths and patios — Square feet of project x 0.33 = cubic feet of paver base. Square feet of project x 0.66 = cubic feet of paver base.

7. Calculate the amount of play sand needed over the base and between joints. Square feet of project x 0.083 = cubic feet of sand (add approximately a half cubic foot per 100 square feet of pavers for joints).

8. Compute the required quantity of edge restraint & spikes.

9. Figure the total cost of your project (on the next page).

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D 8' B 8'

C12'

RECTANGLE

J 8'

H 4'

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L-SHAPED

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Planning Paver Projects

Do • it •yourSElf Paver installation

1. remove Sod

2. Prepare and Compact Base

3. Screed Sand

5. install Edging

4. lay Pavers

6. Compact/ Spread Sand

Substitute polymeric joint sand in place of play sand to inhibit weed growth between pavers. read manufacturer instructions.

read and understand the operating manual before using a saw.

Snow and ice removal: To maintain the best surface integrity, use plastic blades on snow plow and raise blades on snow blower. Do not use sharp objects to chop ice as they can damage the surface.

1. Excavate the installation area to approximately 6" larger on all sides than the actual finished size.

2. Install paver base to a compacted finished thickness of 7" for patios and walkways and 11 3/8" for driveways. Paver base should be installed in 2" increments and thoroughly compacted. The final grade should slope away from the house, dropping 1/4" per foot for drainage.

3. Lay two 1" diameter pipes parallel on base. Spread 1" of play sand over compacted base. Screed the play sand by dragging a 2" x 4" board over pipes. Remove pipes and fill voids with sand.

4. Lay pavers in the desired pattern. If the pattern requires cutting, the pavers can be cut with a circular saw using a masonry blade.

5. Install e dging and spikes around the entire project according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Install paver edge 6" from edge of compacted aggregate.

6. Compact the installed pavers with a plate compactor in both directions with at least two passes. Once compacted, spread play sand on the pavers and sweep into joints. Compact again to ensure that all joints are completely full. Repeat as necessary. Sweep off remaining sand from pavers.

# of Pavers Needed _________ X $ ________ = $ ________

Paver Base Material* _________ X $ ________ = $ ________

Play Sand _________ X $ ________ = $ ________

Edging _________ X $ ________ = $ ________

Spikes _________ X $ ________ = $ ________

Tool Rental _________ X $ ________ = $ ________

Delivery $ ________

Estimated total Project Cost $ ________

*Must be converted from cubic feet to bags.

Paver Project Costing Worksheet

• Gloves• Shovel• String• Chisel• Level• Stakes• Safety Glasses• Hammer• Rubber Mallet

• Tamper• Pipes• Edging• Spikes• Tub Saw• Paver Base• Play Sand• Plate Compactor

MAtEriAlS & toolS NEEDED(Some tools are available to rent.

Not all tools are required for all projects.)

1:1 Random Basket Weave3: 1 Running Bond

Patterns for Slate TopTM Pavers & Dutch Cobble Pavers

Running Bond Herringbone Parquet 1:1 Running Bond

Patterns for Holland Pavers

1:1:1 Random 1:2:1 Random

Patterns forFrescoTM Pavers

Large LargeMedium Medium

Coverage: 4.6 pcs. / sq. ft. 0.45 pcs. / sq. ft.0.76 pcs. / sq. ft. 0.56 pcs. / sq. ft.Squares = 4.76 pcs./sq. ft. and Rectangles = 3.17 pcs. / sq. ft.

How Many

Stones Will

I Need For

My Project?

100 sq.ft.

150 sq.ft.

240 sq.ft.

400 sq.ft.

40 sq.ft.

80 sq.ft.

5 Pieces

Pieces Squares Rectangles Squares Rectangles Squares Rectangles Pieces Pieces

460 191 191 318 106 143 222 100 9 Sets

690 285 285 479 157 214 333 150 15 Sets

1,104 456 456 766 251 347 532 240 24 Sets

1,840 764 764 1,276 419 572 888 400 36 Sets

184 76 76 128 42 57 89 40 6 Sets

368 152 152 256 84 114 178 80 12 Sets

Slate TopTM Pavers & Dutch Cobble Pavers Holland 1:1 Running Bond

3:1 Running Bond Basket Weave 16" x 16" Foot Notes®

Pavers or 1:1 Random Patio Stones Patio Stones*

ApproximateStones

Needed for Projects

FrescoTM Pavers

Square

44

66

106

173

18

36

Rectangle

63

95

151

250

25

50

Rectangle

63

95

151

250

25

50

Square

63

95

151

250

25

50

Rectangle

88

132

212

246

36

72

Rectangle

44

66

106

173

18

36

1:1:1 Random 1:2:1 Random

20'

4'

10'

10'

20'

2'

20'

12'

15'

10'

20'

20'

*Not sold as a set

12" x 12"

64

96

135

225

30

45

Large LargeMedium Medium

Go to www.anchorblock.com/for-professionals/default.aspx for our online paver calculator and visualizer.

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Choose your retaining wall block and color, then:

1. Estimate the number of courses of block in your finished wall. Bury half of the first course for walls one, two or three courses high. Bury the first full course if wall is four courses or higher.

2. Determine number of blocks needed by multiplying the total number of blocks per course times the number of courses.

Length of wall in inches _______ X Height of wall in inches _______ = Total square inches = _______ Total square inches divided by 144 = _________ square feet of wall

Divide wall square feet: by 0.33 for Ashlarstone™ product = _______ blocks. by 0.33 for Aspen Stone® product = _______ blocks. by 0.21 for Carlton® product = _______ blocks. by 0.74 for Diamond® 10D product = _______ blocks. by 0.33 for Fresco™ product = _______ blocks. by 0.66 for Hampton Stone® product = _______ blocks. by 0.33 for Windsor Stone® product = _______ blocks.

3. Determine the total cubic feet of paver base needed by multiplying the number of linear feet of wall times 0.4 cubic foot. This will give you a 4" deep base, 14" wide. Please refer to specific product information for recommended base depth.

Total wall linear ft. ____ x 0.4 cubic foot = ____ total cubic ft. paver base.

Example: 10 linear feet of wall x 0.4 cubic foot = 4 cubic feet of paver base. (1 cubic foot = 120 lbs.)

4. Calculate the amount of drainage aggregate that you’ll need behind the wall.

Total linear ft. of wall x height ____ x 0.5 cubic foot = ____ total cubic feet of drainage aggregate. This will give you 6" of drainage aggregate behind the wall.

Example: 10 ft. long x 2 ft. high x 0.5 = 10 cubic feet of drainage aggregate behind the wall. (1 cubic foot = 120 lbs.)

Planning Wall Projects

Hampton Stone®

5' 10' 15' 20' 25' 30'

1 Course 4 8 12 15 19 23

2 Courses 8 15 23 30 38 45

3 Courses 12 23 34 45 56 68

4 Courses 15 30 45 60 75 90

5 Courses 19 38 56 75 94 112

6 Courses 23 45 68 90 112 135

7 Courses 27 53 79 105 131 157

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AshlarstoneTM/ Aspen Stone®/Windsor Stone®

5' 10' 15' 20' 25' 30'

1 Course 6 11 16 21 27 32

2 Courses 11 21 32 42 53 63

3 Courses 16 32 47 63 79 94

4 Courses 21 42 63 84 105 125

5 Courses 27 53 79 105 131 157

6 Courses 32 63 94 125 157 188

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5' 10' 15' 20' 25' 30'

Ashlarstone Qty 6 10 16 20 26 30

Aspen Stone/Windsor Stone Qty 6 12 18 23 29 35

CAPS WAll lENGtH

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1 Course 6 12 18 24 30 36

2 Courses 12 24 36 48 60 72

3 Courses 18 36 54 72 90 107

4 Courses 24 48 72 96 120 143

5 Courses 30 60 90 120 149 179

6 Courses 36 72 108 143 179 215

7 Courses 42 84 125 167 208 250

8 Courses 48 96 143 191 239 286

Carlton®

WAll lENGtHWAll HEiGHt

5' 10' 15' 20' 25' 30'

Quantity for straight wall 8 16 24 32 40 48

Quantity for curved wall 9 18 27 36 44 53

ShortCut® CAPS WAll lENGtH

Diamond® 10D

5' 10' 15' 20' 25' 30'

1 Course 4 7 11 14 17 21

2 Courses 7 14 21 28 34 41

3 Courses 11 21 31 41 51 61

4 Courses 14 28 41 55 68 82

5 Courses 17 34 51 68 85 102

6 Courses 21 41 61 82 102 122

7 Courses 24 48 71 95 119 142

Do • it •yourSElf frescotM Wall installation

See “Retaining Wall Installation” on page 19 except note the following differences.

• Step 4: No need to remove rear lips or use as alignment in building wall.

• Eliminate Step 5.

• FrescoTM wall block can be used as a cap, if desired.

• Use exterior-grade concrete adhesive to secure each block in the top two rows.

1. Stake Out/Remove Sod

2. Add & Compact Gravel

3. Level Base

4. Lay and Level Blocks

5. Add Drainage Aggregate

6. Split/Cut Block

8. Glue Cap

7. Mark & Cut Cap

Installing Your Wall Project

MAtEriAlS & toolS NEEDED• Gloves• Circular Saw• Shovel• String• Chisel• Level• Stakes• Safety Glasses

• Hammer• Paver Base• Hand Rake• Filter fabric• Tamper• Adhesive• Drainage Aggregate

1. Begin by laying out the wall. Use stakes with a string line or a garden hose (excellent for curved walls) to mark the location of the back of the wall. Use the information below to determine the size of the trench needed, and then dig the trench.

the width of the trench should be twice the depth (front to back) of the block.

• For block that is 4 inches deep make the trench 8 inches wide.

• For block that is 5.5 inches deep make the trench 11 inches wide.




trench depth:

• For walls under 24 inches high (including the base course), make the trench deep enough to bury half of the block of the first course plus 4 inches of compacted base material.

Example: for 4-inch-high block, dig a trench 6 inches deep.

• For walls over 24 inches high (including the base course), make the trench deep enough to bury a full block of the first course plus 6 inches of base material.

Example: for 6-inch-high block, dig a trench 12 inches deep.

If the property slopes, start the trench at the lowest point and step the trench up or down as necessary, making sure that at least half of the first course block will be buried.

2. Remove loose soil and firmly compact the soil in the bottom of the trench with the tamper. Add a layer of base material in the bottom of the trench; rake out and firmly compact. Base material can be paver base or an equivalent to 3/4-inch minus (with fines) aggregate. Use the appropriate amount of base material for the height of the wall you are building.

3. Use a carpenter’s level to level base material from front to back and side to side; check the level every few feet. Add more base material and repeat process as needed until appropri-ate base depth is achieved. The more level the base material, the easier it is to level the block when building the wall.

4. Use a hammer and chisel to remove the rear lips from all blocks for the first course. Position the individual blocks side by side on the prepared base so that front edges of the block are touching and the back edge aligns with the string line. Level block in both directions, adjusting with the rubber mallet if necessary. Begin next course by laying a block

with the rear lip facing down, in a staggered relationship to the course beneath (running bond). Pull each block forward until the lip is securely in contact with the blocks below. Check each course for level before continuing and make adjustments with rubber mallet. Repeat the process until the desired wall height is reached.

5. Place filter fabric directly behind the wall extending from the bottom of the first course to the middle of the top course. Fill behind each course with drainage aggregate (such as 3/4-inch free draining) that extends 6 inches behind the wall. Compact aggregate with tamper. Organic soil or clay-type soil is not recommended for backfill material.

6. Cutting or splitting blocks may be required for your project.

• To split a block: Use a hammer and chisel to score the block on all sides. Pound the chisel on the score line until the block splits.

• To cut a block: Use a circular saw with a masonry blade.

• To cut a 90-degree mitered corner: Use a circular saw with a masonry blade. Cut a 45-degree angle on two blocks. Glue cut sides together with exterior grade concrete adhesive so the two faces form the finished outside corner.

7. To cap the wall, slide the cap forward so the face of the cap overhangs the face of the wall approximately 1 inch. For capping curves, trim the caps to follow the radius of the wall. Place a cap at the beginning of the curve, skip a space and place the next cap in the third position. Rest a cap on top of the original two, aligning the face with the adjacent caps. Mark the bottom of the cap along the edges (as shown in illustration 7). Use a circular saw with a masonry blade to cut the marked cap. On a 90-degree corner, two caps need to be saw-cut to achieve a 45-degree mitered corner. At the end of the wall, cut the cap so the manufactured edge is exposed and the cut edge is against the next cap.

8. Use an exterior-grade concrete construction adhesive to secure the caps.

Always wear eye protection when splitting blocks.

read and understand the operating manual before using a saw.

Do • it •yourSElf retaining Wall installationFor FrescoTM Wall System see page 18

WAll lENGtHWAll HEiGHt

FrescoTM

5' 10' 15' 20' 25' 30'

1 Course 6 11 16 21 27 32

2 Courses 11 21 32 42 53 63

3 Courses 16 32 47 63 79 94

4 Courses 21 42 63 84 105 125

5 Courses 27 53 79 105 131 157

6 Courses 32 63 94 125 157 188

5' 10' 15' 20' 25' 30'

Quantity needed 8 15 23 30 38 45

frescotM CAPS* WAll lENGtH

* 8" width faced forward as pictured on cover.

See Aspen Stone®/Windsor Stone® Cap quantity

See ShortCut® Cap quantity

Quantity calculations are rounded up to the next block. Product dimensions may vary or change without notice. The number of caps neededis based on straight walls, unless otherwise noted — additional caps may be required for curved walls.

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Anchor Block Company, 5959 Baker Road, Suite 390, Minnetonka, MN 55345

Ph 800-440-8657 www.anchorblock.com ©2014 Anchor Block Company. Anchor Block Company manufactures the retaining wall systems described in this document under license from Anchor Wall Systems, Inc. The logos, slogans, product names and other trademarks shown in this document are trademarks of Anchor Wall Systems, Inc. or Anchor Block Company.Anchor Block Company’s complete line of walls, pavers and edgers is locally made in Minnesota. Products manufactured by Anchor Block Company are covered by a limited warranty and are subject to Terms and Conditions of sale. Visit www.anchorblock.com to see the full text of that limited warranty.

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