Retaining Walls Sunshine Coast

Timber sleeper retaining walls are the most popular retaining wall we install in residential homes on the Sunshine Coast. 

Timber provides a type of natural charm which is hard to achieve with any other retaining wall product. 

Timber retaining walls are cost effective both in material and construction costs. Being a natural product, timber can be affected by moisture, rot and termite attack. However, a well built and maintained timber wall will usually last 15-20 years. Construction can be either from treated CCA treated pine or longer lasting CCA treated hardwood. 

Hardwood sleeper retaining walls can cost a little more to install but you'll be rewarded with slightly more longevity. A third type of timber retaining wall is the CCA treated pine log sleeper retaining wall.

Posts for timber sleeper retaining walls can be either made from timber itself, or alternatively, with hot dipped galvanised steel posts for better longevity.

Concrete sleeper retaining walls are becoming more and more popular on the Sunshine Coast. They will not rot, warp or shrink like timber is prone to doing, and they are also not obviously affected by termites. A concrete sleeper wall, when built well, will last a generation with an average life expectancy of 30-60 years.  Posts for these concrete walls are typically hot dipped galvanised steel posts (using C, H and corner profiles). However a concrete post is also an option.

There are an abundance of colours/styles/finishes in the concrete sleeper line up, ranging from plain grey concrete finishes to popular wood grain and stacked stone finishes, as well as block wall imitation finishes. There are also variances in the sleeper's length and width, the size of the reinforcing inside as well as the strength (MPa) of the concrete used during manufacture.

Link block retaining walls are the perfect solution to add depth and character to your yard, with the ability to create complex shapes including straight lined walls, curved walls and to incorporate steps and corners. In a flat yard, retaining wall blocks can be used for steps, benches and raised garden beds. If your land is on a gradient, retaining link blocks can add terraces and provide you with more usable living space. Whatever method you choose, adding a link block retaining wall to your yard will add tremendous value to your home and landscape.

Boral, Austral GB Masonry and Adbri manufacture an amazing variety of link blocks for retaining walls, with numerous variances in aesthetics and colours. Some of the link block variants include Boral Keystone, Boral Garden Wall, Austral Palm Range, Adbri Meadston, just to name a few. Each link block style also varies in the maximum build height, drainage and reinforcing they require. Speak to us today to discuss your various link block retaining wall options.

Grey concrete blocks are very popular on the Sunshine Coast for construction of retaining walls. These are the traditional large type of blocks that are made from concrete, and have hollow sections running through their middle, to minimise weight.

Due to their strength, concrete block walls are fundamentally suited to retaining large volumes of earth but their strength has other benefits such as resistance to extreme weather conditions such as floods, high heat and strong winds. 

Some of the other benefits of these blocks are that they don't really suffer from shrinkage so are less likely to crack. They allow for flexibility in terms of design and shape, and they are light in weight. Also,  some require no mortar which results in faster construction times and therefore lower installation costs.

Despite being traditional in shape, concrete blocks will create an aesthetically pleasing and attractive element to your Sunshine Coast backyard. When these retaining walls are combined with matching pavers and various other elements, they lend classic appearance to your entire landscape.

Sandstone retaining walls will provide a natural, classy and elegant touch to your outdoor space, and they are cheaper than you think.

Sandstone is available in A and B grade sawn blocks. The difference between A grade sandstone and B grade blocks is primarily the number of cut surfaces, and the shape of the sandstone blocks. For a neater, more structured, straighter sandstone retaining wall, our recommendation is the use of A grade sandstone. 

Yes, typically the cost of the sandstone is more than some other retaining wall materials, however installation is often quicker. Contact us today to organise a quote on a sandstone retaining wall at your Sunshine Coast home, business or property development. You might be pleasantly surprised!

Stone retaining walls are incredibly elegant and will add value and style to your Sunshine Coast home. When done right, natural stone blends seamlessly with the rest of the aesthetic of a garden. 

A natural stone retaining wall is incredibly strong and more than capable of holding back the weight of large masses of earth and rocks. They will not deteriorate in Queensland's harsh environment and will stand the test of time for possibly generations.

Being a natural product, a stone wall will not rust or rot, will not require cleaning, re-painting, sealing or polishing so they will virtually require no maintenance.

Stone retaining walls are incredibly labour intensive to build, but despite the additional cost, you'll be rewarded with a showpiece on your property that is both functional and will last for generations.

Gabions are cages filled with rocks, concrete, or sand with soil that have been used in civil engineering dating back to the 14th century. However, gabions filled with natural stones are becoming increasingly popular for retaining walls in properties on the Sunshine Coast QLD.

The major benefit with a gabion retaining wall is that they drain exceptionally well, so they don't have the pressures of water building up behind the wall, which can sometimes be an issue with other retaining wall materials.

The other benefit of a gabion retaining walls is that they are strong, durable and exceptionally long lasting. As long as the external cage remains intact, the natural stones inside will last for generations. Call us today to learn more about gabion retaining walls and pricing for their installation.

Benchmark Retaining Walls can also assist you with the removal and disposal of old retaining walls if required. 

Oftentimes, old retaining walls will require careful removal prior to new walls being installed in place, or when major landscaping is carried out. In situations where large masses of earth is being retained, it's safer to leave the removal of a retaining wall to a professional.