How to build a natural dry stacked stone free standing or retaining rock wall.
Dry rock wall building.
Pull a string line the length of the wall about 8 inches 20 5 cm off the ground level to define the front of the wall.
Incorporate the wall into a gentle slope or create a raised planting bed and use the rock wall to retain the elevated soil.
Big small retaining free standing.
Use existing topographical features in the yard to enhance the dry stacked rock wall.
Great for making inexpensive raised beds out of rocks.
Learning how to build a dry stone wall takes a little bit of time muscle and some trial and error but the beauty that results from building with natural stone and your own two hands is second to.
Try and stick with odd numbered layers of rock.
And i love rock walls.
It sincerely breaks my heart every time i see a wall built with stone blocks courtesy of big box stores inspired by diy cable tv.