Concrete Sleeper Retaining Walls


Are you a Sunshine Coast homeowner looking for the perfect solution to enhance your outdoor living space with a new retaining wall? Look no further than Mr. Natural Landscaping, the premier provider of an extensive range of commercial landscaping services on the Sunshine Coast Australia.

Our team of experienced professionals specializes in designing, building, and installing backyard retaining walls that are not only beautiful but also functional, reliable, and durable. One of our most popular options customers have for retaining walls is the concrete sleeper retaining wall and for good reason.

Concrete sleeper retaining walls offer a number of benefits for homeowners, including superior strength and durability compared to traditional steel or timber retaining walls. This means that your concrete front retaining wall will last longer and require less maintenance over time, saving you both time and money in the long run.

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In addition to their durability, concrete sleeper retaining walls are also highly customizable, allowing you to create and install a unique design that complements your home and outdoor living space. Whether you prefer a modern, sleek design or a more traditional look, our team can work with you to create and install a concrete and retaining wall that meets your specific needs and style preferences.

At Mr. Natural Landscaping, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Our team will work closely with you throughout the entire process, from initial design to final installation, to ensure that your retaining wall is exactly what you envisioned.

In addition to our retaining wall services business, we also offer the delivery of a wide range of other landscaping services to help you transform your outdoor living space. Whether you need help with garden design, lawn care equipment delivery, or outdoor lighting, our team has the full range of expertise and experience to help you achieve the results you want.

So why choose Mr. Natural Landscaping for your backyard retaining wall installation and landscaping needs? Our commitment to quality, professionalism, and customer satisfaction sets us apart from the competition. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and see for yourself why we are the go-to landscaping provider for residents and businesses of the Sunshine Coast.

To better understand this specialized delivery service, here are some facts to read.


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What is a concrete sleeper retaining wall?

This concrete sleeper is a type retaining wall that is built from concrete beams and posts. It is specifically described as a sleeper since its structure is flat and is laid in place for trains to glide along as they move. Eventually, it was used in the installation of a border wall project, basements, and garden projects.

Concrete sleepers are concrete products and are considered by market leaders to be one of the best options for retaining walls. It is endorsed by market leaders for any landscaping project and is a perfect solution for creating borders for commercial and residential areas. They are well known to last a lifetime.

Concrete sleepers versus timber sleepers

These two are the most commonly installed retaining walls. The materials used for each were derived from different kinds of timber. They are both manufactured and engineered and of course, both engineered to deliver their required purpose. Both are available on the market but come with some differences in cost, specifications, and dimensions.

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Concrete sleepers

Concrete sleepers provide solid walls for your area. Concrete sleepers can be made out of concrete or stone. It also comes in different colors and styles. Its concrete sleepers can even resemble the design of natural stone and concrete sleepers or a modern type of concrete sleeper. It will not rot on the ground or be eaten by termites.

For building basements, this type of concrete retaining wall is manufactured to suit the quality and durability needed. They are typically reinforced with steel rods to make them last for decades.

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Timber sleepers

Timber sleepers are typically made of hardwood They are also used for landscaping makeovers and building borders. They are commonly used to enhance and complement the surrounding of your house to provide an aesthetic effect. Read more here if it's a timber retaining wall you'd prefer


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The many benefits of concrete sleeper retaining walls

  • Soil stability

    Concrete sleepers are more stable than wood since they are more solid in consistency compared to concrete and other retaining wall materials. They can carry more weight than ordinary walls due to their strength. It is not affected by temperature fluctuations.

  • Long lifespan

    A concrete retaining wall is resistant to water, sunlight, and corrosion making it durable to last for longer periods. This is a good investment for those who want to save some cost in changing their retaining walls due to weather or some external factors.

  • Fire safe

    Concrete is resistant to fire, hence it is not vulnerable in case accidents from fire happen compared to wooden walls.

  • Low maintenance

    Concrete sleepers cost less and require less maintenance. It stands tall in your area despite the exposure of sleepers to external factors like dust, water, pests, and sunlight.

  • Versatility

    Concrete sleepers come in different designs. It can be transformed into a natural look through the use of paint. Concrete sleepers can also come in an extensive range of surfaces such as charcoal, pine-colored, stack stone, and sandstone.

  • Provides good defense

    Concrete sleepers possess tough strength and durability. It can secure the area that you intend to have which makes the environment safe.

  • Provides good insulation

    Concrete sleepers have good insulation conditions. Because of this, they are perfect sleepers for basement buildings and circuited line tracks.

Concrete sleeper retaining wall uses

Concrete sleepers can be utilized in various ways. It is functional and at the same time aesthetical.

Division of property

Concrete sleepers are used to make borders of properties. It allows good separation from areas. It can also be used as a divider within your area.

Holding back soil

If you happen to have a property in a sloped area, then fence brackets or concrete sleepers can be installed to prevent soil from moving in case of heavy rain.

Fence brackets add more security to the stability of the wall. Its durability and strength make it able to sustain the weight of the soil.


Basement

Basement building is crucial since it holds back soil from beneath the house. Concrete sleepers are the best choice in constructing a basement area.

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Basement building is crucial since it holds back soil from beneath the house. Concrete sleepers are the best choice in constructing a basement area.

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Concrete is engineer certified for sloped areas to prevent soil from eroding. Aside from the strength of the material it is made of, reinforcements like fence brackets and fence plinths are used to further ensure its stability.

Flattening an area

A sloped land can be utilized by flattening the surface. Concrete sleepers ensure soil stability is maintained.

Building a multi leveled terrace

A terrace adds design and delivers the purpose of proper viewing in elevated places. Concrete sleepers ensure that this structure is stable.

Adds value to your home

Concrete sleepers have different designs that will suit your preference. Accompanied with these are the accessories such as fence posts, fence brackets, and fence plinths that are also well-designed to complement the sleepers.

Why you should let an expert handle its installation

We now know that concrete sleepers are the top choice for retaining wall installation. However, its quality must not be put aside. You should ensure that the supply is properly engineered and correctly installed to avoid some consequences.

Insufficient excavation

The durability of quality concrete sleepers is not questionable. However, if insufficient excavation is done on its foundation, it can still collapse. This will result in injury and accidents.

Improper drainage

This is one of the major reasons why a retaining wall collapses. Improper water drainage can add more weight to the wall causing it to break and fall.

Improper engineering

Installing a concrete sleeper requires proper planning and calculation. Ensure that the job is handled by an expert.

Wall failure

This is the sum of all the consequences. Wall failure can happen due to a lot of factors. These factors can be external or internal.

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For your next project, contact Mr. Natural. They will make a difference in your landscaping needs. They adhere to the Australian standard in the landscaping industry. They will ensure satisfactory delivery of their services because you matter to them. Contact them today.