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This section of the gallery is host to some wonderful examples of how the Birkendale rock has been implemented in retaining walls - both in commercial and residential applications. Don't forget to click on any of the thumbnails (small images) to see a larger view of the graphic. |
| Residential Retaining Wall |
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This retaining
wall stands an average height of 6' with a length of 250'. Its volume in
weight is approximately 350 tons and is composed of random granite slabs
with 12"-14" face and bed depth of 2 ½ - 3 feet. The distinct black striations
throughout the stone create unique visual points in this wall. In this instance, the retaining wall was used in a residential application. |
| Dwight Beach Retaining Wall |
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This retaining wall stands an average height of 3 ½ ' with a length of 300'. Its volume in weight is approximately 160 tons and is composed of random granite slabs with 12" - 14" face and bed depth of 2 - 3 feet. In this instance, the retaining wall was used at a public beach facility. |
| It is located in Dwight, Ontario and acts as a break wall for the beach. |  |
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It has been formed around a large drainage pipe at the east end where water spills into the lake. |
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Contractors and builders! Send us a picture of your landscape projects
and interiors built using Birkendale granite. For more information please contact Birkendale Granite Quarry. |