EASY LOCK BLOCK RETAINING WALL WITH TRADITIONAL BRICK CAPPING
- Jul 6
- 2 min read
Updated: 5 days ago
Building a retaining wall isn’t just about holding back soil. The right design can become a feature that complements the home while providing decades of structural performance.
This recent project involved the construction of a 20 meter Easy Lock Block retaining wall. The client wanted the strength and durability of a concrete masonry retaining wall while maintaining the timeless appearance of traditional brickwork.
To achieve this, the wall was finished with traditional clay brick capping, creating a classic architectural look while also incorporating a bulkhead detail for the future installation of concealed LED strip lighting.
Why the Client Chose an Easy Lock Wall
Easy Lock Block retaining walls are an excellent long-term solution because they offer:
Exceptional strength and durability
Resistance to termites, rot and weathering
Low maintenance
A solid base for rendered finishes
A clean, modern appearance once completed
When properly reinforced and core-filled, an Ezi Besser wall provides outstanding structural performance for residential retaining applications.
Traditional Brick Capping for a Premium Finish
Instead of standard concrete caps, the client selected traditional clay brick capping to give the retaining wall a more refined appearance.
This style provides:
A timeless architectural finish
A wider capping profile for added visual depth
Excellent durability
A design that complements the home’s existing brickwork
A practical bulkhead for future lighting
The brick capping gives the retaining wall a distinctive look that blends traditional materials with modern construction.
Designed for Future LED Strip Lighting
The brick capping has been designed with a projecting bulkhead, allowing concealed LED strip lighting to be installed at a later stage.
This will create subtle lighting that washes down the rendered face of the wall, providing:
Ambient outdoor lighting
Improved visibility along the pathway
A premium architectural finish
Enhanced night-time appeal
Planning for lighting during construction makes future installation simple while keeping wiring hidden from view.
Ready for a Modern Grey Render Finish
Once construction is complete, the wall will be rendered in a modern grey finish.
The combination of:
Easy Lock Besser Block construction
Traditional clay brick capping
Grey render
Concealed LED strip lighting
will create a retaining wall that is both functional and visually striking.
Built for Long-Term Performance
Every retaining wall should be constructed with longevity in mind.
This project includes:
Reinforced Easy Lock Besser block construction
Core-filled masonry
Engineered footing
Drainage behind the wall
Waterproof membrane
Traditional clay brick capping
These construction methods help ensure the wall performs reliably for many years while managing soil and water pressure effectively.
Looking for a Retaining Wall in Adelaide?
At PrimeHouse.Pro Services, we specialise in reinforced Easy Lock retaining walls, concrete sleeper retaining walls and custom masonry retaining solutions throughout Adelaide.
Whether you’re looking for a practical retaining wall or a feature wall with architectural finishes, we can design and build a solution tailored to your property and budget.
Our retaining wall services include:
Easy Lock retaining walls
Concrete sleeper retaining walls
Brick and masonry retaining walls
Retaining wall repairs
Drainage and waterproofing
Excavation and site preparation
Render-ready retaining walls
Contact PrimeHouse.Pro Services today to arrange a free onsite quote and discuss your next retaining wall project.
