CORTEN RETAINING WALL STEEL POST HOW TO
Corten steel angle posts set in concrete pile holes
Corten wall braced while concrete sets
Setout examples and prices, no top capping
Our system is ideal for retaining walls 600mm tall up to 1200mm We are also able to supply taller or shorter retaining walls if required using the same system.
Setout examples with top capping
All parts in our corten retaining wall system come ready to install, with no special tools required The steel is either screwed or bolted together
Setout examples with steps
Corten retaining wall system with hidden fixings and corten steel angle posts set in concrete
Corten retaining walls
The modular layout has over 50 different panel sizes to choose from
External Corner Joiner
90deg external corner joiner
Corten Post Assembly
Corten post ready for next panel to be screwed on
Change of direction
The modular layout has over 50 different panel sizes to choose from
Corten panel ready
To build the wall you start at one end and continue construction
Secure capping brackets
This enables you to build corten retaining walls that suit almost any location
Corten Capping Details
Explore our range of capping options and installation guides.
Capping Bracket
Capping bracket added to post
Panel Setout Guide
Setout examples with top capping
Capping Options
Cappings come with M10 nuts and bolts to connect to brackets
Retaining wall drainage info
A well built corten retaining wall with proper drainage will easily last 30-50yrs plus, depending on the environment
Retaining wall drainage info
Proper drainage is essential for all corten retaining walls to prevent failure. Accumulated water behind the wall causes immense hydrostatic pressure, a lateral force that can cause the structure to bulge, or collapse. Drainage systems, like gravel backfill and perforated pipes, relieve this pressure, prevent hydrostatic pressure failures,
All parts predrilled for easy assembly
The modular design of Corten panel walls allows for faster installation These panels can be easily put together with minimal required tools and expertise. Our corten retaining wall system is DIY friendly and all parts come pre drilled ready to install with no special tools required. You should not need to do any cutting or welding of the corten.
Corten retaining wall with capping
Corten retaining wall system with hidden fixings and support post lowered.
Setout examples no top capping
Generally the retaining wall pile hole depth is equal to the height of the retaining wall. However in softer soils or walls supporting sloping ground, driveways, or buildings, the post and pile retaining wall method solves this by adjusting the post spacings and pile depths.
Setout examples with top capping
Corten steel requires no maintenance, as over time it develops a crystalline rust patina that dramatically reduces further corrosion
Setout examples with steps
Please email us your requirements, be sure to attached pics and sketches We can then help you with post and panel sizes required for your retaining wall
Temporary Braces
Corten support posts, with temporary timber bracing, before concrete is poured into pile holes
Temporary Braces
Corten support posts, with temporary timber bracing, at bottom of post. The corten steel posts have pre-drilled holes, making it easy to add the timber braces.
Temporary Braces
Corten support posts, with temporary timber bracing, at top of post. Remove bracing once concrete has set
Corten Walls and Support
Lego-type corten walls are very strong.
Longer posts
Longer posts used in softer soils
Corten side returns
Corten side returns for steps
Installing capping
Installing corten capping
Corten Steel Care and Maintenance
By following these simple care and maintenance tips, you can ensure that your corten steel structures will last for many years to come.
How to assemble videos
We work with landscapers, architects, engineers, and Diyers to provide corten retaining wall layouts that are easy to assemble, we provide these retaining wall layouts for free. Please contact us via email
Any questions email us
info@cor-ten-steel.co.uk
Protection of Buried Corten
Protecting the buried portion of Corten steel is crucial. Above ground, it forms a protective patina through repeated wetting and drying cycles over many months. However, buried sections may remain constantly moist, preventing this patina from forming. Applying a bitumen coating to the buried parts of the wall, creates a waterproof barrier, stopping corrosion and ensuring the corten retaining wall achieves its intended long lifespan.
Curved Pieces Available
Rounded corner using quarter panel
External Curved Pieces
Corten walls can have rounded internal or external corners
Curved Pieces Available
Premade curved panels allow you to create beautiful, natural-looking curves in your wall.
DIY Friendly System
Our corten retaining wall system is DIY friendly and all parts come pre drilled ready to install
Rounded corner using quarter panel
Corten walls can have rounded internal or external corners Then curved panels come in serval radii and heighs
Corner joiner angle tolerance
The side folds can be site bent to create a 5deg to 10deg additional change in direction This allows the installer to cope with angels that are not exactly 45deg or 90deg
Corner joiner angle tolerance
The side folds can be site bent to create a 5deg to 10deg additional change in direction To reduce the change in direction, the top fold can be trimmed by the installer
New corten retaining wall
Stainless Steel TEK screw fixing
Setout examples no top capping
Using 1200 x 750mm tall corten retaining wall panels and hidden steel posts with 90deg corners
Setout examples with top capping
1/ Do not use drill on impact 2/ Align holes and clamp panels 3/ Apply pressure to TEK screw tip at medium speed
Setout examples with steps
5/16th” (7.9mm) Nut driver Variable speed drill G clamps Ratchet spanner Tape measure Drill extension bar (optional)
CORTEN SYEEL DESIGNS
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