Concrete Retaining Wall Landscape Block Pillar - Landscaper Know How

[@vic677]

That fireplace is beautiful.

[@WorkshopatTheGardens]

thank you... we enjoy it very much! Cheers!!

[@pokejuice1495]

Level for sure

[@WorkshopatTheGardens]

level and plumb... only way to roll... cheers!

[@amberjay5361]

This is beautiful! You did such a great job explaining everything, Glenn! Thank you!

[@WorkshopatTheGardens]

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it and found it helpful. Happy building to you! Cheers!

[@shemaemet8662]

Thank you, W. at The G. You are a great Teacher. Shalom.

[@Perfectleaf1975]

I’m sold. We wanna learn,,,, awesome video. Please upload. We’re subscribing

[@cbeserra]

Nice job, great explanations!

[@jamesczarnecki]

Just made a bunch of pillars. Thanks for the video to help with the steps

[@WorkshopatTheGardens]

Awesome! I’m glad you found the video helpful! Cheers!

[@GlennSwitzer]

Nice looking pillars... they blend well with the surrounding landscape. and yes... they look great with low voltage landscape lighting! thanks for sharing!

[@WorkshopatTheGardens]

Thank you! Make sure to check out the video about installing landscape lighting in pillars. ( when we get it uploaded ) ;)

[@saramynarcik8179]

Great job! Loved the explanations and step-by-step directions.

[@WorkshopatTheGardens]

thank you! glad that you found the video helpful! Cheers!

[@chrisby911]

Very nice and doable as DIY!❤

[@chris-p-Bacon836]

Looks great

[@WorkshopatTheGardens]

Thank you! Cheers!!

[@javiertorres9114]

Thank you

[@mikethompson5549]

Great level of detail. Given me another project. Cheers

[@gizmo9067]

Would you ever put a pull string in your conduit?

[@lucaspopolizio8286]

Based on those block sizes, is the pillar perimeter 20 by 20?

[@williamwayne2980]

Can you build a column with a planter built into the top?

[@eclipseotik]

Question, can we paint the bricks a different color?

[@WorkshopatTheGardens]

sure.. I don't know why you couldn't. just talk to your local paint supplier and get a paint created for that application... you may also want to wait a little bit after installing for moisture in the block to stabilize... thanks for the question! Cheers!

[@MyMike509]

Question - does the crushed rock and (variable-sized) washed sand come in bags? Assuming not, since the HD and Lowe's folk look at me like I'm from outer space lol. They show me "pea gravel" and landscape or play sand. Do I need to check with my local nursery/landscaping co. and do I ask for "crushed rock" and "washed sand"? Thanks for the fantastic content and all the great tips! Got the stones - can't wait to start, using this as a tutorial!

[@WorkshopatTheGardens]

all regions are different on how they sell materials... it is most affordable to buy in bulk, but you may end up with more material then needed. the crushed rock you are looking for is called 3/4 minus, which includes the fines, and is also referred to as ASTM 2940. good luck on your project and thanks for checking the vid out! Cheers!!

[@rohitnaval5589]

What blocks are these and what color? Where do you get them? What size / dimension do you end up with when you use 4 blocks, I’m thinking of going wider.

[@WorkshopatTheGardens]

The blocks used were produced by Borget in St. Joseph, Minnesota. The color blend was MN River and most landscape supply centers will carry them. The blocks are 4"x8"x12" and can be used in any direction accommodating your desired wider build. Almost all block manufactures will have a similar dimensional block so check out your local landscape center or big box store. Good luck with your project! Cheers!!

[@vinhgolf]

can i ask the size of the footing block for the base? thanks