Gabion structures, whether walls or fences, do not need a concrete foundation. However, they do need some work under the surface. Otherwise, as heavy as they are, they would be easy to topple over. Unlike many other walls, Gabion does not require a concrete foundation.

How high can a gabion retaining wall be?

The total height of the wall does not exceed 1 metre above the natural ground surface. The wall does not form part of a fence for a pool. The wall is no closer than 1.5 metres to a building or another retaining wall.

Can gabion walls be load bearing?

Although gabion walls are common, they are predominantly used as retaining walls due to their strength and permeability. There is little information on the use of gabions as load bearing walls for buildings. The challenges of simulating gabion walls will be also discussed.

What is a gabion retaining wall system?

GABION RETAINING WALL SYSTEMS ARE MONOLITHIC GRAVITY MASS STRUCTURES THAT ARE IDEALLY SUITED FOR EROSION CONTROL APPLICATIONS AND FOLLOW STANDARD DESIGN METHODS FOR GRAVITY AND MSE RETAINING WALLS.

Why choose Hy-ten gabion solutions?

Based at Wolverhampton since 1987, Hy-Ten Gabion Solutions supplies its customers throughout the UK, Eire and worldwide with innovative and cost effective solutions. We provide solutions for all land reinforcement, soil retention and architectural gabion requirements. We provide technical support and a design service.

How do you stop a gabion wall from sliding?

Larger gabion retaining wall solutions use thicker gabions at the base to spread the foundation load and improve resistance to overturning and sliding The retaining wall toe prevents the gabion wall sliding forwards, the depth of the toe needs to increase as the wall gets bigger.

Are gabion walls expensive to build?

The nice surprise for gabion walls is how affordable they can be. While a dry stacked stone wall aesthetic adds to the cost of putting up a gabion wall rather than randomly pouring stone in with a mini excavator, it’s still considerably more affordable than concrete or rammed earth walls.