BORAL PAVERS AND RETAINING WALLS
Build something great™
Your landscaping guideNEW SOUTH WALES
contents
Guided tour of a typical page 03
paving
How to choose pavers 04
General tips 05
Stoneworks™ Travertine 06
Bradstone®
08
Aspenstone®
10
Abode®
11
Stylestone™ 12
Coast®
13
Promenade™ 14
Pavescape®
15
Pavestone™, Abbey Rd®
, Boulevard 16
Bringelly®
17
Basic guide to laying pavers 18
Caring for your pavers 18
accessories
Geo-Fix®
Ready to use joint mortar 35
Front cover image: coast® driftwood,
grangestone® hawksbury yelllow,
stylestone™ dune quarry, mondrian® sandune.
This page image: aspenstone® cappuccino.
Catering to every design scheme, Boral’s paving
collection will give your outdoor area the stylish,
individual touch it’s been waiting for. Whether
you’re after a complete revamp to create a more
contemporary space or going back to basics with
a more traditional feel, Boral’s range will inspire
and stimulate ideas to make your outdoor design
dream a reality. Available in an abundance of sizes,
formats, colours and finishes, the possibilities are
endless with Boral pavers.
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500 BULLNOSE2 units per lineal metre
400 BULLNOSE2 units per lineal metre
STANDARD4 units per m2
STACKED BOND 90º
STACKED BOND 45º
PATTERNS
SUITABLE FOR:
PEDESTRIAN
(PATHS, PATIOS, COURTYARDS)
POOLS
BULLNOSE (FOR STEPS
AND POOL SURROUNDS)
PRE SEALED
SMOKE
CHALK
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take a guided tour of a typical paver pageAll our product pages are laid out in a consistent manner to assist with easy selection
of Boral products.
Page number
and product
identification
Colour and
texture
swatches
Application icons legend
These products are
recommended for the
indicated applications
(subject to appropriate
laying systems and
site conditions)
Paver
laying
patterns
All product
drawing
dimensions are
represented in
millimetres
abode® latte abode® linen
bradstone® old town gironde
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Step 2 Use the table above to find the paver that is recommended for
your particular need.
Step 3 Measure your area to be paved to determine quantity of pavers
required. This area is simply calculated by length (m) x width (m) =
area (m2) for basic square or rectangular spaces (m= metres).
For odd shapes, break your area into sections.
1) 5m x 3m = 15m2
2) 4m x 2m = 8m2
3) 3m x 4m = 12m2
Total = 35m2
For triangular areas:
1/2 x base (m) x height (m) = area (m2)
e.g. 1/2 x 4m x 3m = 6m2
(Allow up to 10% extra pavers for wastage such as cuts and breakages.)
You can also measure your area using our on-line calculator.
Go to www.boral.com.au/pavingcalc
Domestic driveways
Bullnose (for steps and pool surrounds)
Pedestrian (paths, patios, courtyards)
Applications
Product name
Page number
Pools
Pre-sealed*
Paver shape
Paver size^
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* Pre-sealed pavers: During the manufacturing process a fine mist of penetrative sealer is sprayed onto the pavers. This assists in minimising the short-term absorption of stains only. For maximum ongoing protection, Boral recommends that all pavers should be sealed with a quality penetrating sealer following installation and cleaning. Please check with a qualified tradesperson for advice on this process. Boral does not accept liability for stained or damaged pavers.
^ Small pavers are less than 300mm x 300mm. Large pavers are larger than or equal to 300mm x 300mm.
a 300mm x 300mm x 50mm only suitable for driveways.
Step 1 Gather ideas on the look you want to
achieve. Look through this brochure and
also obtain a free copy of the latest Boral
Outdoor Design Guide.
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Step 4 Select the paver size you prefer. Large format pavers are
larger than or equal to 300mm (length) x 300mm (w idth)
and small format pavers are less than 300 x 300mm.
Your choice will depend on the look you wish to achieve
as per Step 1.
(Bullnose pavers have a rounded edge along one face of
the paver, making them ideal for steps and pool edges.)
Step 5 Select a colour that complements your area, home
and surroundings.
Step 6 Choose to D.I.Y. or hire a professional contractor. Refer to page 19 for a basic
guide to laying pavers. A more comprehensive “Boral Guide to Laying Pavers”
is also available free at www.boral.com.au/landscaping. To locate your nearest
store simply visit www.boral.com.au/storelocator.
general tips
Tip 1 Select pavers that match internal floor coverings to ensure the transition from
indoor out is subtle and blends with your decorating style.
Tip 2 If paving around pools or building stairs, choose a range that includes a bullnose,
like Aspenstone® or Stoneworks™ Travertine, to create a smooth finish.
Tip 3 Combining large and small format pavers can add textural qualities for a more
distinctive space.
Tip 4 Geo-Fix™ paving joint mortar saves time, effort and water and is ideal for applying
a permanent, rigid joint more than 5mm wide and a minimum 25mm deep on all
types of paving.
Tip 5 When paving a small space keep the design simple and use a neutral coloured,
large format paver to create a sense of space.
Tip 6 Boral recommends that even pre-sealed pavers be resealed with a quality
penetrating sealer following installation.
Tip 7 Large format pavers, such as Aspenstone® and Stoneworks™ Travertine, speed
up the laying process.
sytlestone™ sandbank beach bradstone® old town gironde
lighter hues darker hues
small format rectangular paver
large format square paver
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500 BULLNOSE
2 units per lineal metre
400 BULLNOSE
2 units per lineal metre
STANDARD
4 units per m2
STACKED BOND 90º
STACKED BOND 45º
PATTERNS
SUITABLE FOR:
PEDESTRIAN
(PATHS, PATIOS, COURTYARDS)
POOLS
BULLNOSE (FOR STEPS
AND POOL SURROUNDS)
SMOKE
CHALK
stoneworks™ travertine chalk stoneworks™ travertine smoke
stoneworks™ travertine chalk STRETCHER BOND
300 300
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GIRONDE
GREY GREEN
GIRONDE
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450 300
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OLD TOWN – BULLNOSE
2.2 units per lineal metre
COBBLES
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OLD TOWN – SMALL*
OLD TOWN – LARGE*
OLD TOWN RANDOM RANGE
Sold as a random set.*
(more details on next page)
OLD TOWN – MEDIUM*
Also sold individually
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bradstone® old town grey green
600 x 300 x 40mm
1 standard unit
12m2 = 6 standard units = 1 pallet
1.5m
Bradstone® Old Town random
pattern is comprised of three sizes
300 x 300 x 40mm,
450 x 300 x 40mm and
600 x 300 x 40mm.
Sold in multiples of 6m2 and
12m2 packs.
Also available, is a matching
450 x 300 x 40mm bullnose paver
to provide a stunning finish to
swimming pool edges and steps.
300 x 300 x 40mm
450 x 300 x 40mm
old town range random pattern
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bradstone® old town gironde bradstone® grey green cobblesbradstone® old town gironde
bradstone® old town gironde
SUITABLE FOR:
PEDESTRIAN
(PATHS, PATIOS, COURTYARDS)
POOLS
BULLNOSE (FOR STEPS
AND POOL SURROUNDS)
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STANDARD
4.17 units per m2
10 aspenstone®
STRETCHER BOND
HERRINGBONE 90°
HERRINGBONE 45º
PATTERNS
BUTTERMILK
CAPPUCCINO
VANILLA
aspenstone® buttermilk aspenstone® vanilla
SUITABLE FOR:
PEDESTRIAN
(PATHS, PATIOS, COURTYARDS)
POOLS
BULLNOSE (FOR STEPS
AND POOL SURROUNDS)
aspenstone® cappuccino
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SUITABLE FOR:
PEDESTRIAN
(PATHS, PATIOS, COURTYARDS)
POOLS
BULLNOSE (FOR STEPS
AND POOL SURROUNDS)
abode® biscotti
BISCOTTI
450 450
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400 450
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450 450
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STANDARD
5 units per m2
450 BULLNOSE
2.2 units per lineal metre
400 BULLNOSE
2.2 units per lineal metre
LATTE
LINENabode® latte
abode® linen
STACKED BOND 45º
STACKED BOND
PATTERNS
STRETCHER BOND
400 400
40
400 400
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400 400
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400 400
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6.25 units per m2
Pencilnose bullnose
Pencilnose
bullnose
QUARRY STANDARD
6.25 units per m2
BEACH BULLNOSE
2.5 units per lineal metre
QUARRY BULLNOSE
2.5 units per lineal metre
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Note: Standard units can be used as a square edged bullnose for steps and pool coping with Stylestone’s pencilnose bullnose.
SUITABLE FOR:
PEDESTRIAN (PATHS, PATIOS,
COURTYARDS)
POOLS
BULLNOSE (FOR STEPS
AND POOL SURROUNDS)
stylestone™ sandstone beach
stylestone™ sandbank quarry
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SUITABLE FOR:
PEDESTRIAN
(PATHS, PATIOS, COURTYARDS)
POOLS
BULLNOSE (FOR STEPS
AND POOL SURROUNDS)
coast®
coast®
PATTERNS
STACKED BOND 45º
STACKED BOND
400 400
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400 400
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Coast®
Coast® Bullnose
SHELL
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coast®
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STRETCHER BOND
promenade™ charcoal
CHARCOAL
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FUDGE
SANDUNE
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6.25 units per m2
BULLNOSE
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SUITABLE FOR:
PEDESTRIAN (PATHS, PATIOS,
COURTYARDS)
POOLS
BULLNOSE (FOR STEPS
AND POOL SURROUNDS)
promenade™ sahara and arena® wall in nougat
300 STANDARD*
11.11 units per m2
300x300 not available in
Almond and Paperbark.
*Suitable for driveway
PATTERNS
STRETCHER BOND
STACKED BOND 45ºSTRETCHER BOND 45
promenade™
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pavescape® coffee
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DRIVEWAY
pavescape® tan blend
pavescape®
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pavestone™
abbey rd®
boulevard
SUITABLE FOR:
PEDESTRIAN (PATHS, PATIOS,
COURTYARDS)
DRIVEWAY
POOLS
FUDGE
ALMOND
CHARCOAL/
EBONY
SANDUNE/
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50
PAVESTONE™
38 units per m2
- Charcoal
- Fudge
- Sandune
BOULEVARD
22.22 units per m2
- Charcoal
- Almond
ABBEY RD®
38 units per m2
- Ebony
- Ivory
PATTERNS
STRETCHER BOND
BASKETWEAVE
HERRINGBONE 90°
HERRINGBONE 45º
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SUITABLE FOR:
PEDESTRIAN (PATHS, PATIOS,
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DRIVEWAY
RESORT TERRACOTTA
CREAM
RESORT CREAM
TANRESORT
IRONSTONE
TERRACOTTARED
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37 units per m2
PATTERNS
STRETCHER BOND
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HERRINGBONE 45º
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Caring for your pavers
prevention is better than cure
• Sweep regularly with a stiff bristled broom to keep pavers free from debris.
• For maximum protection we suggest pavers are sealed after installation with a
penetrating sealer. Please check with a reputable sealing company for advice.
• Seal pavers with a penetrating sealer before grouting to avoid grout smears.
• Re-seal pavers as required paying extra attention to heavy wear areas and
salt-water locations.
• During construction, cover the paved areas to protect against damage.
• Protect your pavers against possible staining from mortar, oxides, cement and rust.
• Do not use acid to clean pavers.
• Do not use high pressure cleaning apparatus to clean pavers.
• In all cases, attempt to clean a stain before it hardens or dries.
If a stain occurs, follow some simple steps:
• Assess type of stain carefully before taking action (incorrect assessment of stain
can cause the stain to be more difficult to remove).
• If stain cannot be accurately assessed, conduct a trial process on a small
portion of stained area to determine most appropriate action.
• Do not use acid to remove stains under any circumstances.
Refer to the guide beside for some stain removal solutions.
* Efflorescence occurs naturally in cement based products.^ Subject to water restrictions in your area.* Pre-sealed pavers: During the manufacturing process a fine mist of penetrative sealer is
sprayed onto the pavers. This assists in minimising the short-term absorption of stains only.
For maximum ongoing protection, Boral recommends that all pavers should be sealed with a quality penetrating sealer following installation. Please check with a qualified tradesperson for advice on this process. Boral does not accept liability for stained or damaged pavers.
PROBLEM SUGGESTED CLEANING METHOD
Efflorescence*
(White powdery
deposit)
Brush first with a stiff bristled broom. Then hose^
with clean water. Weathering will eventually stop
this process from occurring.
Leaves, bark, algae,
food and wine stains
Use 10 part water to 1 part bleach, then
wash^ down.
Chewing gum Freeze with dry ice and remove with a spatula.
Ivy suckers Apply a heat gun to the suckers until they go
hard. Allow them to cool and dry, then scrub
them off with a stiff bristled broom.
basic guide to laying pavers18
02 add the bedding sand01 prepare the site 03 level the surface
Place screed rails on road base and
spread bedding sand roughly between
and over the rails – keep the rails.
The easiest way to screed sand is to
use two guides (screed rails) and a
screeding board (e.g. a flat piece of
timber). Establish bedding tracks with
the screeding board.
Excavate the area to be paved to allow
for the base layer (generally 100 -150mm
thick of road base), bedding sand
(generally 30mm thick coarse washed
river sand) and the paver thickness.
Establish falls and level using a spirit
level on the screed board. Spread
the road base to an even thickness
and compact using a mechanical
plate compactor.
Bed the screed rails into the bedding
sand. Drag the screeding board in a
sawing motion from side to side across
the rails to create a firm, flat laying
surface. Remove the rails, fill in the voids
with bedding sand and trowel smooth.
Start laying along the longest straight
edge of the designated area and lay
whole pavers first. Leave 3-5mm
between pavers to allow for jointing
sand (unless the pavers have nibs).
Set string lines at right angles to
establish paving lines. These will help
keep the joints straight for that truly
professional look.
Cut and position part-pavers if the
job requires them. Edge restraints
prevent the pavers from moving.
Sand filled joints:
a) Pavers 50mm thick or greater
– surface to be plate compacted.
Always remember to use a rubber
mat or carpet beneath the plate
compactor to prevent damage to
the pavers.
b) Pavers 40mm thick or less
– surface to be hand compacted with
a rubber mallet
Geo-Fix™ mortar:
– surface to be hand compacted
prior to Geo-Fix™ application.
Sweep jointing sand over the finished
dry paving, ensuring that all joints are full.
As an alternative, use Geo-Fix™, a ready
to use joint mortar. Go to page 34 for
more details.
08 finishing touches
07 fill the joints05 begin the laying
04 set the lines
06 cut pavers
Download a detailed guide on
www.boral.com.au/guidetolayingpavers
or see how it’s done on videowww.boral.com.au/paving_guide_video
contents
Guided tour of a typical page 20
retaining walls
How to choose a wall 21
General tips 21
Edgestone®
22
Hadrian Wall®
23
Arena®
24
Mondrian®
25
Country Manor®
26
Gardenwall®
27
Heathstone Grande®
28
Heathstone Regal ®
28
Grangestone®
30
Pyrmont®
32
Keystone®
33
How to build a wall 34
accessories
Geo-Fix™
Ready to use joint mortar 35
welcome to walls19
heathstone grande® charcoal
When it comes to walls, Boral’s
range delivers a mix of style, structure
and functionality. From beautiful garden
edges to decorative walls, Boral’s
variety of textured surfaces, patterns
and colours can give your garden edges,
terraces and ponds everything from a
light airbrush to an extreme makeover.
Overflowing with inspiration and creative
ideas, this brochure will take you on
a journey through what your outdoor
space could look like – with a little touch
of Boral.
arena® fudge country manor® almond
pyrmont® hawkesbury yellow
heathstone regal®heathstone regal®
heathstone regal®
SUITABLE FOR:
MAX. WALL HEIGHT 972mm
STRAIGHT WALLS
CURVED WALLS
CORNERS
STEPS
162
162
440
440
280
220
220
440280
220
440
220
440
565
280
300 300
50
600
300
50
HONEYCOMBE
SANDSTONE
NOUGAT
CHARCOAL
GRANDE UNIT REGAL UNIT
– CHARCOAL
– SANDSTONE
GRANDE CORNER UNIT
REGAL CORNER UNIT
– CHARCOAL
– SANDSTONE
CLASSIC CAP
DOUBLE-SIDED ROCKFACE CAP
ROCKFACE CORNER CAP
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TYPICAL CROSS SECTIONPlease note: Backfill should be no higher than the top of the retaining wall.
Sandstone only available in Regal units.
*Regal units also available in Rockface.
28 heathstonegrande®
+heathstoneregal®
Page number
and product
identification
Colour and
texture/
finish
swatches
Application icons legend
These products are
recommended for the
indicated applications
(subject to appropriate
laying systems and
site conditions)
Typical cross
section of a
retaining wall
All product
drawing
dimensions are
represented in
millimetres
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take a guided tour of a typical retaining wall pageAll our product pages are laid out in a consistent manner to assist with easy selection
of Boral products.
how to choose a wall
Step 1 Gather ideas on the look you want to achieve.
Look through this brochure and also obtain a free copy
of the latest Boral Outdoor Design Guide.
Step 2: Use the table above to determine which retaining wall
is most suitable for your particular application.
1. Determine the height you want to achieve.
2. Determine which design you want
– do you want curves, corners or a straight wall?
Step 3 Select a colour that complements your area, home and
surroundings such as other homes in your street.
Step 4 Choose to D.I.Y. or hire a contractor. Refer to page 32
for tips on installing a retaining wall.
22
largelargeBlock face size small largemedium
Flushface profile
Max. wall height (mm)*
Applications
Angled face profile
Natural slate profile
Straight walls
Curved walls
Corners
Product name
Page number 2825
various
Co
un
try M
an
or®
975
Mo
nd
ria
n®
600
Steps
various
23 24
Ed
ge
sto
ne
®
375
26
large
Ha
dri
an
Wa
ll®
490
large
1200
33
Ke
ysto
ne
®**
27
Ga
rde
nw
all
®
1000
28
He
ath
sto
ne
Gra
nd
e®
972
He
ath
sto
ne
Re
ga
l®
1000
Are
na
®
600
medium medium
Pyrm
on
t®**
1200
32
Gra
ng
esto
ne
®
1000
30
general tips
Tip 1 Save time and effort by selecting a
DIY retaining wall system with pre-
cut corner pieces and a smooth
top – no need for capping – such
as Arena Wall®.
Tip 2 To create an outdoor room
environment, use low-level
retaining walls to build structure
around paving – and it doubles as
extra seating.
Tip 3 If you’re constructing a double-
sided decorative retaining wall,
select a range with a double-
sided design such as Hadrian® Wall
or Edgestone®.
Tip 4 When creating a new space with
retaining walls and paving, use
contrasting colours and textures to
give your home a stylish edge.
21
* Maximum wall heights in good soils (gravels, sandy gravels, crushed sandstone).
** Pyrmont® and Keystone® can be built up to 12m high when designed by a suitably qualified engineer and combined with soil reinforcement. Please contact your Boral representative for more information.
‡ Please consult with regulating council for local design requirements prior to the construction of any retaining wall. Councils in general require that retaining walls be designed and certified by a suitably qualified engineer where the wall is over 0.5m in height and/or where there is a surcharge loading, such as a driveway, house or other structure near the wall.
125
160
140120
125
160
140120
edgestone® hawkesbury yellow
SUITABLE FOR:
MAX. WALL HEIGHT 375mm
STRAIGHT WALLS
CURVED WALLS
UNITS PER LINEAL METRE 7.14
TYPICAL CROSS SECTION
STANDARD UNIT
CAP UNIT
TH
IS S
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HTFO
RW
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TE
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Please note: Backfill should be no higher than the top of the retaining wall.
HAWKESBURY YELLOW
edgestone® hawkesbury yellow
edgestone®
22
SUITABLE FOR:
MAX. WALL HEIGHT 490mm
STRAIGHT WALLS
CURVED WALLS
CORNERS
STEPS
CAP UNIT
CONSTRUCTION ADHESIVE
STANDARD UNIT
AGRICULTURAL DRAIN
BACKFILL
DRAINAGE
MATERIAL
STRAIGHT WALL SET
sold in multiples of 2.5m2
HADRIAN CAP
sold individually
CURVED WALL SET
sold in multiples of 2m2
DE
LIV
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LA
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TR
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SA
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STO
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HU
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TYPICAL CROSS SECTIONPlease note: Backfill should be no higher than the top of the retaining wall.
150
75
185185
265265150
265265150
757
345150
757
300
75
150
300
757
150
757
150150
450
75
150
375
75
150
225225
75
150
485
40
195
GEO-FIX™
Get the look by using Geo-Fix™,
a ready to use air curing joint filler
for retaining wall faces,
more details on page 34.
hadrianwall®23
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arena®
24
arena® fudge with aspenstone® vanilla pavers and bullnose
STANDARD UNIT
RIGHT CORNER
LEFT CORNER
Note: Corner units sold as a set of 2.
1 x left corner and
1 x right corner.
NOUGAT
FUDGE
PAPERBARK
CHARCOAL
TYPICAL CROSS SECTIONPlease note: Backfill should be no higher than the top of the retaining wall.
600mmMax. height
30mm
100mm
350mm
Firm undisturbed groundCompacted coarse sand or road base
100mm diameter subsoil pipe
150mm wide layer ofdrainage material
Backfill to be placed and compacted in block layers
100mm top soil(eg. mulch)
No loads are to be located within 1.0 metre from behind the top unit
Dish drain to direct surface run off
300
150
200
350
150
200
350
150
200
arena® nougat with
promenade® almond pavers
SUITABLE FOR:
MAX. WALL HEIGHT 600mm
STRAIGHT WALLS
CORNER
STEPS
mondrian®TH
IS S
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HTFO
RW
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TE
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mondrian®
mondrian®
25
SUITABLE FOR:
MAX. WALL HEIGHT 600mm
STRAIGHT WALLS
CORNER
STEPS
TYPICAL CROSS SECTIONPlease note: Backfill should be no higher than the top of the retaining wall.
600mmMax. height
30mm
100mm
350mm
Firm undisturbed groundCompacted coarse sand or road base
100mm diameter subsoil pipe
150mm wide layer ofdrainage material
Backfill to be placed and compacted in block layers
100mm top soil(eg. mulch)
No loads are to be located within 1.0 metre from behind the top unit
Dish drain to direct surface run off
150
300190
150
300190
150
300190
150
300190
150
300190
150
300190
*Sold as a full pallet only. 1 pallet
contains 60 standard units and
12 solid units to be used for
corners, halves or base units
150
250300
250
150
75
250
250
150
100
200
350
400
150
250
350
VIS
UA
LLY
DIS
TIN
CTIV
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WIT
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, R
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, TH
ES
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S B
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PH
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. T
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TIL
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A S
PE
CIA
L IN
TE
RLO
CK
ING
PIN
SY
STE
M.
SUITABLE FOR:
MAX. WALL HEIGHT 975mm
STRAIGHT WALLS
CURVED WALLS
CORNERS
STEPS
TYPICAL CROSS SECTION – VERTICAL
TYPICAL CROSS SECTION – SLOPED
LARGE UNIT*
MEDIUM UNIT*
SMALL UNIT*
CAP UNIT
COUNTRY MANOR RANGE
country manor® almond
* Sold as a set of 4 including
2 x LARGE UNIT
1 x MEDIUM UNIT
1 x SMALL UNIT
Please note: Backfill should be no higher than the top of the retaining wall.country manor® almond ALMOND
country manor®
26
203295
203295
203295
125
125
125
gardenwall® portstone
gardenwall® hawkesbury yellow
PORTSTONE
TERRAIN
SUITABLE FOR:
MAX. WALL HEIGHT 1000mm
STRAIGHT WALLS
CURVED WALLS
A V
ER
SA
TIL
E D
ES
IGN
WIT
H A
CU
RV
ED
SP
LIT
FA
CE
SU
ITA
BLE
FO
R B
OTH
ST
RA
IGH
T A
ND
CU
RV
ED
WA
LLS
, TH
IS IS
A S
IMP
LE
SY
STE
M T
O IN
STA
LL
WH
ER
E O
NE
BLO
CK
FIT
S A
LL.
TYPICAL CROSS SECTION
STANDARD UNIT
SOFT SPLIT UNIT
– Charcoal
– Portstone
STRAIGHT SIDED UNIT
Please note: Backfill should be no higher than the top of the retaining wall.
HAWKESBURY YELLOW
CHARCOAL
gardenwall®27
TH
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WIT
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TH
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LY A
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RA
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AN
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US
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FO
R C
UR
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S,
CO
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ER
S A
ND
STE
PS
,
CA
N C
RE
ATE
STR
AIG
HT A
ND
CA
PP
ED
WA
LLS
AN
D IS
PR
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D IN
BO
TH
STA
ND
AR
D A
ND
GR
AN
DE
FO
RM
ATS
.
28 heathstonegrande®
+heathstoneregal®
heathstone regal®heathstone regal®
heathstone regal®
SUITABLE FOR:
MAX. WALL HEIGHT 972mm
STRAIGHT WALLS
CURVED WALLS
CORNERS
STEPS
162
162
440
440
280
220
220
440280
220
440
220
440
56
280
300 300
50
600300
50
HONEYCOMBE
SANDSTONE
NOUGAT
CHARCOAL
GRANDE UNIT REGAL UNIT
– CHARCOAL
– SANDSTONE
GRANDE CORNER UNIT
REGAL CORNER UNIT
– CHARCOAL
– SANDSTONE
CLASSIC CAP
DOUBLE-SIDED ROCKFACE CAP
ROCKFACE CORNER CAP
TYPICAL CROSS SECTIONPlease note: Backfill should be no higher than the top of the retaining wall.
Sandstone only available in Regal units.
*Regal units also available in Rockface.
WIT
H A
UN
IQU
E P
ITC
HE
D F
AC
E A
ND
NA
TU
RA
L S
AN
DS
TO
NE
HU
E,
GR
AN
GE
STO
NE
BLO
CK
S B
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G A
TO
UC
H O
F C
LA
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IC S
TY
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TO
TH
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.
30 grangestone®
grangestone®grangestone®
heathstone regal®
SUITABLE FOR:
MAX. WALL HEIGHT 1000mm
STRAIGHT WALLS
CORNERS
STEPS
190
190390
190
190390
225450
40
HAWKESBURY
YELLOW
STANDARD BLOCK
CORNER BLOCK
CAP
For information on typical cross
section please refer to
www.boral.com.au/mdg
NSW, Book 1 page B14
pyrmont® hawkesbury yellow
pyrmont® hawkesbury yellow
SUITABLE FOR:
MAX. WALL HEIGHT 1200mm
STRAIGHT WALLS
CORNERS
STEPS
CO
MB
ININ
G E
LE
GA
NC
E W
ITH
DU
RA
BIL
ITY,
TH
IS O
PTIO
N H
AS
A U
NIQ
UE
IN
TE
RLO
CK
ING
SY
STE
M A
ND
SH
AR
P
FR
AM
ED
SP
LIT
FA
CE
WH
ICH
MA
KE
IT S
UIT
AB
LE
FO
R P
RO
FE
SS
ION
ALLY
DE
SIG
NE
D W
ALLS
UP
TO
12M
HIG
H.
200
455315
200
455227
65
355 355
65
355 455
HAWKESBURY YELLOW
STANDARD UNIT
CORNER UNIT 90º
PREMIUM CAP
PREMIUM CORNER CAP
Please note: Backfill should be no higher than the top of the retaining wall.
TYPICAL CROSS SECTION
pyrmont®
32
455
100
275
FLUSHFACE
STRAIGHT SIDED CAP
200
455315
200
455315
455
100
275
455
100
275
keystone® standard natural CHARCOAL
SUITABLE FOR:
MAX. WALL HEIGHT 1200mm
STRAIGHT WALLS
CURVED WALLS
CORNERS
STEPS
TYPICAL CROSS SECTION
STANDARD UNIT
FLUSHFACE UNIT
KEYSTONE CAP
keystone® standard almond
FLUSHFACE
STRAIGHT SIDED CAP
Please note: Backfill should be no higher than the top of the retaining wall.A S
TR
ON
G A
ND
SE
CU
RE
WA
LLIN
G O
PTIO
N,
AVA
ILA
BLE
IN
BO
TH
FLU
SH
FA
CE
AN
D C
UR
VE
D S
PLIT
FA
CE
, IT
FE
ATU
RE
S A
UN
IQU
E
INT
ER
LO
CK
ING
PIN
SY
STE
M A
ND
IS
BE
ST S
UIT
ED
TO
PR
OFE
SS
ION
ALLY
DE
SIG
NE
D W
ALLS
UP
TO
12M
HIG
H.
ALMOND
NATURAL
33 keystone®
edgestone® hawkesbury yellow
02 prepare the site01 locate your wall 03 backfill and compactPlace blocks side by side on the
levelling pad using a string line
along the back of the units for
alignment. Level each unit side
to side and front to back using
your spirit level. Spend time
making sure the first course
of units is level, otherwise all
ensuing courses and ultimately
the entire wall will not be level.
Mark out the ground where
your wall will be located (either
by marking with stakes and
a string line or by marking a
line on the ground with spray
paint). Excavate trench then
compact roadbase into trench
to form a levelling pad.
Go to www.boral.com.au/
wallcalc t o calculate how
many blocks you require.
Install an agricultural drain
150mm diameter behind
your first course and surround
with gravel (12-20mm sized
gravel, e.g. blue metal). Shovel
and compact your backfill
(existing site soil) behind
the drainage material. (Backfill
consisting of heavy clays or
organic soils is not recommended
due to water holding properties).
Place capping units, if required,
on the top course. It is
recommended that caps be
secured using a construction
adhesive such as liquid nails®.
Some capping may require the
removal of nibs from the top
course of blocks.
Sweep the top of the previous
course clean. Place the next
course of units in a running
bond pattern (i.e. with the
vertical joints from the first
course units halfway across the
second course units). Pull each
unit forward until it locks with
the nib on the unit below. Place
the drainage material behind the
second course of units. Stack
units, placing drainage material
and compact backfill for each
block height layer until your wall
is complete.
05 fixing capping units
04 additional courses
Boral product Maximum wall height
Edgestone® 375mm
Hadrian Wall® 490mm
Mondrian® 600mm
Arena® 600mm
Heathstone Grande® 972mm
Heathstone Regal® 1000mm
Country Manor® 975mm
Gardenwall® 1000mm
Grangestone® 1000mm
Pyrmont® 1200mm*
Keystone® 1200mm*
Maximum wall heights in good soils (gravels, sandy gravels, crushed sandstone).
* Pyrmont® and Keystone® can be built up to 12m high when designed by a suitably qualified engineer and combined with soil reinforcement. Please contact your Boral representative for more information.
Note:
Please consult with regulating council for local design requirements prior to the
construction of any retaining wall. Councils in general require that retaining walls be
designed and certified by a suitably qualified engineer where the wall is over 0.5m in
height and/or where there is a surcharge loading, such as a driveway, house or other
structure near the wall.
how to build a wall34
For more information on specifi c “how to build” walls go to www.boral.com.au/
guidetobuildretainingwalls
SUITABLE FOR:
CONCRETE PAVERS
RETAINING WALL FACES
STONE SETS
COBBLES
NATURAL STONE
Geo-Fix™
Ready to use, air-cured permanent
joint filler for pavers and retaining wall
faces. No need to mix or dilute, simply
scatter, sweep and leave.
Walling Application
01 apply 03 leave02 sweep
02 sweep
Paving Application
01 scatter 03 leave
For more
information visit
www.boral.com.au/geofi x
or
www.boral.com.au/
guidetolayingpavers
35 accessories
To locate your nearest Boral
stockist, to receive brochures
or to learn more about our
products, call 1300 134 002.
Your local Boral stockist carries
a full range of our brochures and
offers expert, helpful advice.
For your nearest Boral stockist,
call 1300 134 002.
Visit our website to see the full
range of Boral products and
landscaping tools. For technical
specifications on the Boral range
of products, go to
www.boral.com.au/landscaping
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Shade variations can occur from batch to batch and within batches. Colours
shown are indicative only and should not be used for final selection. Not all
colours are available in every region for each product. See your retailer for colours
available in your region. Products ordered should be chosen from actual examples
current at time of order. Photographs in this brochure are only representative of
Boral products and the appearance and effect that might be achieved by their
use. © Copyright Boral Masonry Limited – all rights reserved 2008. Hadrian Wall®,
Stoneworks™, Stylestone™, Abode®, Aspenstone®, Promenade™, Pavestone™,
Abbey Rd®, Boulevard®
, Mondrian®, Coast®
, Heathstone Grande®, Heathstone
Regal®, Handipave™, Pyrmont®, Bradstone®, Country Manor®, Edgestone® and
Geo-Fix™ are each a registered trademark of Boral Masonry Limited. Keystone®
and Gardenwall® are registered trademarks of Keystone Retaining Wall Systems,
Inc, used under licence by Boral Masonry Limited. Liquid Nails® is a registered
trademark of Selleys Pty Limited. Boral Masonry Limited ABN 13 000 223 718.
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