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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.

welcome to 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

03

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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how to choose pavers04

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

400 400

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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


POOLS

BULLNOSE (FOR STEPS

AND POOL SURROUNDS)

SMOKE

CHALK

stoneworks™ travertine chalk stoneworks™ travertine smoke

stoneworks™ travertine chalk STRETCHER BOND

300 300

40

GIRONDE

GREY GREEN

GIRONDE

450310

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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

600

300

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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

1.3

50m

1 standard unit

bradstone® old town gironde bradstone® grey green cobblesbradstone® old town gironde

bradstone® old town gironde

SUITABLE FOR:

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POOLS

BULLNOSE (FOR STEPS

AND POOL SURROUNDS)

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10 aspenstone®

STRETCHER BOND

HERRINGBONE 90°

HERRINGBONE 45º

PATTERNS

BUTTERMILK

CAPPUCCINO

VANILLA

aspenstone® buttermilk aspenstone® vanilla

SUITABLE FOR:

PEDESTRIAN


POOLS

BULLNOSE (FOR STEPS

AND POOL SURROUNDS)

aspenstone® cappuccino

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SUITABLE FOR:

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POOLS

BULLNOSE (FOR STEPS

AND POOL SURROUNDS)

abode® biscotti

BISCOTTI

450 450

40

400 450

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450 450

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STANDARD

5 units per m2

450 BULLNOSE


400 BULLNOSE


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


QUARRY BULLNOSE


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SUITABLE FOR:

PEDESTRIAN (PATHS, PATIOS,

COURTYARDS)

POOLS

BULLNOSE (FOR STEPS

AND POOL SURROUNDS)

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SUITABLE FOR:

PEDESTRIAN


POOLS

BULLNOSE (FOR STEPS

AND POOL SURROUNDS)

coast®

coast®

PATTERNS

STACKED BOND 45º

STACKED BOND

400 400

40

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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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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pavescape® tan blend

pavescape®

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PATTERNS

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pavestone™ charcoal

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abbey rd®

boulevard

SUITABLE FOR:


COURTYARDS)

DRIVEWAY

POOLS

FUDGE

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CHARCOAL/

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115230

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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RESORT TERRACOTTA

CREAM

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TANRESORT

IRONSTONE

TERRACOTTARED

BRINGELLY®

37 units per m2

PATTERNS

STRETCHER BOND

BASKETWEAVE

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HERRINGBONE 45º

17

230

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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

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220

440

220

440

565

280

300 300

50

600

300

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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

20

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

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975

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600

Steps

various

23 24

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375

26

large

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490

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1200

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27

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medium medium

Pyrm

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1200

32

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®

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:


STRAIGHT WALLS

CURVED WALLS

UNITS PER LINEAL METRE 7.14

TYPICAL CROSS SECTION

STANDARD UNIT

CAP UNIT

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Please note: Backfill should be no higher than the top of the retaining wall.

HAWKESBURY YELLOW


edgestone®

22

SUITABLE FOR:


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

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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


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:


STRAIGHT WALLS

CORNER

STEPS

mondrian®TH

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mondrian®

mondrian®

25

SUITABLE FOR:


STRAIGHT WALLS

CORNER

STEPS


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

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SUITABLE FOR:


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:


STRAIGHT WALLS

CURVED WALLS

A V

ER

SA

TIL

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ES

IGN

WIT

H A

CU

RV

ED

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STANDARD UNIT

SOFT SPLIT UNIT

– Charcoal

– Portstone

STRAIGHT SIDED UNIT


HAWKESBURY YELLOW

CHARCOAL

gardenwall®27

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28 heathstonegrande®

+heathstoneregal®

heathstone regal®heathstone regal®

heathstone regal®

SUITABLE FOR:


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


Sandstone only available in Regal units.

*Regal units also available in Rockface.

WIT

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UN

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ITC

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D F

AC

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NA

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TO

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30 grangestone®

grangestone®grangestone®

heathstone regal®

SUITABLE FOR:


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



SUITABLE FOR:


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

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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



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:


STRAIGHT WALLS

CURVED WALLS

CORNERS

STEPS


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

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IS

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UP

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12M

HIG

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ALMOND

NATURAL

33 keystone®


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

Calls charged at local rates. Not available to callers from mobile or pay phones.

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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Prospect NSW 2148

Tel (02) 9840 2333

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ACT

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Fyshwick ACT 09

Tel (02) 6280 8259

Fax (02) 6280 6262

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