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The retaining wall is one of the most functional elements in all of landscape design. The purposes of the retaining wall are first and foremost to do things like prevent erosion, seepage and water damage. But don't let the utilitarian nature of retaining walls blind you to their more decorative and aesthetic possibilities. 

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As springtime draws nearer, the homeowner's brain begins to buzz with visions of projects-to-be.  Some of them will turn out to be nothing more than wishful thinking, but others will weigh on the mind as projects that really do need to be completed.

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When your yard isn't completely flat, you will find it isn't as functional as you desire. One of the ways you can change this is by installing retaining walls to flatten the surface into a more usable form. If you choose a retaining wall for your yard, you will also need to consider whether you should also install lighting with it. There are several reasons why lighting your retaining wall is beneficial.

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