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Dry Stone Walls Teminology
It came to my attention recently when researching how they built walls in different parts of the UK that many of the words I used where...
kieranfromrockmyre
May 30, 202311 min read
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Dry Stone Wall Angles and Batter
The correct angle for a dry stone wall, also known as the batter angle, can vary depending on regional traditions, specific wall design,...
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May 23, 20234 min read
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Basic Dry Stone Walling Principles
From bottom to top, here are some basic principles for dry stone walling. The depth of foundations for a dry stone wall will depend on a...
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Apr 28, 20234 min read
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Dry Stone Walling- As Old As The Hills They Sit On
The exact origins of dry stone walling are unclear, as this traditional building technique has been used by various cultures throughout...
kieranfromrockmyre
Apr 21, 20232 min read
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Dry Stone Walling In Winter
Dry stone walling in Huddersfield which is known for its cold winters can be a challenge! Winter Months It is possible to build a dry...
kieranfromrockmyre
Apr 14, 20232 min read
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Stone Bench Design
I recently got asked to design and build a bench made out of dry stone walling stone. here is the design. The stone for the bench would...
kieranfromrockmyre
Apr 7, 20233 min read
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How Long It Took Me To Learn To Dry Stone Wall
I started walling as child. Working on my parents and Grandparents sheep farm in the Pennines there was always dry stone walls which...
kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 31, 20232 min read
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How A Dry Stone Walls Stays Dry!
A dry stone wall is a type of wall constructed without the use of mortar or any other adhesive material to bind the stones together....
kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 24, 20232 min read
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Building A Dry Stone Wall Stile
A counterbalanced self-supporting dry stone wall stile is a type of stile or a stepover that allows people to cross over a dry stone wall...
kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 14, 20231 min read
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Design & Build
I had a brief to build a garden rookery out of reclaimed walling stone in the style of a boat. My client wanted a design similar to a...
kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 14, 20232 min read
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Reclaimed or New Stone
Using reclaimed stone on a dry stone wall can have both advantages and disadvantages, so it depends on the specific circumstances and...
kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 14, 20231 min read
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Should I Repair My Dry Stone Wall, Or Put Up A Fence?
There are several benefits of choosing a dry stone wall over a fence: Dry stone walls are built to last for generations and can withstand...
kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 14, 20232 min read
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Dry Stone Wall Cost
The cost of building a dry stone waller can vary depending on several factors, including the size and complexity of the project, the type...
kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 14, 20231 min read
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Dry Stone Wall Batter (Angle)
The recommended batter angle for a dry stone wall can vary depending on the specific circumstances of the wall, such as the height and...
kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 14, 20232 min read
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Should I Cement Toppings On My Dry Stone Wall?
It is generally not recommended to add cement or any other form of topping to a dry stone wall. Dry stone walls are built by carefully...
kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 14, 20232 min read
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The Ecological Benefits Of Dry Stone Walls
Dry stone walls have several ecological benefits, including: Providing habitat for plants and animals: Dry stone walls create small...
kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 14, 20232 min read
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