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...
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kieranfromrockmyre
May 23, 20234 min read
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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kieranfromrockmyre
Apr 28, 20234 min read
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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kieranfromrockmyre
Apr 21, 20232 min read
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...
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kieranfromrockmyre
Apr 14, 20232 min read
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...
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kieranfromrockmyre
Apr 7, 20233 min read
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...
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kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 31, 20232 min read
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...
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kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 24, 20232 min read
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....
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kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 14, 20231 min read
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...
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kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 14, 20232 min read
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...
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kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 14, 20231 min read
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...
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kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 14, 20232 min read
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...
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kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 14, 20231 min read
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...
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kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 14, 20232 min read
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...
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kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 14, 20232 min read
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...
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kieranfromrockmyre
Mar 14, 20232 min read
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...
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