The difference between retaining walls and edging

Are you wondering what the difference is between retaining walls and edging? We understand, because at first glance the two look very similar. Yet the two elements do not have the same purpose.

• Retaining walls are meant to create large height differences in your garden. They can hold back soil. In addition, they are extremely strong so they can support a higher terrace, lawn or border.
• Edging is meant to separate the different elements in your garden. Consider separating the lawn, borders, patio, paving, flower beds, walkways, and so on.

What is a corten steel retaining wall (raised border)?

Corten steel retaining walls are tough and robust elements for your garden. They are usually used to create height differences in the garden. This raised border gives a playful and spatial effect. With a retaining wall you can, for example, create a raised terrace partition, planter or border. Because of its typical rust color, a Corten steel retaining wall gives your garden an industrial look. Moreover, Corten steel is an extremely strong material that is weather-resistant and indestructible.

Large assortment of retaining walls

Thanks to our wide range of retaining walls you can combine endlessly. You can design the look you want for your garden. You can choose from curved retaining walls (with inner or outer corner), retaining walls with corner (with inner or outer corner) and straight retaining walls. Don't see your desired size or model listed? Then feel free to contact us and we will look at the possibilities for customization.

All retaining walls on this page are made of Corten steel. Would you rather order retaining walls in a different color? Check out our range of powder coated steel retaining walls.

installing corten steel retaining walls

Corten steel retaining walls are easy to join together blindly with the included fasteners. It is not necessary to fix the retaining walls to the ground. Due to the wide bottom edge and pressure from the earth, the retaining wall will remain upright.

High quality corten steel for your garden

Corten steel is a very strong material that is very suitable for your garden. All our Corten steel products are manufactured from high-quality Corten-A steel plate. This includes our retaining walls. In addition, Corten steel is known for its typical brown/orange rust color. This color forms automatically through a natural rusting process. This creates a tough and robust appearance. Good to know: the Corten steel retaining walls are delivered unrusted, in a gray metallic color. The rust layer forms automatically, without the need for any treatment. All that is required is patience. Within two to six months, the brown/orange rust layer appears. Learn more about the material corten steel in our Corten Steel Guide.

Order corten steel retaining walls through MySteel

On our website you can order various types of retaining walls, in various shapes and sizes. You can find our entire offer including prices on this page. Order the appropriate corten steel retaining walls easily and quickly through our webshop. Do you see your desired retaining wall not listed? Please contact us for a possible custom order.