Looking for a versatile, stylish retaining wall solution? Modernstone® Retaining Concrete Blocks by National Masonry are engineered to combine structural strength with modern design. With their sleek, picture-framed split face finish, these concrete blocks add a sophisticated touch to any space—perfect for contemporary landscaping and classic garden designs alike.

The Modernstone range offers adaptable features with premium materials, including formal caps and 90-degree corner concrete blocks, ensuring seamless integration into a wide variety of landscapes. Available in a robust size of 440 x 280 x 165 mm, they’re ideal for creating smooth, flowing curves or strong, straight walls up to 2 metres high (engineering and certification required for walls over 1 metre).

Completing the look with corner blocks and caps.

Modernstone Retaining Wall Block Features

• Sophisticated Finish: Genuine split face with a high-quality flush finish and beveled edges.
• Flexible Design: Unique corner concrete block allows for precise 90-degree angles, no fuss needed.
• Versatile Applications: Suitable for straight, curved walls, and garden bed edges.
• Maximised Land Use: Near-vertical installation allows for optimal use of space.
• Durability and Colour Retention: Long-lasting colour thanks to premium oxide pigments.
• Suitable for Tall Structures: Use for walls up to 2 metres (6.5 ft) high, with engineering certification recommended for heights over 1 metre (3.3 ft).
• Fade-Resistant Pigments: Crafted with premium oxide pigments that provide a lasting colour match to Modernstone® standard concrete blocks.
• Manufactured Locally to Australian Standards: Produced by National Masonry® to strict quality standards, ensuring durability and consistency across your project.
• Premium Cap Options: Complete your wall with caps that match the corner blocks for a refined look.

Applications for Modernstone Concrete Blocks

The Modernstone Retaining Wall Block System is suitable for many residential, commercial and industrial applications such as:

• Corner and corner retaining walls
• Straight retaining walls
• Garden beds
• Stairs

Modernstone Retaining Wall Blocks by National Masonry Specifications

• Capable of wall heights up to 2.0m (walls over 1 metre require specific engineering & certification)
• Colours available: Charcoal, Beach, Light Sands
• Concrete block size: 440 x 220 x 165 mm
• Weight per unit: 20.0kg
• Units per pallet: 48