Replacing a Retaining Wall Failure with Dirt Locker® Terrace Gardening Beds for Erosion Control
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Replacing a retaining wall failure with Dirt Locker® terrace gardening beds. This erosion control product allows gardeners to protect their whole slope or hillside from water soil and nutrient erosion and maximize planting area. As your plants take root in the nurturing Dirt Locker® system your hillside becomes stronger and more stable for erosion control.
Karl an avid gardener in Niagara County New York was very happy to be able to terrace his whole hillside with the Dirt Locker® system. It allowed him to plant many more plants than he would have been able to with his former failed retaining wall. Karl’s failed retaining wall was extremely heavy, expensive, and difficult to transport, it required professional installation and it was vulnerable to gravity and the forces of nature.
Dirt Locker® is a sloped landscaping solution for hillside front yards and backyards that experience erosion and irrigation issues. We're on a mission to solve your sloped yard's engineering issues with our simple product! The Dirt Locker® gets your garden dirt locked and ready to load with fresh fruits, vegetables, and plantings in a matter of hours. Learn more about how Dirt Locker® offers hillside transformations from a variety of steepness levels on our FAQ page (link above). If you have any questions, please contact us at info@DirtLocker.com and we will be happy to return your email within 2 business days. Thank you for supporting Dirt Locker®!
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great video and product. Love that you were honest about the mistake made and showed the fix. Super helpful
@dirtlocker
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!😊
That's incredible the rain washed those big stones... I've got quite the slope in my backyard... I'll need to look into this
@austintrees
2 жыл бұрын
Look like they would be great Raised Beds for my garden...
@dirtlocker
Жыл бұрын
The Dirt Lockers® make a great raised garden terraced, while being an alternative to retaining walls.
honestly this is genius .. so simple and addresses so many needs!!
@dirtlocker
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! We appreciate your comment.
This just made me so happy, I really want one. I don't have a big problem as him, but I love the way this looks!
@dirtlocker
2 жыл бұрын
We're glad to hear it! Thanks for watching!😊🌱
Now that it's been a year since this filming- Howz about you revisit the site and give us a one year update?! I want to SEE how it holds up over time!
@dirtlocker
Жыл бұрын
What a great idea! We did just that. Take a look: kzread.info/dash/bejne/mH1ru5hviLaYotI.html Erosion control with Dirt Lockers®. Thriving plants 1 year later in New York.
I have the perfect hillside for the dirt locker!! I love this idea. It used to filled with dying ground junipers.
@dirtlocker
2 ай бұрын
Happy to hear! Dirt Lockers are versatile, effective, and easy to set up.
This is hella sick. I can't wait to get my hands on some of these.
@dirtlocker
11 ай бұрын
Thank you. Let us know if we can help in any way.
It looks beautiful. Great job!
@dirtlocker
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
Beautiful
@dirtlocker
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
It looks great!
@dirtlocker
2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
Florida landscaper here, I have two questions. What’s the lifetime of the plastics in Direct Sun and how do the deal with saltwater? Plastic’s don’t last long in Florida, they get brittle and crumble.
@dirtlocker
2 жыл бұрын
Hello, sorry for the late reply, I wasn't getting notifications. The plastic is treated with UV inhibitor, with direct sunlight all day, they will last at least 10 years. It doesnt crumble like ABS will. They should be set up with plants that will extend the life further. Salt water has absolutely no effect on this plastic.
@yolo_burrito
Жыл бұрын
HDPE is typically much more robust than other plastics.
It's beautiful, I am thinking to use this for my backyard ,but I live in Boston we have lots heavy snow in the winter . Is that could be damage it?
@dirtlocker
2 жыл бұрын
Nope! Our Dirt Lockers are made from 100% recycled HDPE plastic which can withstand temps as cold as -58° and as hot as 160°. To read more about their durability, please see our FAQ page here: www.dirtlocker.com/faq
Great product, just what we need. Here's hoping you could ship to New Zealand. Just the lighter stuff haha
@dirtlocker
2 жыл бұрын
We absolutely ship to New Zealand! Pleas email info@dirtlocker.com to receive a quote.
@chris37528
2 жыл бұрын
@@dirtlocker Thanks, we move into our new home in July so will contact you then.
@pohil42
Жыл бұрын
Did you go ahead with it getting shipped to NZ?
@chris37528
Жыл бұрын
@@pohil42 No we didn't, we have only just moved into our new build but part of me wishes I did because working on the slope with all the rain we've been having has been a challenge.
This is amazing I have a downward slope in my backyard that unusable. I would love to have this. Any contractors in NC?
@dirtlocker
3 ай бұрын
Yes, email us at info@dirtlocker.com with your zip code and we will see if we have an installer in your area.
Really interesting. Question what if you are growing vegetables how do you harvest them?
@dirtlocker
Жыл бұрын
You can use the stepping stones for easy harvesting!🌱
I've seen this done with used tires
@dirtlocker
Жыл бұрын
The toxins and chemicals from old tires is not something you want leaching into your plants or soil. Our product is made of HDPE which is the same material they use for food grade cutting boards.
My husband and I are currently building our home in central Florida. Our property is on a hill and as such the front of the the home has a pretty noticeable slope. We have been researching ways to address this issue and came across your videos. Would this system work well for our property? How would we be able to determine this?
@dirtlocker
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Carmen, please visit our website estimator (www.dirtlocker.com/estimator) and FAQ pages to get everything you need for your project area. If you still need assistance, please email us photos and measurements to info@DirtLocker.com.
Hello, dirt locker is a great idea. I’m thinking to put a stairs case on my back yard , it’s a slop about 50 degree, and the slop lasts 20-25 feet. Do u think dirt locker will work in this situation ? That means I build single column instead of an area ?
@dirtlocker
2 жыл бұрын
We don't recommend using the Dirt Locker just for stairs, as you need to plant at least 30% of your Dirt Locker system for optimal efficiency. So you can certainly set up a wider staircase and plant along the outsides of your zig zag stair case. Check out our FAQ page for more on this. www.dirtlocker.com/faq
What is the length, hight, and slope angle of this ? I have something similar to this but my project is in reverse and more of a curve on the end.
@dirtlocker
10 ай бұрын
Check out this video of an inside curve install. Hope this helps: kzread.info/dash/bejne/gZeJmdmsqrGeaLQ.html
So, a year later how well has it held up? Could you post some photos?
@dirtlocker
Жыл бұрын
Did you see the 1 year later video? We will happily send you updated photos. Please request them by emailing info@dirtlocker.com as we can't post photos on KZread. Feel free to visit our Instagram or Facebook for more photos examples.
How long will the product last in the hot sun and dry climate of Namibia?
@dirtlocker
7 ай бұрын
HOW LONG WILL THE DIRT LOCKER® LAST? + Technically, forever! High Density Polyethylene (HDPE, which the Dirt Locker® is made of) is not biodegradable and does not break down over time. They are also created with a 10-year UV inhibitor. The original prototypes were in place for 11 years with only mild fading. Additionally, since the Dirt Locker® is designed to grow and sustain plants, ideally, they will be providing shade, thus substantially increasing the life of the Dirt Locker®. Dirt Lockers come with a 5-year replacement warranty; however, it is void if not installed per our official Dirt Locker® Installation instructions emailed to you after your purchase. We stand by our product in the harshest winters (-58F/-50C) and hottest summers (+160F/+60C). The Dirt Locker® is made from 100% recycled High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) so the material is very durable and will not crack due to the elements. Check out this chart to see how the Dirt Locker® protects plants all year round! Additionally, Dirt Locker® is flame retardant by nature, however, HDPE starts to melt at 235°F so although these are not fire hazards, they are not resistant to forest fires. The HDPE UL rating is UL 94 HB: horizontal slow burning with a burning rate of less than 76mm/min and burning stops before 100mm. UV radiation: although ours are treated with 10 year UV inhibitor, if the system is sufficiently planted where it is shaded from the plants, the UV exposure is minimal.
how do you secure the bottom row so that there's no fall out?
@KristaJasper
2 жыл бұрын
The Dirt Locker system is secured with J hooks. Not every Dirt Locker in the system gets a J hook, there are several factors to consider when installing your system. You can find the J hook application for various designs on our estimator page on our website by clicking on the brochure.
Do you need to install a French drain ?
@dirtlocker
Жыл бұрын
Hello Gene, thank you for sending an email with your question. I hope you were able to get the answers you needed by receiving a phone call from us!
I assume those are the large dirtlocker. If so, how much of that white rock was needed per dirtlocker to create the stepping path? The rocks look similar to marble chips. Essentially, I am tryinto figure the volume of that type of rock I would need to create something similar.
@dirtlocker
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, Large Dirt Lockers were used. We filled up most of the Dirt Lockers with soil. Then, we put landscape fabric down to keep the rocks from going into the soil. Next we put a few inches of the white rock, probably ½ cubic foot per Dirt Locker step.
@rojaspedro7560
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent! Thank you.
@michelleshaw3618
Жыл бұрын
@@dirtlocker , did you place the landscape carpet down first, or did you cut pieces out for each dirt locker?
What is the expected life expectancy of the plastic itself
@dirtlocker
2 жыл бұрын
these are made from HDPE which is a durable material that will last for a lifetime (think of everyday kitchen cutting boards, they are durable!) We also add a UV inhibitor so you can place these in the sunniest climates and not worry about cracking!
Do ypu have a landscape contractor here in Vallejo CA? I love tour product and would like to do it on my slope for an easy climb for my mom who loves to garden. Thanks
@dirtlocker
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for reaching out to us on Facebook and Email. I hope you were able to find a contractor in your area.
So how do we get a video call with them to show them my proposed site?
@dirtlocker
2 жыл бұрын
Please email info@dirtlocker.com for an online consultation!
How long does it last
@dirtlocker
Жыл бұрын
Technically, forever! High Density Polyethylene (HDPE, which the Dirt Lockers® are made of) is not biodegradable and does not break down over time. They are also created with a 10 year UV inhibitor. The original prototypes were in place for 11 years with only mild fading. Additionally, since the Dirt Lockers® are designed to grow and sustain plants, ideally they will be providing shade, thus substantially increasing the life of the Dirt Lockers®. They also come with a 5 year warranty.
Can I install it on the side of my pond
@dirtlocker
10 ай бұрын
Yes, you can. Check out our FAQ about lakeside installs. dirtlocker.com/pages/faqs
What was the mistake made mentioned in the video?
@dirtlocker
5 ай бұрын
Underestimating the curve on the slope, we originally networked the DirtLockers all together and blanketed the hillside. Due to curvature, we realized we would need to install individual rows of DirtLockers, not all networked together
Can I get this system in Australia?
@dirtlocker
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, we ship directly to Australia. Email us at info@DirtLocker.com for a quote.
How much did this system cost?
@dirtlocker
2 жыл бұрын
The price will vary depending on the size of your project (which will determine Dirt Locker & J hook quantity), the slope angle (which will determine the model), and then choose the color you want. You can use our estimator on our website to determine your project needs and add it to your cart to get the total price: www.dirtlocker.com
@cherylschoenback2908
Жыл бұрын
@@dirtlocker - your website is not working. Has the address changed?
High-density polyethylene
@dirtlocker
Жыл бұрын
Yes, our products is made of 100% HDPE, the plastic that sticks around forever, hence the reason we use it. We want this plastic out of our landfills and oceans. We repurpose it to solve erosion problems by stabilizing a hill to create vegetable and flower gardens! You can be sure the product will last as well :)
Now, I just need a Tractor... lol! jk
@dirtlocker
5 ай бұрын
You can go with this option, but most people have soil delivered and use buckets, wheelbarrows, soil blowers or slides. You can get creative!
Available contractor in Diamond Bar, Ca 91765?
@dirtlocker
Жыл бұрын
You may be out of range for our top Los Angeles referral but it's worth giving them a call. www.kathys-landscaping.com
Why aren’t you on Amazon? Really silly
@dirtlocker
2 жыл бұрын
We are working on it! In the meantime, you can order directly from our new website store with free shipping in continental USA. www.dirtlocker.com/buy-dirt-locker
I was excited till I saw the price. 10 for $130..pass
@dirtlocker
Жыл бұрын
Compared to a retaining wall, our price is a more affordable option.
@HopALongSassidy
Жыл бұрын
Doesn’t it need to be replaced every 10 years? Retaining walls last.