Description
Build straight, durable projects fast with this 8 x 8 x 16 hollow concrete block. Tackle raised beds, short garden walls, and sturdy bases with a block that stays square, resists weather, and keeps costs predictable. Count on consistent sizing for clean lines and quicker layout—ideal for weekend DIY work.
Key Features
- Consistent sizing: Speed layout and reduce cutting for a cleaner finish.
- Hollow core design: Lighten each lift while allowing rebar and core fill for added strength.
- Weather resistant: Stand up to freeze-thaw cycles and everyday backyard use.
- Fire and pest proof: Build long-lasting structures that won’t warp, rot, or invite insects.
- Smooth faces: Create neat walls that accept caps, stucco, or paint.
- DIY-friendly: Stack, align, and bond with mortar or construction adhesive.
Applications
Use it for raised planters, garden edging, mailbox bases, grill islands, utility enclosures, and step risers. Build small retaining borders; for structural retaining walls or load-bearing work, follow local codes and consider professional guidance.
Specifications
- Material: Concrete (cement, sand, aggregate)
- Dimensions (Nominal): 8 x 8 x 16 in
- Dimensions (Actual): 7-5/8 x 7-5/8 x 15-5/8 in
- Configuration: 2-cell hollow CMU
- Finish: Smooth, mold-cast
- Color: Natural gray
- Compatibility: Accepts rebar and core fill; works with standard caps
Start on a compacted, level base. Stagger joints, bond with mortar or landscape block adhesive, and cap or seal for a finished look. Rinse occasionally to keep surfaces clean.