 Lay out base |
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 Lay out the base course according to your wall design.
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 Adding the second course of steps |
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 Add the second course of steps, staggering them from the previous course to maintain running bond. Remember, it is very important to backfill and compact behind and along the sides of each course of step units. Place step units so the face of the step overlaps the previous course by 1½ to 2 inches.
Affix the front of the step units to preceding course with a concrete adhesive.
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 Building the second course of the wall |
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 Build the second course of your wall. Place a standard block near the second course of steps, maintaining running bond with the base course. Measure and cut a block to fit the space remaining between the step units in the wall, making sure that the vertical edges fit tightly against both the step and standard unit. Remove the rear lip on the blocks when necessary, and angle the block flush with the face of the previous course. Affix in place with a concrete adhesive. This procedure will help maintain a uniform step width throughout construction. Complete the second course of the wall. Repeat these steps following proper construction until the wall is finished.
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Tip:
Drain tile can be placed behind the lowest step units at grade. An alternative would be to place the drain tile behind each wall adjacent to the steps.
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