Quarry blocks are heavy-duty limestone pieces sized for structural load-bearing applications.They’re used for larger retaining walls where significant soil pressure, grade change, or vehicle proximity requires maximum mass and stability. Chopped stone is square-cut and consistent but lighter, making it the better choice for shorter decorative walls, raised garden borders, and seat walls where structural demands are lower. Big Tex carries both, and the yard team can help you determine which is appropriate based on the height, soil conditions, and function of your specific wall.

Wall material quantities depend on the height, length, and thickness of the wall, as well as the specific product being used. Chopped stone and irregular builders stone are typically estimated by the ton based on wall square footage. Quarry blocks and boulders are estimated by piece count or by ton depending on the application. The Big Tex materials calculator gives a starting estimate, and calling the yard with your wall dimensions allows the team to refine that figure before you load.

Big Tex stocks wall stone, quarry blocks, boulders, concrete and mortar supplies, and Lueders slabs commonly used as wall caps, so most of a retaining or seating wall build can be sourced in a single trip. Stone and masonry tools are also available. Call ahead with your project scope and the team can confirm what is in stock and help you build out a complete materials list.