8 Practical Awesome Ways To Use Gabions

 What are Gabions?

A Gabion is a constructed enclosed case full of selected materials such as rocks, stone, sand, or concrete. The gabion’s primary purpose is to prevent erosion from construction by making use of its adjustable block structure that enables slope resilience. These are commonly used in engineering projects.

                         Gabion Uses

Gabions are very strong structures that are typically used for erosion control, road building, and military applications. But did you know that you can also use them for many other purposes in your home?

What are the types of Gabions?

First, they were garden walls and fences. But now more and more homeowners are starting to build other things with gabions. And it makes complete sense! Not only these are easier to build than concrete, but they could also be a cheaper option if you have access to lots of free rocks and stones.


1. Wire mesh enclosed

These wire meshed gabions promote slope stability to prevent soil erosion. It is built to avoid the fall of rocks on the highway.


2. Enclosed sacks

Gabions enclosed in sacks are often used during urgent hydraulic projects.


3. Reno mattress

Reno mattresses are used for channel coating to avoid erosion. Usually, this is built with a smaller diameter when compared with other types. Ideally, the size is 6m long x 2m wide x .3m high.


4. Home decorations

Gabions are commonly used at home for garden structure and landscape ideas.


How can we use these gabions in our daily lives?

1. Outdoor Cooking

    
Gabion Used for Outdoor Cooking
Gabion Used for Outdoor Cooking
Rameshwaram Marble


2. Fence
Gabion Uses
Gabion Uses
Gabion Uses


3. Table and Seating


Gabion Uses
Gabion Uses
Gabion Uses


4. Fire Pit

Gabion Uses
Gabion Uses
Gabion Uses


5. Water Feature


Gabion Uses
Gabion Uses
Gabion Uses


6. Planter/Garden Bed


Gabion Uses
Gabion Uses
Gabion Uses


7. Pedestal


Gabion Uses
Gabion Uses
Gabion Uses


8. Pillars/Columns



Gabion Uses
Gabion Uses
Gabion Uses



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