How to Make Gabion Bin Store

Below you will find a step by step guide on how to make gabion bin store. 

• Experience Required: Medium
• Tools Required: Protective gloves, Tape measure, Spray paint, Shovel, Spade, Spirit level, Tamper
• Materials Required: Gabion baskets, Helicals or Tying wire, Stone, Geotextile, Basecourse or Gravel, Bin

Step 1) Plan the Layout

• Begin by measuring your space, then plan the layout of your gabion bin storage.

 

Step 2) Mark the Location

• Mark the locations for the baskets using spray paint.

Step 3) Dig a Base

• Dig a 10cm deep foundation for your gabion bin store and ensure the surface is level.

Step 4) Add Geotextile

• Lay a sheet of geotextile over the ground to improve stability and allow proper drainage.

Step 5) Gravel or Basecourse

• Then spread a layer of gravel or basecourse over the geotextile.
• Optional: add a concrete base for extra strength.

Step 6) Compact Base

• Compact the gravel down firmly with a hand tamper to form a stable, even base.

Step 7) Assemble Gabion

• Place the first basket in position.
• Begin assembling it by securing the corners with helicals, but leave the adjacent corners open for now.

Step 8) Position and Secure

• Follow the same process for the rest of the baskets.
• Secure every corner with helicals, and use them as well to join the gabions together.

Step 9) Fill with Stone

• Fill your baskets with stones.

 

Step 10) Close & Secure the Lids

• Fold the lids down to close the baskets.
• Secure the lids with helicals or tying wire.

Step 11) Position the Bin

• Lastly, move the bin into its final position.

Further Tips on How to Make Gabion Bin Store

• Design it to accommodate two or more bins.
• Include planters at the top to create a gabion planter or living green roof.
• This structure adds wind protection and improves the overall appearance.
• For a more creative finish, use different types of stone and combine them to form patterns or visual designs.
• Always build on a compacted gravel or concrete foundation to prevent sinking or leaning over time.

FURTHER READING

• How to Lace Gabion Baskets – A guide to lacing wire cages with tying wire or helicals.
• How To Assemble Gabion Baskets – Learn how to assemble wire cages.
• How to Install Gabion Baskets – Step-by-step instructions for installing baskets using different methods.
• How to Join Gabion Baskets Together – Learn how to join baskets together.
• Gabion Learning Hub – a library of help videos
• What is a gabion – a good starting point to understand the subject

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This blog was created by our Technical Illustrator, Timi and reviewed by our Founder, John.

Below you’ll find examples of our real-life gabion wall builds. We’ve opted for technical illustrations for the instructions found in this blog because they provide better clarity on mesh placement and structural details that can get lost in real-life photography.