This section of our website is intended to inform homeowners and amateur wallers about the fundamental aspects of dry stone wall building. The Stone Trust believes that there is a waller in every one of us. At the same time, The Stone Trust seeks to increase awareness about lasting, safe construction.

There is no substitute for professional expertise, and The Stone Trust stands ready to help anyone find a certified waller to advise and/or assist. We also know that dry stone walling can provide challenge and satisfaction to any property owner. Read these pages with an eye to improving not only your landscape, but your understanding of and respect for stone.

Note: If you plan to build a wall, and are going to read only one page, the page to read is entitled Basics. Dry stone walls can seem complex at first, with all the different parts and terms. Fortunately the basic techniques needed to build a strong wall can be condensed down to five basic rules. If you follow these rules, your wall will be strong and good looking.

The text in this section of our website was written by Brain Post, Intermediate Certificate holder, Dry Stone Walling Association of Great Britain. Thanks, Brian!