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[0] WOOD [1] Accessible materials Fairly simple installation [3] Can relate to almost any style Blends into the landscape more naturally than any other material [4] If installed with proper materials, waterproofing and preservatives, it can last for 20 years or more [2] 
May rot Doesn't last as long as other wall materials Recommended for walls under 4-foot
Retaining Wall Material Comparison - Landscaping Network
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