{"title":"Tools - Marking, Levels \u0026 String Lines","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRetaining Wall Installation Tools — Levels, String Lines \u0026amp; Marking\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA retaining wall is only as straight, level, and plumb as the tools used to build it. The difference between a wall that looks professional and one that looks like a DIY disaster usually comes down to whether the builder took the time to set up string lines, check levels, and mark out the job properly before the first post went in the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur range of retaining wall installation tools covers the essentials for setting out, levelling, and aligning a concrete sleeper wall correctly — whether you're a first-time DIYer or a trade builder who just needs to restock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in This Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpirit levels\u003c\/strong\u003e — for checking posts are plumb (vertical) and sleepers are level (horizontal). A 1.2m or 1.8m level is ideal for retaining wall work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eString lines \u0026amp; line pins\u003c\/strong\u003e — for setting out the wall alignment before excavation and checking sleeper alignment as the wall goes up course by course\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarking tools\u003c\/strong\u003e — chalk lines, marking paint, and stakes for setting out the wall footprint on site\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTape measures\u003c\/strong\u003e — for measuring post spacing, wall length, and footing depths accurately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Setting Out Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRetaining walls that aren't set out correctly before the first post is installed are almost impossible to fix once the concrete footings have cured. A wall that's out of alignment by even 20–30mm at one end will look noticeably wrong once the sleepers are in — and fixing it means pulling posts and starting again.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake the time to set up string lines at the correct height and alignment before you dig a single hole. It's the most important 30 minutes of the whole job.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorks With Your Full Wall System\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/h-beam-uc-steel-posts\"\u003eH-beam steel posts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/c-channel-pfc-steel-posts\"\u003eC-channel PFC steel posts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/concrete-cement-bonding-agents-rwd\"\u003eConcrete \u0026amp; cement for post footings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardware-brackets-cleats-rwd\"\u003eHardware, brackets \u0026amp; cleats\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/retaining-wall-kits-bundles\"\u003eRetaining wall starter kits\u003c\/a\u003e — everything bundled in one order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed advice on setting out your wall correctly? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-retaining-wall-direct\"\u003eContact our team\u003c\/a\u003e — we're happy to walk you through the process before you start digging.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"concrete-rasp","title":"Concrete Rasp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 350mm (14″) concrete rasp is a hand tool for cleaning up, shaping and finishing the edges of concrete sleepers on site.\u003c\/strong\u003e Double-cut design with rasp teeth and file teeth. Delivered Australia-wide by Retaining Walls Direct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWritten and product-checked by the Retaining Walls Direct team — supplying retaining wall tools across Australia. Last updated: June 2026.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eConcrete rasp 350mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnock back sharp edges, dress cut ends and tidy the face of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/concrete-sleepers\"\u003econcrete sleepers\u003c\/a\u003e during installation. Pairs with the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tools-marking-levels-string-lines-rwd\"\u003econcrete rasp handle\u003c\/a\u003e for safer, more comfortable use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350mm (14″)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDesign\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble-cut — rasp teeth + file teeth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdge cleanup, shaping \u0026amp; finishing concrete sleepers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRetaining Walls Direct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying with confidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAustralia-wide delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e — ships by courier with your order where possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGoogle-reviewed service\u003c\/strong\u003e and trade support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReturns:\u003c\/strong\u003e see our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/returns-delivery-refund-policy\"\u003ereturns \u0026amp; delivery policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/book-a-quote\"\u003eGet a quote\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-retaining-wall-direct\"\u003econtact the team\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's it for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDressing and finishing the edges and cut ends of concrete sleepers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need the handle too?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tools-marking-levels-string-lines-rwd\"\u003erasp handle\u003c\/a\u003e makes it safer and easier to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan you deliver to me?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe deliver across most of Australia. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/book-a-quote\"\u003eSend your details\u003c\/a\u003e for a quote.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Retaining Walls Direct","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52288032243992,"sku":"RASP","price":61.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0952\/5595\/3688\/files\/concrete-rasp-350mm.webp?v=1782364747"},{"product_id":"rasp-handle","title":"Concrete Rasp Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 300mm concrete rasp handle fits compatible rasps and files, giving a soft-grip hold for safer, more comfortable finishing work.\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivered Australia-wide by Retaining Walls Direct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWritten and product-checked by the Retaining Walls Direct team — supplying retaining wall tools across Australia. Last updated: June 2026.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eConcrete rasp handle 300mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/concrete-rasp\"\u003econcrete rasp\u003c\/a\u003e for controlled, comfortable dressing of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/concrete-sleepers\"\u003econcrete sleeper\u003c\/a\u003e edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDesign\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft-grip handle for rasps \u0026amp; files\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRetaining Walls Direct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying with confidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAustralia-wide delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e — ships by courier with your order where possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGoogle-reviewed service\u003c\/strong\u003e and trade support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReturns:\u003c\/strong\u003e see our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/returns-delivery-refund-policy\"\u003ereturns \u0026amp; delivery policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/book-a-quote\"\u003eGet a quote\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-retaining-wall-direct\"\u003econtact the team\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it fit my rasp?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt fits compatible concrete rasps and files, including our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/concrete-rasp\"\u003e350mm rasp\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan you deliver to me?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe deliver across most of Australia. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/book-a-quote\"\u003eSend your details\u003c\/a\u003e for a quote.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Retaining Walls Direct","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52288042238232,"sku":"RASPHANDLE","price":22.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0952\/5595\/3688\/files\/concrete-rasp-handle-300mm.webp?v=1782364747"},{"product_id":"builders-line-nylon-pink-100m","title":"Builders Line Nylon Pink 100m","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilders line is a 100m reel of high-visibility fluorescent-pink braided nylon stringline — for setting out level, straight retaining walls, concreting and landscaping.\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivered Australia-wide by Retaining Walls Direct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWritten and product-checked by the Retaining Walls Direct team — supplying retaining wall tools across Australia. 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The \u003cstrong\u003eDy-Mark Spray \u0026amp; Mark 350g\u003c\/strong\u003e is the can we reach for on every job — from concrete sleeper wall set-outs in Brisbane clay to rocky ground pegging on Sydney sandstone sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e360° inverted valve\u003c\/strong\u003e is the standout feature for trade use. You can mark directly onto the ground without crouching or repositioning — just point and spray. The \u003cstrong\u003etoluene-free formula\u003c\/strong\u003e reduces fumes during repeat passes, which matters when you're marking 200 pegs in a row or working in a confined drainage trench.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne 350g can delivers \u003cstrong\u003e200+ spot marks\u003c\/strong\u003e or up to \u003cstrong\u003e120 linear metres of line\u003c\/strong\u003e depending on surface and colour. It dries to touch in approximately 5 minutes at 25°C and remains legible outdoors for up to 3 months — long enough to cover the full construction phase of most retaining wall and civil projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e360° valve — sprays at any angle including fully inverted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToluene-free formula — lower odour, safer for repeat use in confined areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e200+ spot marks or up to 120 linear metres per 350g can\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDries to touch in ~5 minutes at 25°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBonds to concrete, bitumen, rock, steel, timber and broken ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 high-visibility colours available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated for outdoor use up to 3 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Site Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/concrete-sleepers\"\u003eRetaining wall\u003c\/a\u003e footing and post-hole set-out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSite set-out and pegging for civil and residential projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcavation and trench boundary marking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderground utility and service locating — see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.dial-before-you-dig.com.au\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDial Before You Dig Australia\u003c\/a\u003e for service location requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurvey control marking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCar park and pavement layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemporary zone demarcation and safety marking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSurfaces \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for use on concrete, bitumen, compacted gravel, rock, steel, timber, and general broken ground. Performs on both smooth and rough surfaces — ideal for the varied conditions found on Australian construction and civil sites. Compliant with standard site safety colour-coding practices referenced in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSafe Work Australia\u003c\/a\u003e guidelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Your Site Set-Out Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDy-Mark Spray \u0026amp; Mark pairs directly with the rest of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/accessories\"\u003esite accessories range\u003c\/a\u003e, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/concrete-sleepers\"\u003eConcrete sleepers\u003c\/a\u003e — 200 Series, 250 Series, and Ironbark profiles for residential and commercial retaining walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/steel-posts\"\u003eGalvanised steel H-beam posts\u003c\/a\u003e — sized to match your sleeper wall height and soil conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drainage\"\u003eDrainage kits and ag pipe\u003c\/a\u003e — essential for AS 4678-2002 compliant retaining wall drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrdering for a full retaining wall project? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact our team\u003c\/a\u003e for a combined site delivery quote — we ship concrete sleepers, posts, drainage, and accessories direct-to-site Australia-wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAustralian Standards \u0026amp; Compliance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen setting out retaining walls in Australia, post-hole and footing positions must be accurately marked before excavation. Walls over 1 metre in height are subject to engineering requirements under \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.standards.org.au\/standards-catalogue\/sa-snz\/building\/bd-006\/as--4678-2002\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAS 4678-2002 Earth-Retaining Structures\u003c\/a\u003e. Accurate site marking from the outset reduces the risk of footing misalignment and costly rework. Check your local council requirements — most Australian states require a building permit for retaining walls over 1 metre, including \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.qbcc.qld.gov.au\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQBCC (Queensland)\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vba.vic.gov.au\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVBA (Victoria)\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.commerce.wa.gov.au\/building-and-energy\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWA Building and Energy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDangerous Goods Notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is classified as a \u003cstrong\u003edangerous good\u003c\/strong\u003e for freight purposes under Australian dangerous goods transport regulations. A DG shipping surcharge applies and is calculated at checkout. 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