Cor-ten-steel ships all over Australia
Corten step risers are quick and easy to install
Corten step construction methods
Options for securing corten step risers.
35mm Flat Top step riser back view
Corten step risers come with fixing plates
For additional strength use anchor blocks
Securing the fixing plates into concrete anchor blocks with a reo rod
Bent reo fixing rod
10mm or 12mm reo rods
Haunching to increase step strength
Adding concrete or mortar haunching will increase the strength of the steps for commercial applications
Haunching detail
In step applications with anticipated high traffic loadings, haunching is suggested to provide more support
Coating buried corten
Coating buried corten with bitumen paint will increase the lifespan
Temporary stakes
Temporary stakes can be used to secure the steps while the concrete is setting
Square end step riser
One piece square ends may require a peg to secure the ends
Square one piece step risers
One piece square end risers with paver treads
One Piece corten steps
Come in 600mm, 900mm, and 1200mm wide options
Flat face step riser with concrete tread
Backing filling the step riser with concrete before adding the tread paver
Site Mitre Flat Top Risers
For change in direction of step risers, site mire the joins with an angle grinder
Flat Top Edging for domestic risers
2mm thick Flat top edging can be used for domestic step risers, for commercial steps use the 3mm thick step risers
Corten protection
Coating buried corten with bitumen paint will increase the lifespan
Planters set up prior to riser install
Corten planters braced while posts setting before risers are installed
Corten 35mm Flat Top Step risers
Child and pet friendly
After site trimming Flat Top edges
create fixing tabs on site, to replace the missing fold
Close up of Flat Top Edging radius
Child and pet friendly
Using corner joiners and posts
Posts set in pile holes, do not drive into ground with hammer
Example Layouts
Our team has created and priced a large range of example retaining wall layouts. Use these as inspiration for your project!
Free Layout Assistance
Our extensive collection of corten step ideas and designs is just the beginning. We don’t just offer inspiration; we provide crucial assistance with design and layout, helping you translate your vision into a practical, beautiful reality.
You can send us your sketches or drawings, and our team will work with you to refine the concept, ensuring optimal parts selection for durability and visual appeal. From initial concept to final execution, we’ll help you unlock the potential of your property, ensuring you achieve the best retaining wall solution to enhance its beauty and functionality.
24th Nov 2025