An Easy Way to Cover an Ugly Backyard Wall

See how this homeowner transformed a plain concrete wall into a finished stone feature—without tearing anything out.

Hi, I’m Rob, and I worked with this homeowner in Florida on a simple backyard upgrade.

The concrete wall along the yard felt unfinished and didn’t match the rest of the outdoor space. It stood out visually and took away from the overall look.

The homeowner wasn’t looking for a major project—they just wanted a clean way to cover the wall and make the space feel more complete.

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Covering a Concrete Wall Without Rebuilding It

Update a Concrete Block Wall • Installs Over Concrete Block

Instead of removing the existing wall, we installed stone directly over it—creating a finished look that blends naturally into the yard.

✅ Installed directly over concrete block

✅ No demolition required

✅ Completed in days, not weeks

From Plain Concrete to a Finished Backyard Feature

A simple upgrade turned this builder-grade exterior into a clean, custom look adding depth, contrast, and a high-end finish without major construction.

Before

Cover Concrete Wall Outdoor Before

The Goal

Bare concrete block wall
Looked unfinished
Didn’t match the yard
Reduced overall backyard appeal
Visually distracting

After

Cover Concrete Wall Outdoor After

The Solution

Cover wall with stone veneer
Create a natural, finished look
Add texture and warmth
Blend into landscaping
Turn it into a feature instead of a flaw

What Does It Cost to Cover a Backyard Wall Like This?

Projects like this typically range between $1,500–$5,000, depending on size and layout. This is often much more affordable than rebuilding or replacing the wall entirely.

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Project Details

Products Used: Panels
Color: Desert Sunrise
Install: Over Concrete Block

Yes, GenStone can be installed over any flat surface as long as the substrate is sturdy and will not move. To install over block, simply use Tapcon screws and construction adhesive.

Yes, GenStone is engineered to withstand the elements and perform like any other siding product.

Yes, with or paint or stain you will be left with a flat concrete like surface whereas with GenStone, you will not only add color, but also texture and depth.

Desert Sunrise Color Guide

This color was chosen to create contrast and give the wall a natural stone appearance that blends into the surrounding landscape.

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Kenai Kenai Panel

Ellie is the best person I've talked with as a representative from a company in years. She was informative and knew what she was talking about. She answered my questions accurately and politely. She kept in touch until I got the product samples I had ordered. She did not high pressure me to buy something. She estimated the amount of stone panels I would need and gave me a good total cost. When I called back to place my order, I asked to speak with her again. I actually got her.

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Stacked Stone Kenai

We were very pleased from the ordering process to our finished project. Evan helped us determine quantities and finishing products. The product came well packed and undamaged. From start to finish we worked on this project 2 days. Not bad for 2 senior citizens. We love the way it looks and are hopeful GenStone will provide the insulation we are looking for on this exposed wall.

Evan Trevenna

Senior Project Coordinator

Wish I had more places to use Genstone

Stacked Stone Desert Sunrise

Great product it was a breeze to install and all it needed was a hand saw and the caulking gun and the supplies provided by Genstone. But I want to compliment the staff at Genstone for their assistance. Bri and Zach were very helpful. They were very quick to fix a problem with my order and I had my new order within 2 days. Thank you very much. I only wish I had more places in my townhouse to use Genstone. Thank you

Zach Erhardt

Manager

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