ᐅ Covering and Cladding for Formwork Block Walls – What Are the Options?

Hello everyone,
I want to attach coping slabs on top of our walls (see pictures) and improve the overall appearance of the walls.
The standard coping slabs in gray/anthracite are easy to install but not very attractive visually. Does anyone have a nice alternative idea?
I would also like to plaster and paint the walls themselves. Has anyone had experience with this? Or are there other options as alternatives?
Thanks and best regards,
Stefan

I can think of a nice rhombus cladding as a possible option. Rendering is also possible, but you need to ensure good waterproofing for the part in contact with the ground. Alternatively, you could use weathering steel (Corten steel) in front. Another option is Trespa or similar products.
The last option that comes to mind is a "brick slip" cladding with thin facing bricks.

What is planned for the fence shown in picture 1?

You can generally use wall caps made of stone (whether natural, concrete, or gravel, etc.), metal (zinc sheet/aluminum in various colors), or wood.

I would also find a wooden solution much more visually appealing.

For example, you could screw simple battens crosswise and then attach vertical battens or rough, differently sized boards. It's easy to implement, affordable, and looks nice. After that, you can also attach flower containers to the wooden structure or design it freely. If needed, a board can be easily replaced. We have done this directly on the house as well as in the garden.

Similarly, at least on the tall wall, I could imagine using steel meshes or a metal/wire frame to allow the large wall to be covered with ivy or similar climbing plants.

I would also visually integrate the fence in a similar way right from the start.

In my opinion, the planned facing options tend to look shabby again over time or require regular cleaning. At the base of the tall wall, for instance, you could place wide planters with a similar cladding and plant them.

Alternatively, you could build terraced beds in front of the tall wall, for example, two sections, which could be easily done with sturdy wooden planks or similar materials.

"Wood belongs in the stove," said my coworker. He also mentioned that plastering or gluing wouldn’t hold because of the moisture.
He recommended Trespa or Fundermax panels, but I find those too expensive. The sides of the staircase should also be covered. The easiest for me would be to work with wood. However, I think the appearance might not look good after a while. Plaster could also peel off. It’s driving me crazy. The fence at the entrance area should remain in place!

Stefan2.84 schrieb:

And plastering or gluing wouldn’t hold anyway because of the moisture.

That is technically incorrect. If done properly, only your descendants would have to deal with any issues.

nordanney schrieb:

That is technically incorrect. Only your heirs will have a problem with it if done correctly.

Personally, I would also prefer plastering. However, I have some minor concerns. What is the most important thing to consider?