If you live in the northern suburbs of Buenos Aires—specifically in the affluent, leafy neighborhoods of Olivos, La Lucila, Martínez, or Vicente López—you have likely heard the term "Rubro 59" and "Traviesas" (railroad ties) mentioned in hardware stores, garden centers, or among local architects.
For the best results, combine a trip to a corralón on Av. Maipú with a consultation from a local landscape architect. With proper installation, your Rubro 59 project will last over 30 years—becoming a permanent, beautiful feature of your Olivos home. rubro 59 traviesas zona norte olivos
Tip: Buy in "pallet" lots (20+ units) to get a 15% discount. Do it yourself: If you are building a low garden border (2-3 ties high). Tools needed: Drill, level, hammer, saw. Call a professional: If the wall exceeds 1 meter, you need drainage engineering. Look for "Constructora especializada en muros de contención Zona Norte" . If you live in the northern suburbs of