ADD THE FINISHING TOUCH TO YOUR POOL, WALLS, OR STEPS WITH COPING AND WALL CAPS

Coping is the protective lip or cap at the top of a retaining wall, on stone steps, or along the edges of an inground pool deck used to bring a refined finish to your Unilock paver project.

Coping is available in various finishes, cuts, and colors to help you create a unified design across your hardscaping.

Beyond being a decorative accent, pool coping, and wall caps also serve a functional purpose. For example, a wall cap with a smooth, rounded full nose edge, such as bullnose coping, can turn a half wall into a comfortable seating option around a fire pit, fire table, or intimate patio area.

Adding coping to stone steps provides a broader platform for foot traffic. You can install lights underneath the lip to help walkers find their way at night. Caps can also be used to top off the edge of fire pits keeping the flames contained and a safe distance from those drawn to their warmth.

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CHOOSING SAFE POOL COPING

When it comes to pools, safety is a top priority. Therefore, choosing the coping pavers around the pool’s edges is essential.

Non-slip Surfaces

The most significant safety feature of Unilock coping is that it provides a gently textured, non-skid surface around the pool. Choosing a non-slip paver for your pool deck is important, and adding a little extra texture to the coping material is a smart idea as an additional measure of safety.

Choosing the Right Materials

Not all stones are suitable for use as coping. Materials prone to chipping or cracking would not be appropriate due to aesthetics and concerns over potential injuries.

There are textures that are too rough and could be unpleasant on bare skin. Also, dark-colored materials should be avoided because they could get uncomfortably hot in the summer sun. Unilock Ledgestone coping offers a natural, highly durable surface.

Many homeowners prefer coping with rounded edges. Coping comes in fullnose (rounded), square, or textured edges. A popular paver coping option for use around pools or hot tubs is fullnose because of its softer appearance and because it won’t snag on swimsuits or skin.

Drainage

If water collects on the pool's surface due to poor drainage in the surrounding region, fungi, mold, or mildew may begin to grow. Well-installed coping can help channel any water that splashes out of the pool away toward drainage channels to keep the area around the pool as dry as possible.

Coping pavers that is improperly positioned can cause injury or deterioration of the material. You can avoid this issue by working exclusively with Unilock Authorized Contractors, who Unilock has thoroughly vetted, and are expertly trained in all Unilock products and installation practices.

Coping and Aesthetics

Although safety is always the primary concern when it comes to pools, there is a chance to mix beauty and safety to design a stunning poolscape that suits your tastes and preferences. Pool coping pavers can match any design aesthetic, including rustic, old world, traditional and minimalist modern. Choices include large format stones for a clean look, to narrow individual stones that can be configured to accommodate unique pool shapes.

Choose from an array of unique color choices for your coping products. You can boldly define a pool’s edge or seamlessly integrate it into the pool deck.

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DESIGN YOUR WALL, STEP, AND POOL WITH THE BEST COPING MATERIALS

The best coping materials for your wall are the ones that will stand the test of time and look good doing so. Several coping materials are available to suit your budget or style.

Pool Copings

Using pool coping around your pool is a great way to protect your pool edges and surrounding areas. Unilock Coping dramatically enhances the appearance of swimming pools. It can add value to your home, and provide a safe environment for children and pets.

Step Copings

Step coping can be found on stairs and balconies. They're available in multiple shapes, sizes, and finishes. Some have a smooth finish, while others have a textured surface.

Unilock has several great design options for your step coping needs.

Wall Copings

Wall coping is intended to give wall construction a protected top surface. Unilock offers a wide range of wall coping products suitable for indoor and outdoor use.

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