If you are looking to renovate or replace your damaged pool surface, broken bull nose, or simply want a more pleasing look to your pool deck, then you should think about pool coping.
Pool coping is the basis, of the design of swimming pools which, is the edging placed around the top edge of the pool.
It has various functions – it separates the structure from the decking and serves as a frame, protects the swimming pool as well as protecting the surroundings from being damaged by water.
Different Types of Pool Coping.
There are four different types of pool coping you can choose from.
Bull Nose Coping
The most popular and widespread type of swimming pool coping.
This coping features a rounded edge. Its flexibility in terms of the material to be used is the primary advantage of this pool coping option.
You can use poured concrete, brick or stone for the bull nose coping
Rough-cut Coping
Made of rough stone, the rough-cut pool coping is the perfect choice if you want to place a rough edge on your pool. The rough-cut option paves the way for a classic and classy look for your pool.
Cantilever Coping
Also another widely preferred. If you want your pool to display a more modernized aura, this type of pool coping would be the best match. The cantilever coping features a large beam-like structure that surrounds the edge of the pool.
Rolled-edge Pool Coping
This is widely used for athletic swimming pools. The rolled-edge coping provides the pool with an edge or a surface the swimmers can grab on to. A smooth, unturned edge is one of the key differences between the rolled-edge pool coping and the other types.