Natural Stone Pool Coping
Posted on Aug 14, 2009 | Tagged in: Pool Coping , flagstone

Apex Stone offers an array of natural stone options for décor in and around your pool.
If you didn't know, coping is the aesthetic cap on the edge of a swimming pool or spa which is mounted on the bond beam. Coping is intended to blend in with its natural surrounds, and is also used as a support for swimmers to hold onto and rest on. If you're in the middle of renovating or building a pool, you may be familiar with the array of options pool coping entails.
While pool coping can be achieved via poured concrete, pre-cast concrete material, and tile, we believe natural stone brings an unsurpassed natural beauty to pools and spas that no other material can achieve. When you visit our showroom, you will soon be a believer, too. Because of the nature of natural stone, almost any type and color blends in beautifully in an outdoor environment.
A Lasting Value
Don't let cost keep you from making the decision you really want. Apex has the resources to show you how stone can be utilized in a cost-effective way for your specific pool design. For example, flagstone comes in a variety of thicknesses, but in pool coping a consistent thickness must be maintained in all stone pieces. We can recommend the stone size and type that will fulfill your budget and dreams. A more beautiful design now means a better return on your investment later.
Benefits of Natural Stone Pool Coping
Benefits of stone pool coping include its texture, slip resistance, warmth, and endurance against the elements of chlorine, salt water, and other natural elements. With natural stone, you also always get the added benefit of insurance against chipping affecting the beauty of the material.
If you're interested in using stone for your pool or spa, we can work with your pool builder on construction decisions and material transportation. As always, we can deliver Quarry Direct.
You can visit our Pool Coping page to begin visualizing how nature's beauty can enhance your recreational oasis.

