When you get a new pool, you have a lot of choices to make about its design, from the shape of it to the accessories to the design elements. The materials you choose for the pool decking and border will have a big impact on the overall look of the pool, as well as the overall look of your outdoor space. Cantilevered coping is a popular choice for a pool’s border because it offers many benefits.
Cantilevered coping is a style of concrete edging that hangs slightly over the water’s edge. The concrete border has a rounded edge, and it can be seamless or installed in small sections, like bricks. The coping can be poured into a form onsite, or it can be ordered ahead of time and installed at the pool later.
Here are just a few of the benefits of using this attractive pool edging:
Reduces Splashing
Because cantilevered coping hangs slightly over the inner edge of the pool, it serves as a bit of a splash guard. Water will hit the lower edge of the coping, rather than splashing out of the pool and onto the decking. That means that there will be less water on the deck, reducing the risk of slipping. Reduced water on the deck will also mean less staining and other damage to the deck and surrounding elements.
Enhances Safety
Cantilevered coping has a slightly raised edge, which provides more traction for those walking along the pool’s edge. With increased traction, everyone will have surer footing, reducing the risk of injury. The raised edge also helps water to drain away from the pool, rather than puddling on the deck, which helps to create a drier and safer surface overall. Finally, the coping is rounded and smooth, without any sharp edges, which reduces the risk of cuts and scrapes.
Creates an Attractive Design
You have a lot of options for your pool’s border and decking. Cantilevered coping offers a simple and attractive design that fits in with just about any pool design, and it offers a seamless transition between the pool and its decking. You have a variety of options for your coping, ensuring that you get the look and functionality you want for your pool.
Hire the Hardscaping Experts at Triad Associates to Design Your Pool
The experts at Triad Associates have been designing and installing pools and hardscape’s for many years, and we can help you get a pool that you’ll love. We can help you design a new pool, or we can help you to upgrade a pool that’s already on your property. We’ll show you how cantilevered coping can enhance your pool through the use of 3D design software, sketches, and more. We’ll help you compare cantilevered coping to other options for pool borders so you can see how big an impact the coping can make. Call us today to schedule a consultation and start exploring the options for your pool and for your outdoor living space.
