Staining on new coping is a common occurrence, especially with certain materials like leuders, which are more porous. Over time, these stones can develop white calcium efflorescence on the surface as minerals in the stone rise to the surface. This is a natural process and can be mitigated by cleaning and sealing the stone annually or bi-annually. Despite this, some staining may still appear as the minerals continue to emerge.

In addition, organic material (such as leaves, dirt, or algae) can also cause stains on your coping, veneer or plaster. On the other hand, denser stones like travertine are less prone to staining due to their lower porosity.

To keep your pool coping looking its best, regular cleaning and proper sealing can help reduce staining and maintain the material’s appearance over time.

The narrow piece of coping under your raised beam is called a finger ledge. This feature is specifically designed to provide swimmers with a safe place to grab onto the side of the pool for support, especially in areas where there are no immediate egress points (like steps or ladders).

The finger ledge is an important safety feature of your pool, ensuring that swimmers can easily regain balance or assist themselves in getting out of the pool when needed. It enhances pool safety by offering an additional means of support.

The variation in coping width around your pool may be due to the presence of exposed or raised beams. These areas often require a wider coping to allow for an appropriate overhang, ensuring a finished and aesthetically pleasing look.

In contrast, coping that comes into direct contact with the decking does not typically require this extra width, as the decking itself provides the necessary support. This difference in coping size is a normal part of the design process and contributes to the overall functionality and appearance of your pool.

Color variations are a natural part of pool construction, especially when it comes to pool tiles, masonry, concrete, rockwork, coping, and veneer materials. These variations occur due to the inherent nature of these materials, and they are completely normal.

In fact, these slight differences often enhance the natural look of your pool, making each installation unique. Whether it’s the tiles or surrounding elements, these color shifts contribute to the overall aesthetic and charm of your pool design.

Retaining walls are primarily designed to hold back soil, not to prevent moisture. As a result, water seepage, especially during heavy rains, is a common occurrence and is typically expected.
Work may slow during the masonry phase of your pool construction project. One of the main reasons is to allow for curing of the gunite before applying tile, coping, or installing heavy water features. This curing period is essential to ensure the pool’s structural integrity before moving forward with other finishing touches.

Our skilled in-house masonry crews take the time needed to ensure that every detail is done correctly and to the highest quality standards. While this can take additional time, rest assured that the finished product will meet or exceed your expectations.