1. The Beauty of Concrete Coping Stones
"Choose from a wide selection of concrete coping stones for your garden wall. They provide
a functional topping as they are designed to keep water from entering every nook and cranny.
Also, these stones are visually appealing whether they match or coordinate with the brick or
stone of the wall.
Kinds of Coping Stones
From a plain once weathered coping stone to an ornately moulded one, there is a coping stone
that is just right for your wall. Before shopping, review the kinds of stones available.
Once weathered. These stones slant to one edge, allowing water to run off the top at the back
and onto the ground below the wall. It is recommended that you allow for an overhang with a
drip groove cut into it.
Twice weathered. This plain or twice weathered coping stone has a peak in the centre so water
can run off in both directions. It also usually needs an overhang with a drip groove.
Twice weathered decorative. This is a popular style of coping stone. It has a peak in the centre
for water to drain, but it also has decorative side. Because this decorative stone has to be flush
on the top of the wall, the drip is carved into the decoration on the sides.
If you have a swimming pool, you might also want to inquire about open texture edging stones
that would finish the look and provide an anti slip safety feature.
Benefits of Concrete
Concrete is much more than the simple combination of paste and aggregates that is used to
build sidewalks. Various forms of concrete have been used as alternatives to natural stone
since Georgian times. There are many benefits especially when compared with quarried stone.
Finish and texture are similar to cut and carved stone.
Maintenance free.
Versatility of design. It is poured into what shape and design of mould you want. You are limited
only by your budget.
Consistency. The quality, color, and texture of the product will remain consistent.
Match existing stone. Concrete can be manufactured to match existing colour and texture,
whether it is natural stone or man made. This is particularly useful for repairs or additions to a
structure.
Cost effective. Concrete provides a finished product that is much cheaper than natural stone.
Weather well. Concrete weathers in a manner similar to natural stone.

2. Before you go shopping in a store or online, take the measurements of your wall so you know
exactly what you need. Browse through colour charts and, perhaps, take a piece of an existing
structure with you. Then, you are all ready to order concrete coping stones that will serve you
well for years."
More Knowledge on:
http://www.stoneandconcrete.co.uk/coping_stones/coping_stones.html
http://www.caststoneuk.co.uk/architectural-components/
http://www.thorvertonstone.co.uk/coping_stones.cfm
http://www.theconstructioncentre.co.uk/products/external-walls/coping-stones/