Granite
Ash Grey Drop Face
Ash Grey Granite Drop Face Coping brings balanced grey tones and a flamed and washed finish to pool edges and steps.
Made in China ｜ Flamed finish ｜100% Natural Stone
COLOR
EDGE
Flamed & Washed
FINISH
Flamed & Washed
THICKNESS
SIZE
Production description
Ash Grey Granite Drop Face Coping brings balanced grey tones and a flamed and washed finish to pool edges and steps. Its vertical drop profile creates a substantial border that connects neatly with surrounding paving. Pair it with Ash Grey Granite pavers for a coordinated outdoor palette with subtle natural variation.
Granite has a naturally crystalline structure, with small mineral details and tonal changes that give the surface visual depth. Its architectural character works well beside timber, rendered walls and garden planting. Blend pieces from several packs during installation to distribute the natural variation across the completed project.
The drop profile adds a vertical face to the edge detail, giving the finished surface a more substantial appearance. Plan the relationship between the coping, adjoining paving and any exposed structure before ordering. Check the selected dimensions and corner requirements so the pieces work with your project layout.
Natural stone benefits from an installation and maintenance system selected for the material and intended location. Confirm substrate preparation, drainage, jointing and sealing requirements with your installer. Use a cleaner suitable for the stone, clean spills promptly and avoid unapproved acidic or abrasive products. Request a sample to assess colour and texture before ordering; samples indicate the general appearance and cannot represent every piece in a complete delivery.
Specs & Information
- Material: Natural granite
- Format: Drop-face / drop-edge coping
- Finish: Flamed and washed
- Size options: 400 × 600 mm, 400 × 800 mm
- Top thickness: 20 mm
- Drop-face depth: 50 mm
- Sales unit: Per piece
- Typical use: Pool perimeters and step edges, subject to project-specific detailing
- Natural variation: Shade, markings, texture and nominal dimensions can vary between pieces.
- Wet-area suitability: Confirm slip suitability for the selected finish and project; no test rating is stated here.
Installation
1. Check the perimeter
Dry-lay the coping, including corners and returns. Confirm dimensions, overhang, joint positions and the relationship to adjoining paving before fixing.
2. Prepare the support
The pool builder or installer should confirm the supporting structure, waterproofing, drainage detail and movement joints for the pool or step construction.
3. Select the fixing system
Use a stone-compatible adhesive or bedding system suitable for the location. Agree any pre-sealing treatment with the adhesive and sealer suppliers first.
4. Fix with full bedding
Support the complete bearing area and edges. Set a consistent line and level, allowing the specified joints; keep movement joints flexible rather than filling them with rigid grout.
5. Protect before use
Remove residue promptly and allow the system to cure. Apply a tested, pool-suitable sealer as specified. Avoid prolonged ponding and maintain pool water within the pool supplier’s recommendations.
Format & Sizing
- Format: Drop-face / drop-edge coping
- Size options: 400 × 600 mm, 400 × 800 mm
- Top thickness: 20 mm; drop-face depth: 50 mm
- Sales unit: Per piece
Frequently Asked Questions
What edge profile does Ash Grey Drop Face have?
Drop-face coping has a vertical return at the exposed edge, creating a deeper-looking border than the thickness of the horizontal top. The top still needs full structural support; the visible drop is not extra paving thickness across the whole piece.
What dimensions should I check for Ash Grey Drop Face?
The listed plan sizes are 400 × 600 mm, 400 × 800 mm. The top or tile thickness is 20 mm. The drop-face depth is 50 mm. Check the dimensions against the pool beam or step before ordering, including the intended overhang and joint positions.
How do I match this coping with Ash Grey paving?
Compare the actual stone samples and the listed flamed and washed finish with the adjoining paving. Similar material names do not guarantee the same texture or batch colour. Check finished heights and joint alignment as well as the visual match.
How many coping pieces do I need for my pool or steps?
Measure the edge length and divide by the length of the selected piece along that edge, allowing for joints. Count corners, returns and cut pieces separately. Do not use the m² quantity of the surrounding paving as the coping quantity; this listing is sold per piece.
Does pool coping need a special sealer or fixing system?
Choose a sealer and fixing system compatible with the exact stone, finish and pool-water exposure. A sealer does not waterproof the structure or make the coping immune to salt damage. Resolve drainage, movement joints and any below-waterline details with the pool builder before installation.
