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Sanctuary School & Studio
Welcome to our School & Studio! Where you can Learn "how It's Done" and pick out options via our studio below within the sub service you have selected to view:
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School: Knowledge on how the sub-service is done.
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Studio: Options on all materials/colors for selected sub-service.
Pool Build & Remodel
Coping
What Are Pool Coping?
- Pool coping refers to the protective and decorative cap that surrounds the edge of an in-ground pool. It's the material you walk on and often rest your arms on when enjoying your pool. Pool coping serves both an aesthetic and functional purpose. It provides a finished look to the pool's edge, concealing the underlying structure, and it also helps protect the pool shell from water damage. Coping materials vary widely, from natural stone like travertine and flagstone to concrete pavers and even brick. The choice of coping can significantly impact the overall style of your pool area, complementing your patio and landscaping. Whether you envision a classic brick coping for your traditional pool in Yorba Linda or a sleek travertine coping for your modern pool in Newport Beach, Sanctuary Design & Build can help you select and install the perfect coping to enhance your Orange County backyard oasis.
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School
Our official "How It's Done" section to help educate our clients to understand our industry leading installation process!​​
Course: A Guide to Pool Coping Installation
Process - Pool Coping Installation
At Sanctuary Design & Build, a leading design-build firm in Orange County, we enhance the beauty and safety of your pool with professionally installed pool coping, whether for a new pool or a remodeling project. Discover our step-by-step guide on how we bring your pool to life with beautiful and functional coping that enhances both safety and aesthetics. Unless otherwise stated in your contract, all installations pertaining to pool coping are performed in the exact outlined method! From careful surface preparation and mortar application to precise coping placement and finishing, we ensure a durable, comfortable, and stylish pool edge for your Orange County home. Our unique Sanctuary Sequence, a comprehensive site assessment and planning process, sets the stage for successful pool renovation and new pool construction projects throughout Orange County, including cities like Tustin, Orange, and Fullerton.
Phase 1: Preparing the Pool Beam for New or Replacement Coping in Orange County
This crucial first phase focuses on preparing the pool beam (the top edge of the pool wall) to ensure proper adhesion and a stable base for the pool coping in your Orange County backyard, whether for a new pool installation or a coping replacement during a pool remodel. As part of our Sanctuary Sequence and your consultation at our Sanctuary Studio, the coping selection (material, style, and color) has already been finalized. This preparation, a critical step for any general remodeling or new pool construction project involving pool coping, includes:
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Inspection and Cleaning: We thoroughly inspect the pool beam for any existing damage, loose material, or contaminants. We clean the surface using appropriate methods to ensure proper bonding for the coping installation. This is a common task for general contractors in Orange County during pool renovations and new pool construction.
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Leveling and Repair (If Necessary): We ensure the pool beam is level and make any necessary repairs to create a smooth and even surface for the coping. This is essential for a consistent and aesthetically pleasing coping installation for both new and replacement coping.
Phase 2: Setting the Pool Coping for New or Remodeled Orange County Pools
This phase involves the precise setting of the pool coping stones or tiles onto the prepared pool beam to create a beautiful and functional pool edge in your Orange County home, whether it’s a brand-new pool or a pool undergoing a coping replacement. This precise process, a key element of any home improvement project involving pool coping, includes:
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Mortar Bed Preparation: We prepare a mortar bed on the pool beam, ensuring the correct consistency and thickness for proper coping adhesion.
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Coping Placement and Leveling: We carefully place each coping stone or tile onto the mortar bed, using levels and spacers to maintain consistent spacing and ensure proper alignment with the pool’s edge. This meticulous coping setting is a hallmark of quality pool remodeling and new pool construction in Orange County.
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Securing the Coping: We ensure the coping is securely set in the mortar bed, creating a strong and stable pool edge for both new and replacement coping installations.
Phase 3: Grouting, Finishing, and Cleanup for New and Replacement Pool Coping in Orange County
This final phase completes the pool coping installation, adding grout to the joints, finishing the coping, and cleaning up the work area to deliver a beautiful and safe pool edge for your Orange County home, whether it’s a new pool or a coping replacement project. This detailed finishing process, typical of high-quality pool services, includes:
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Grouting: We apply grout to the joints between the coping stones or tiles, filling the spaces and creating a smooth, water-resistant seal. The correct grout type is selected based on the coping material and pool environment.
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Joint Tooling: We tool the grout joints to create a neat and professional appearance.
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Cleaning: We thoroughly clean the coping surface and surrounding pool area, removing any excess grout, debris, or tools, leaving your newly finished Orange County pool coping ready to be enjoyed.
If your home does not have a pre-existing pool, here is an example of a new shotcrete pool shell to visually aid understanding of how coping is installed in this format
To learn more about pool forming for new pools CLICK HERE to visit our Pool & Spa Forming page!
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Studio
Our Official Studio will guide you through all options we carry within the selected category to expertly guide you in your decision making process!
Studio Display: Our selection of pool coping!