Coping Stones

At JJ Roofing Supplies, we offer a large selection of wall capping stones to suit your exact visual and functional needs. Our extensive range includes classic, contemporary, and rustic designs in a variety of materials, giving you the freedom to protect and finish your outdoor area with lasting confidence.

Shop High-Quality Coping Stones at JJ Roofing Supplies

Whether you’re building a modern boundary wall, working on a garden landscaping project, or restoring an old property, using coping stones that are both durable and visually appealing is essential.

At JJ Roofing Supplies, we stock a wide selection of high-quality coping stones in various styles, sizes, and finishes to suit both traditional and contemporary projects. Each product that you see on this page is designed for lasting performance and offers reliable protection against the harsh weather conditions of the UK while enhancing the overall appearance of your property.

What Are Coping Stones & Why Are They Important?

Coping stones are the protecting caps that are typically seen along the top of exterior walls, parapets, and boundary walls. Their primary purpose is to shield the wall beneath from rainwater and prolong its lifespan. Without coping stones, water can easily seep into the wall, which can lead to staining, erosion, and potential structural issues.

Aside from their practical function, coping stones are also designed to deliver a neat and finished appearance, contributing to the overall aesthetic of the property. At JJ Roofing Supplies, we have a large variety of coping stones, ranging from coping stones for walls to capping stones for pillars and piers - all of which are available in different sizes, finishes, and materials.

Types of Coping Stones Available

At JJ Roofing Supplies, you can choose from a large selection of coping stones. Some of our most popular products include:

Twice Weathered Coping Stones

Twice-weathered coping stones feature a central apex with two sloping sides, which allow water to run off evenly in both directions. This classic design is ideal for flat roofing projects, boundary walls, and parapets where effective water drainage is essential. These types of coping stones are best for garden and boundary walls, traditional properties, and areas with high rainfall.

Once Weathered Coping Stones

Once-weathered coping stones have a single slope that directs water to one side of the wall. This type of coping stone is more suitable for parapet walls or applications where water runoff needs to be controlled in a specific direction. These types of coping stones are best for roof parapets, single-aspect boundary walls, and modern or traditional projects.

Concrete & Porcelain Pier Caps

Pier caps, whether they’re made of concrete or porcelain, are designed to sit on top of pillars or piers (hence their name). They serve a very similar protecting function to coping stones but are specifically shaped to cover the tops of vertical structures like gateposts, entrance pillars, or boundary piers.

Flat Coping Stones

Flat coping stones offer a clean and contemporary look, making them a suitable choice for modern landscaping projects and minimalist architecture. While this type of coping stone appears flat from above, many feature a design that includes a very subtle drip groove underneath to direct rainwater away from the wall face.

Victorian Coping Stones

If you are restoring or upgrading a property from the Victorian era, choosing the right coping stones is essential for maintaining its authentic appearance and character while offering adequate protection from water damage. That’s where our Victorian coping stones will come in handy.

Chamfered Flat Coping Stones

Chamfered flat coping stones combine the simplicity of a flat design with the added detail of a chamfered edge. The design of these coping stones not only softens their appearance but also helps direct water away from the face of the wall, offering both a stylish and practical finish.

Cottage Wall Coping Stones

Cottage wall coping stones are typically quite rustic in appearance and are a suitable choice for country homes, garden walls, and rural properties. They’re also often manufactured from textured materials to provide a more natural look that blends with the landscape of the countryside while providing adequate protection from water damage.

Why Choose JJ Roofing for Coping Stones?

JJ Roofing Supplies is one of the UK’s premier suppliers of coping stones. We work tirelessly year-round to supply our customers not only with the highest quality coping stones but also a variety of styles, sizes, and finishes to suit any type of project.

That way, whether you’re looking for coping stones from leading manufacturers such as Classical Creations and Castle Composites for your boundary wall or are after a very specific type of capping stone for your gate pillars, there’s a high chance we have exactly what you’re looking for.

Frequently Asked Questions About Coping Stones

What size coping stones do I need?

That would depend on the width of your wall. When choosing the right coping stone for your needs, make sure that they overhang the wall face on either side by at least 30mm. This will ensure effective water runoff and minimise the risk of water damage.

Can coping stones be used on parapets or garden walls?

Yes, coping stones are suitable for both parapets and garden walls. They’re essential for protecting the structure from water damage while providing a decorative finish.

Are concrete coping stones durable?

Yes, they are. Coping stones that are made of concrete are not only very durable but they’re also weather-resistant, making them perfect for outdoor use in all seasons. With that said, proper installation is also essential as that can also play a big role in the longevity of your concrete coping stones and their effectiveness.

Are coping stones easy to install?

Generally speaking, we always recommend that you have a professional come out and install your coping stones for you. That’s the best way to ensure proper installation. However, if you are keen on trying to install them yourself, make sure that you not only learn the proper technique but that you know what tools and materials you’ll need for the job before you start.

This is essential for increasing your chances of success. To give you an example, if you plan to use coping stones from Castle Composites, you can’t just use any adhesive. You need to make sure that the coping stones are attached with the matching CC Adhesive.

Do coping stones need sealing?

That would largely depend on the material the coping stones are made out of and the climate they’ll be exposed to. For example, coping stones that are made of concrete and porcelain don’t need to be sealed as they’re designed to be maintenance-free.

However, if you opt for coping stones made of more natural materials, sealing them can be a good idea as it’ll help prevent staining and make them easier to clean. This is especially true if the coping stones are going to be exposed to harsh weather conditions or heavy pollution.