Glenn Russell - Master Stonemason
Experienced working in the industry for over 30 years.
Author
Choosing the Right Travertine Pool Coping: Non-Slip Ratings and Saltwater Compatibility
The Essential Guide to TRAVERTINE in Aquatic Environments
For high-end residential pools in Australia, Travertine is the top choice for pool coping and surrounding paving. This is not just for aesthetic reasons; it’s a functional decision based on the stone’s superior safety and natural durability against the harsh conditions of pool areas (constant moisture, chlorine, and salt).
1. The Non-Slip Factor (Safety First)
The most critical factor for any pool surface is safety. Our natural Travertine paver range, which includes our popular Ivory, Silver, and Noce colours, achieves an effective high non-slip rating due to its natural finish (tumbled and typically unfilled).
Tumbled Finish: This manufacturing process creates a slightly textured, open surface, which significantly increases grip when wet, far surpassing the safety of smooth, honed stone.
Peace of Mind: When installed correctly, high-quality tumbled Travertine acts as an excellent non-slip surface, vital for children and pets around the pool.
2. Saltwater & Chlorine Compatibility
Travertine is a form of limestone, a sedimentary rock composed mainly of calcium carbonate. Unlike some other materials, Travertine is highly stable and performs extremely well in saltwater pool environments and around chlorine.
Thermal Comfort: Unlike dark stone, Travertine is highly effective at reflecting heat, ensuring your pool coping (such as our Ivory Travertine Drop Edge Coping) remains cool to the touch on the hottest summer days.
Custom Coping Options: We offer specialised pool coping in formats like Bullnose (rounded edge) and Drop Face (a solid piece creating a thick, seamless edge) in all our popular colours, including Tuscan and Silver.
Don’t compromise on safety or style.
