Delivery, Storage and Handling
- ILC Pool Coping should be unloaded and handled carefully to prevent excess breakage.
- Product will be supplied adequately packaged on pallets or timbers to keep finished stone clear of the ground.
- Storage area should be a well-drained space graveled or chipped for protection against mud splatters.
- Product should be handled carefully to avoid excess chips and scratches.
- When using pry bars to move stone into place, use padding to protect the edges of the stone.Setting Mortar
- Use of Type N Masonry Cement is highly recommended for the setting bed cement mix. White Cement does not contain the chemicals that when activated by water can cause unsightly staining. Typical fine sand will be adequate for the cement mix. A setting bed depth of 1” to 1-1/2” is recommended.Pointing of Joints
- Grouting or Pointing of the joints can be done with the same Type N White Masonry Cement (mixed with White Sand to allow for accurate coloring). For an even more water repellent joint the use of a Urethane/Polyurethane sealant is recommended.Anchors
- Typical mortar set installation does not require any additional anchoring to pool wall/foundation, however if additional anchoring is required or desired based on design specifications, stainless steel dowels (smooth or threaded) or stainless steel dowels with straps are both commonly used for the attachment of limestone pool coping. Please Note: Some installations may require review by an engineering professional to determine proper anchorage.
- ILC Pool Coping should be unloaded and handled carefully to prevent excess breakage.
- Product will be supplied adequately packaged on pallets or timbers to keep finished stone clear of the ground.
- Storage area should be a well-drained space graveled or chipped for protection against mud splatters.
- Product should be handled carefully to avoid excess chips and scratches.
- When using pry bars to move stone into place, use padding to protect the edges of the stone.Setting Mortar
- Use of Type N Masonry Cement is highly recommended for the setting bed cement mix. White Cement does not contain the chemicals that when activated by water can cause unsightly staining. Typical fine sand will be adequate for the cement mix. A setting bed depth of 1” to 1-1/2” is recommended.Pointing of Joints
- Grouting or Pointing of the joints can be done with the same Type N White Masonry Cement (mixed with White Sand to allow for accurate coloring). For an even more water repellent joint the use of a Urethane/Polyurethane sealant is recommended.Anchors
- Typical mortar set installation does not require any additional anchoring to pool wall/foundation, however if additional anchoring is required or desired based on design specifications, stainless steel dowels (smooth or threaded) or stainless steel dowels with straps are both commonly used for the attachment of limestone pool coping. Please Note: Some installations may require review by an engineering professional to determine proper anchorage.
Cleaning
- After mortar has set, the pool coping should be brushed down with a stiff fiber brush, then carefully rinsed with clear water to remove any accumulation of stain or matter foreign to the Limestone.
Physical Characteristics, Performance Table
- Indiana Limestone complies with the requirements of ASTM C-568, Type II, Medium density limestone.