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Parapet Wall Copings for Residential and Commercial Projects

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Parapet Wall Copings for Residential and Commercial Projects

Although the basic purpose of parapet wall copings is similar across different buildings, the project requirements can vary considerably between a home extension and a large commercial development.

On residential projects, the coping may run around a flat-roof extension, garage, garden room or modern addition. Appearance is often particularly important because the roof edge may be visible from a garden, neighbouring property or street.

Commercial projects can involve much longer runs, repeated corners, changes in wall width and coordination with several contractors. Drawings and clear responsibility for final measurements therefore become even more important.

In both cases, the coping should relate to the wider architecture.

Aluminium parapet wall copings can be coordinated with gutters, downpipes, fascia and other external metalwork to create a more consistent finish. Where the building uses contrasting materials, the coping may also be used to create a strong line around the roof perimeter.

The best approach is to plan the system before the wall is completely finished. This provides an opportunity to review dimensions, substrate conditions, corners and junctions before manufacture.

Metal Profiles Ltd manufactures aluminium architectural products in the UK and supports residential, commercial and specified building projects with a range of fabricated aluminium solutions.

Careful planning can turn what appears to be a small roof-edge component into a detail that contributes positively to the entire building.

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