Pillar Caps

• Protect exposed brickwork by deflecting rainwater away from the pillar

• Finish gate posts neatly with matching pillar caps and wall copings

• Match materials easily with sandstone, concrete and granite options

• Choose from flat or pyramidal profiles to suit modern or traditional builds

• Size caps correctly with a practical overhang on every side

• Use on new or existing pillars for both upgrades and fresh projects

Pillar caps and pier caps are the stones or concrete units that sit on top of a wall pillar or column. They act as a protective lid, helping rainwater run off rather than soak into the brickwork or blockwork below. That reduces the risk of staining, frost damage and loose joints over time, which matters on exposed gate posts and corners.

You can choose from stone pier caps in natural sandstone, reconstituted stone or concrete, as well as smooth granite pier cap styles for more contemporary schemes. Profiles range from flat and chamfered edges through to classic four–way weathered caps with a central peak. Used with matching coping stones on the main wall, they tie the whole garden boundary or front entrance together.

In most cases, pillar caps and pier caps are two names for the same item. They both describe the top unit that caps the pillar, whether that pillar is part of a garden wall, entrance or balustrade. Some people also call them pillar coping stones or pillar toppers, but the function remains the same. When sizing up, measure the finished pillar and allow a sensible overhang on each side so water drips clear of the face. Many wall pillar caps are designed to project by around 40–75 mm per side, although you should always check the product details and your installer’s advice. The right overhang balances protection, appearance and clearance for gates or railings.

Style and material choices depend on the rest of the build. Sandstone pier caps work well with Indian sandstone paving and walling, while smooth concrete or granite pillar caps suit rendered walls and porcelain paving. Think about colour, surface texture and the shape of existing copings, so your stone pillar caps sit comfortably alongside paths, driveways and garden features. It is also worth noting that a pile cap is a different product altogether. Pile caps are structural concrete units that sit on top of piles below ground level, whereas pier caps and pillar caps are the visible finishing pieces on top of walls and columns.

Paving Stones Direct specialises in exterior landscaping, so our pillar caps and pier caps are chosen to sit alongside popular paving, walling and coping ranges. That makes it easier to keep colour and quality consistent from the driveway entrance right through to garden walls and raised beds. As direct importers, we work closely with trusted suppliers to maintain reliable quality across natural stone and concrete pillar caps, while keeping pricing competitive for homeowners and trade customers. You can compare different sizes, profiles and finishes in one place and line them up with matching coping stones, steps and paving for your project.

If you would like help choosing between sandstone pillar caps, concrete options or granite tops, the team is happy to talk through the best fit for your build. Call 0330 002 0070 or email sales@pavingstones.uk to discuss pillar cap options and plan the finishing touches for your walls and gate pillars.