Inground Pool Decks

Now that your pool is in, you will need to surround it with decking. You have a lot of options when it comes to the material and type of deck you want. It’s more than possible to combine both beauty and functionality in the decking of your choice. How do you know which material is best? You will have to take a lot of factors into consideration, from budget and safety concerns to maintenance and durability. You will also have to think about which material will best gel with the style of your surrounding landscape and home.

Concrete

Concrete is a great choice when it comes to slip resistance. You need strong traction on your pool deck surfaces because these areas often become slippery when wet. Other materials, like tile, can be very dangerous to use because of running kids and slippery surfaces. You can achieve surface traction with concrete by incorporating a broomed or exposed aggregate finish or textured overlay. Concrete also has excellent heat reflectivity. Conversely, brick and tile pool decks get very hot when in direct dun, which can be uncomfortable for bare feet. Concrete is much cooler. Concrete is also easy to install and affordable. Plus, you can choose from a variety of design options in any color, size, pattern or shape. Concrete can resemble anything from tile to brick to stone. You can get the look you want, whether you choose stained concrete, stenciled concrete, or concrete with an imprinted border. You can even use colored overlays with engraved patterns! Concrete is easy to maintain, unlike bricks and pavers that tend to shift with time. You don’t get all that hassle with poured concrete. Here are the decorative options you have with concrete decking:

Stamped Concrete to resemble natural slate, flagstone or brick.
Colored Concrete thanks to chemical stains and dry-shake hardeners.
Stenciled Concrete through the use of disposable paper stencils to leave decorative impressions.
Rock-Salt Finished Concrete to add subtle texture and slip resistance.
Exposed Aggregate for a pebble-like finish that is very slip resistant.

Now let’s take a look at some other types of pool decking materials.

Concrete Pavers

These are durable, slip resistant and mimic the appearance of natural stone or brick. Choose from many colors, shapes and sizes, too.

Wood Decks

Wood isn’t too popular for pool decks because it can warp, rot and retain moisture. It also doesn’t do well when exposed to a lot of pool chemicals.

Brick and Tile

Tile is used for pool coping due to its longevity and finished appearance. Brick is common for pool borders and decks. However, both materials can be slippery when wet. Plus, installing brick is expensive and labor-intensive.

Flagstone

This traditional stone can get very hot when in direct sun so it’s not the best material for pool decking, especially where kids are concerned.

Granite

While very durable, granite pool decking can be very expensive. As you can see, there are many materials to choose from when it comes to your pool decking. Some are better than others. We can help you decide which one is best for your needs and budget. Call Central Jersey Pools today!