The pool decking you choose can really make the difference in your backyard. You need to consider what design elements will go into it and how much maintenance they require - luckily, decorative concrete offers a beautiful look with minimal upkeep. Belleville Custom Concrete can help with these decisions.
What Is the Best Material To Use Around a Pool?
Pools are a great way to beat the heat on hot days, but they also require a lot of upkeep. As you're considering your options for what material to use as decking around it, consider factors like budget and safety- concrete is durable and long lasting. Plus its versatility makes this an excellent choice because even if one part wears down or gets damaged over time (which can happen when dealing with heavy foot traffic), other parts will still be in good shape.
Slippery Surfaces
How to keep your pool deck from getting slippery:
You don't have to sacrifice quality for safety. You can add a layer of textured concrete, mix a clear plastic grit into the sealer before it's applied, or install broomed finishes that will make it easier on the feet and increase traction without compromising aesthetics.
What's better? A slip-free surface with an appealing appearance, or one covered in unsightly scratches caused by spills and foot traffic?
Hot Hot Hot!
Pool decks can be uncomfortable on bare feet when the surface temperature reaches high levels. Concrete reflects solar radiation instead of absorbing it, which makes for an enjoyable experience in direct sunlight. There are also decorative toppings that lower this temperature even more and make your pool much nicer to hang around all day without feeling like you're going to melt!
Affordable
Pouring concrete is a more economical way to create an impressive pool deck than using paving units, flagstones or brick, which are very expensive and require much manual labor. Poured concrete also has the added benefit of being stamped with patterns for extra decoration.
You can save money on your next project by building it out of poured cement instead of costly stone or bricks that have individual pieces individually placed in them.
Attractive Designs
If you want to have an elegant deck that is original and one-of-a-kind, then decorative concrete will give you the freedom of choice without having a bland looking surface. With all these options available, there's no way your pool area can be boring!
Decorative Concrete has so many different styles it’s hard not to find something special for any outdoor space.
Maintenance
Concrete is the best choice for a pool deck because it requires less maintenance than brick and paving units. Concrete can be used to create many textures, patterns, colors; but most importantly concrete does not need any additional care besides just cleaning and resealing every few years.
Finish Options for a Concrete Pool Deck
You can now achieve a more personal finish for your deck with decorative concrete. You have the freedom to choose from any shape, size color and surface treatment-from plain broom finished concrete to exposed aggregate or imprinted patterns that mimic tile brick natural stone and even wood. Combine these treatments by mixing in stencils borders or enhanced colors one of which is sure to suit you.
Stamped Concrete
Stamped concrete is a great choice for pool decks who want the natural stone look without all of the hassle. Not only will it stay in place better than flagstone or brick, but you can also give your deck any color that fits with other decorative treatments.
Coloured Concrete
In many cases, people choose concrete for their pool deck because it is durable and lasts a long time. However, there are different ways to color the surface of your pool area other than simply using paint or stains which can be messy and difficult to apply evenly at times. Integral colors come in powdered form that you mix with water before applying them onto your project so they dry quickly without smearing any excess residue on surfaces nearby when mixed together properly. Stamped designs cannot only give off the appearance of stone but also make light reflect from these lighter exterior areas meaning less heat will build up underneath as well.
The most popular methods for coloring concrete pool decks and other exterior concrete are chemical stains, integral color and dry-shake hardeners.
Exposed Aggregate
Exposed aggregate finishes are especially well-suited for pool deck surfaces because they're highly slip resistant, and can also be very attractive when combined with areas of smooth concrete. With the correct selection of colors and sizes to match your design style, this technique is ideal if you want an interesting contrast between exposed aggregates against a smoother finish.
Broom or Brushed Finish
For those of you who are looking to make your pool deck even more slip-resistant, consider a brushed or broom finish. This is achieved by running a brush over the surface after it's been poured or coated with concrete. Although this finishing option only comes in basic color choices and texture variations, it does allow for staining and dyes to be applied before sealing so that there will never have to worry about slippery surfaces again.
