Pool Decks, The Pros and The Cons

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Pool Decks, The Pros and The Cons

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There are various elements to consider when building a pool deck on your property. There is no one size fits all solution to pool decks and each deck should be considered to be suitable for different environments and households. Carpentry experts can construct pool decks from several different materials much as concrete, wood, brick, or tile, each with their own positives and negatives. So what are some pool deck Pros and Cons?

Concrete

Pros:

– Easy to clean and maintain.
– Comfortable underfoot.
– Can handle high traffic environments.

Cons

– Can be hazardous as it can get slippery when wet.
– Not very modern.

Brick

Pros:

– Easy to clean.
– Well insulated in hot environments.
– Can handle high traffic environments.

Cons

– Needs maintenance from moss.
– Can be hazardous as it can get slippery when wet.

Wood

Pros:

– Very aesthetically pleasing.
– Does not become slippery when wet.
– Well insulated in hot environments.
– Can handle high traffic environments.

Cons

– Not well insulated against the heat and can become hot underfoot.
– Need constant maintenance as the surface is very effected by the environment,

Stone

Pros:

– Very aesthetically pleasing.
– Extremely slip resistant
– Well insulated in hot environments.
– Can handle high traffic environments.

Cons

– Difficult to access quality materials.
– Requires constant maintenance against moss and mould.

Tile

Pros:

– Extremely versatile product.
– Variety of colour and size.

Cons

– Requires constant maintenance against moss and mould.
– Can be hazardous as it can get slippery when wet.

These are just a few options when it comes to decking your pool, and it goes to show you the many and varying possibilities you must consider to make sure you are using the right product for your property.