Once upon a time, pool decks were built simply to provide a non-skid surface around a swimming pool and to minimize the amount of dirt that swimmers transferred into the water.

Today, though, the pool deck has become a valued design feature that may be used for seating, entertaining and various outdoor living activities. So before you have a new pool installed, or have an old one renovated, give your lifestyle needs some serious thought.

The best pool deck is not necessarily the most expensive or the trendiest; it’s the one that works for you. So the most important question you need to ask yourself when designing a pool deck is: Who will be using the swimming pool and the decking area the most?

Children at Play

If your swimming pool is going to be part of your children’s playground, you will need space for them to have fun safely. Selecting the proper pool deck material is vital to ensure the wellbeing of your loved ones, so make sure it is totally skid-proof. The material that is considered one of the safest choices in pool decking is actually concrete, as varnished wood decking can become very slick when wet, and cause splinters when dry. Advances in the concrete industry allow for safe, slip resistant surfaces, even when thoroughly soaked. SUNDEK is one of these technological advances in the pool industry.

What is SUNDEK?

SUNDEK is a decorative concrete coating that provides a safe and durable surface for your concrete pool deck. It can also be applied to patios, walkways, as well as driveways, and comes in multiple color options. The SUNDEK spray texture can be applied to old concrete or new; but, most importantly, it’s completely slip resistant and comfortable to walk on. If you have children that will be frequenting the pool area, you should strongly consider a top coat by SUNDEK.

If you and your family enjoy an outdoor lifestyle filled with lots of entertaining, you might want to consider extending your pool deck to incorporate an outdoor kitchen, or perhaps a built-in barbecue or permanent fire pit. Make sure there is space for outdoor furniture so you can sit around the pool comfortably without getting in the splash zone.

If you start to feel overwhelmed with all the pool deck options available, just remember this: There’s really no such thing as "the best pool deck." It’s whatever suits you and your lifestyle, so choose something that is practical, safe and easy to maintain.

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