Tired of your boring pool deck? Concrete pool deck resurfacing can spice up your old pool deck without the hassle of tearing out the old concrete and pouring new.
Pool deck resurfacing is a process that either repairs damaged concrete surfaces or updates their look. When applying an overlay product, the contractor is adding strength to your pool deck, patio or other surface. The overlay is typically a thin layer of cement, sand, polymer resins and other additives.
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WHAT IS THE BEST POOL DECK COATING?
Below is an overview of the most popular resurfacing options for pool decks. Contact a contractor near you for help deciding which option is best for your pool.
- Concrete pool deck paint: Pool deck paint is the most affordable resurfacing option and is easy to apply. But it might not last long and may require reapplication in just one year. As a result, your maintenance cost will make this option more expensive in the long-term.
- Spray texture overlay: A popular choice for use in barefoot areas. The subtle texture is cool, comfortable and safe. Personalize the look with custom colors, scorelines, aggregate effects, and more. You may have heard this option referred to as a cool deck or knockdown finish.
- Stamped concrete overlay: A stamped overlay fixes your damaged concrete, as well as adds a decorative component. Contractors texture the fresh overlay with special stamp mats to make it look like natural stone, brick, or even wood. It may be more expensive than other resurfacing options, but is still more cost-effective long term compared to a new pour.
- Cementitious microtopping: These are very thin toppings good for recoloring stamped or broomed decks that still have good texture. You can tint or stain them in a wide range of colors to complement the surrounding landscape. These are also called skim coats.
- Rubber coating systems: These are the cushioned surfaces found at children's playgrounds. Go this route if you need a soft, ASTM-compliant surface for kids, seniors, or adaptive-use pools. You can add these liquid rubber coatings to your current pool deck surface. They are soft, safe and come in a variety of colors. However, they don't offer as many design options as other concrete coatings and can be damaged by grills or outdoor furniture.
- Epoxy pebble finish: This type of resurfacer consists of decorative pebbles mixed into and epoxy. They don't take long to install and have interesting color combinations and a seamless look. One downside is that the pebbles could pop out when subjected to wear and tear.
Many of today’s overlay products mix resins with cement, sand, and other additives. This improves performance, slip resistance, appearance, and bonding to the existing concrete. Some coatings used for concrete pool deck resurfacing resist damage from salt, pool chemicals, UV exposure, freeze-thaw conditions, and abrasion.
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WHAT COLOR OPTIONS ARE THERE?
One of the best things about resurfacing is that it allows you to bring life to a colorless pool deck. Popular colors for pool decks include shades of brown, tan or gray that blend well with the natural surroundings. However, the color choices are limitless—we’ve seen white, blue, black and bold color combinations used on pool deck coatings.
There are many coloring options for your pool deck refinishing project. Here are the most common choices:
- Integral coloring is mixed into the material. It provides consistent coloring throughout that makes a great base for your new pool deck.
- Color hardeners are a dry shake powder applied to the surface of the concrete, usually before stamping. They provide a bit more intense color palette, and improve the surface strength.
- Surface-applied color can be used in conjunction with the first two options. They include dyes, stains, and tinted release agents. Topical colors create variations that help make textures look more like the natural materials they resemble.
Tip: Skilled contractors can mix custom colors or apply special effects by hand to mimic bluestone or other materials.
What the Pros Say
"Cementitious coatings like Cem-Coat Plus are the go-to solution for complete pool deck makeovers. They give you so many options for color, allowing worn-out surfaces to be transformed into beautiful, long-lasting finishes.”
— John Reynolds, Brickform Technical Expert
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