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Pool Decks For Above
Ground Pools
Above Ground Pool Decks Complement and
Provide Safety Features that Maximize Your Pool’s Enjoyment
By
Mark J. Donovan
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The installation of a pool deck around a portion of, or all of, your
above ground pool will enhance both its beauty and enjoyment. A pool deck
helps soften the above ground pool in your backyard, as the deck provides a
transition between the surrounding landscape and the above ground pool
itself. A pool deck also provides a large area for entering the pool versus
a simple ladder. In addition, a pool deck provides a large surface area for
sunbathing on warm summer days and for better observing the kids while
they’re in the pool.
Manufactured Above Ground Pool Decks
Pool companies’ offer
prefabricated pool decks that are designed to specifically contour to the
pool edge.
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These types of pool decks are typically constructed out of a combination of
powder-coated steel and ultraviolet protected decking material to provide an
attractive and durable pool deck. They also are designed to support varying
pool heights, typically between the ranges of 48 and 54 inches in height.
They also include safety gates, aluminum or plastic ladders, non-slip deck
surfaces, and reinforced steel railings for your family’s safety. The amount
of weight that they can support varies with the particular pool deck. Make
sure when looking to purchase a prefabricated pool deck that you buy one
that is rated for considerably more than what you anticipate the maximum
expected weight load to be.
Prefabricated above ground pool decks are also designed to be easily
installed. Consequently if you have moderate do-it-yourself skills and a
spare pair of hands, you can assemble the pool deck yourself and save a
small bundle of money.
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Building Your Own Above Ground Pool Deck
Besides buying a pool deck that has been pre-manufactured you can also build
your own pool deck. Building your own pool deck offers several advantages
over buying a pre-manufactured one. You can be more creative in its design,
support different and varying pool heights, and use custom decking materials
such as mahogany wood or composite decking materials.
Building a pool deck is done virtually the same way as building any
freestanding deck. The only difference is that you have to take more care in
where the deck edge abuts the pool edge. As with any freestanding deck, a
pool deck construction starts with a good plan.
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You can get above ground
pool deck ideas from various magazine and online resources. You can even
find pre-designed deck plans. Alternatively you can design your own pool
deck.
Key considerations when designing and building your own pool deck are its
durability, look, and safety features. A good pool deck design, for example,
should include anti-skid surfaces, a railing system, and a self locking
gate. Check with you local building inspector to find out the specific
functional requirements for a pool deck for your community. Also, make sure
to file a pool deck construction permit prior to construction to avoid
paying fines. It’s also important to use deck building materials that are
resistant to moisture and ultraviolet damage. Pool decks can take a real
beating due to the frequent exposure to water and constant contact with the
weather elements.
Besides building a quality basic pool deck using the right construction
materials, also consider additional features such as integrated deck
lighting and storage areas. Integrated pool deck lighting can allow you to
extend your pools use into the evening hours. Also, by integrating storage
areas on top of and below the pool deck you can keep pool maintenance items
nearby for easy access.
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