Blue Stone with Mortar on top of Existing Concrete
One of the new trends in pool decking this year is to take an old, cracked concrete pool deck and make it look new again by overlaying new decking materials. We are currently working on our fifth pool deck conversion of the summer, and counting. Many homeowners are opting to replace existing pool decks with more natural products – brick pavers, blue stone, architectural slabs and travertine – that blend in with their overall landscaping and add a little bit of color to their pool deck.
The conversion process is fairly easy and you DON’T have to rip up the existing concrete deck. We actually lay the new materials directly over the existing concrete. Depending upon which type material you choose to use, we can either dry lay the
New pool deck with travertine
material with sand or use mortar to hold the product in place. Any type pool – liner, fiberglass or concrete pools – are candidates for this conversion. In many cases we can still use the existing pool coping. Plus it is a quick process; it only takes a week to 10 days to overlay a deck (depending on size).
So if you are looking for a way spruce up your pool this summer, try overlaying the existing pool deck to create a whole new look for you backyard. Take a look at some of the pools and patios we have completed for a little inspiration!
[...] I also wanted to mention that if you have a concrete pool deck and are looking to jazz it up with another material, you can always overlay your existing pool deck with one of the materials listed above. You don’t even have to pull up the concrete; it can go right over the top! An easy fix for a dated pool. Check out our earlier blog on how to create a new look for your pool. [...]