Key takeaways
- Light colors stay cooler.
- Texture plus sealer additive improves grip.
- Drainage must lead away from the pool and house.
- Wood plank and travertine looks are popular.
Heat is the first test
Dark concrete in July can be too hot for bare feet. Light tans, buffs and pale grays are far more comfortable.
Grip matters
A textured pattern and a slip-resistant sealer make wet decks safer. Avoid high gloss on pool decks.
Pattern choices
Travertine-look flagstone, wood plank and fine ashlar are the most popular pool patterns.
Drainage and coping
The deck should slope away from the pool at a gentle pitch and tie into coping and drains.
Resurfacing option
Old, worn decks can often be resurfaced instead of replaced.
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Quick answers
What is the coolest pool deck color?
Light sand, buff and pale gray.
Can chlorine damage stamped concrete?
A quality sealer protects against chlorine and salt.
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