Pool Deck Resurfacing: Is It Right For Me?
When it comes to creating a backyard getaway, many homeowners must choose between costs and their favorite pool deck design. Unfortunately, the options were limited because there was a choice of concrete or concrete with only a couple color options to go with that choice. Until recently, options that improved the look were incredibly costly and pool deck resurfacing was equally as expensive. Due to advancements made within concrete engineering, these limited options have grown.
Thanks to engineered concrete and concrete and polymer mixtures, a thin layer of concrete can be applied to an existing pool deck that transforms a backyard into the getaway the homeowner so desired to have. The products available are affordable and many are designed for super quick drying time, allowing a home owner to upgrade the pool deck in as little as a day.
These products are also known for freedom and flexibility too. For example, a homeowner can get the look that they wanted by creating a mimic; the appearance of stone can be created on concrete with the use of stamps and stencils. If the pool deck area was previously known for its slipperiness, slip resistance can be added. As technology continues to improve, more companies are offering the products you need at an affordable price.
A pool deck resurfacing project is ideal for concrete surfaces without any big structural issues, like large cracks or holes. To begin, the surface is usually prepared with rough buffing that is designed to ensure the resurfacing materials bond better to the surface; then the concrete mixture is applied. With some systems, you apply the material with a trowel, but others may require it to be sprayed on. What is ideal about spray-on resurfacing systems is that they self-level; this means you don’t have to smooth the surface during the setup process.
The products used for resurfacing a pool deck are known for their strength and durability; they can withstand years of abuse from normal wear and tear, humidity, fluctuating temperatures, and UV exposure. Moreover, these products are designed for pool areas, meaning they are designed to withstand years of coming into contact with pool chemicals, such as modern salt-based systems.
A new trend among homeowners on a budget is to create flair with resurfacing; it is easy and affordable. It is far cheaper to have a basic slab installed, then a thin layer of artistry added rather than doing all of that work to the stab itself. To help pool owners save money, most experts recommend a pool deck resurfacing project to save their customers both time and money.
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