The area around the pool is a great place for recreation. To keep order in such a place, you need to take care of its convenient, functional and aesthetic finish. One of the best options is pool decking. We will tell you more about it, highlighting its key advantages and comparing it with other materials.
Specifics of the recreation area near the pool
Of course, the main feature of the territory around the artificial reservoir will be increased humidity. She has nowhere to go, so you will just have to put up with this situation and take care that it creates as few problems as possible. So, to finish the recreation area around the pools, use materials with increased resistance to climatic factors.
Even if you are as careful as possible, the surface will still be covered with dirt - dust, leaves, tree bark and the like. Therefore, another requirement will be ease of maintenance with simple household tools and non-toxic detergents.
Of course, it is also worth paying attention to aesthetics. The material should be beautiful. Moreover, it should be chosen in accordance with the style of the house and the landscape design of the plot. Your task is to create a harmonious image.
Types of materials for covering the pool area
So, we have outlined the basic requirements for finishing the recreation area. Let's consider the main types of materials that have the appropriate characteristics.
Rubber coating
Rubber tiles have a number of advantages:
- lies on a light base, does not require mandatory concreting;
- does not allow slipping even when wet;
- is always warm to the touch.
The disadvantages include sensitivity to cuts and dirt. In addition, the material has a limited service life, especially in conditions of strong temperature fluctuations during the day.
Concrete pavement
Solid concrete pavement has the following advantages:
- reliability, which can last for several decades without major repairs;
- practicality; resistance to impact, dirt, cuts and other damage;
- durability - can withstand very high loads.
But concrete has a very serious disadvantage - the complexity and high price of floor arrangements. In addition, it needs special treatment to protect it from moisture.
Tile
Ceramic or porcelain tile has the following advantages:
- relative ease of installation - laid on a thin layer of concrete;
- durability and reliability - resistant to impact and dirt, although slightly inferior to cement surface;
- non-slip coating - special material for outdoor use has a rough texture.
The tile itself serves for a long time, and yet it can be broken by a strong blow. In addition, it can be unpleasantly cold fee even in relatively warm weather.
Terrace board
Terrace board, also called decking, is made of wood-polymer composite. It has the following advantages:
- resistant to dirt, does not allow the development of bacteria and fungi;
- resists high levels of humidity, does not rot, retains aesthetic appearance for a long time;
- warm to the touch, does not slip, protects against injuries when falling due to elasticity.
Decking the pool with decking board is convenient and profitable. It has affordable prices and is installed using simple technologies. Due to this demand for it is growing - more and more often you can see the use of such an innovative material on private plots.
Why you should choose and buy wood-polymer decking for the area near the pool.
Terrace board is a universal material. It can be used to form decking around artificial water bodies, protective fences, decorative frames and garden paths. Wood-polymer composite board is even used to create benches and protective covers for tanks. It shows itself perfectly in any role, allowing you to create the most comfortable and practical recreation area.
A wide range of color schemes allows you to lay beautiful patterns of decking around deep or semi-deep pools. These decks are often combined with concrete, porcelain stoneware and other materials. Various decorative accessories such as sculptures and vases are installed on them.
By laying wood-polymer board around a buried pool, you can visually unite artificial water bodies with other objects on the site - house, pergola, terrace and the like. It blends well with both classic and modern design styles.
Terrace board is also used to cover surface pools - stationary, mobile and collapsible. It is used to form a decorative enclosure around the bowl, which allows you to disguise unaesthetic details. It is also used to build platforms and ladders.
Even in such unfavorable conditions, the service life of the decking is up to 25 years. It can withstand heavy loads, so you can install sunbeds, garden furniture, acoustic equipment, refrigerators and everything you need to organize a recreation area on it.
The decking base does not have to be concreted. You can simply clear the ground, spread a light cushion of sand and gravel and lay 75-100 mm thick beams on it. On top of them lay thinner beams, which serve as a support for the finish flooring. Having basic technical skills, you can easily cope with such work yourself without spending on the services of specialist builders.
Want to know more about decking? Polyroot managers are ready to answer all your questions. Ukrainian manufacturer of high-quality wood-polymer composite offers a wide range of materials with different thicknesses, physical properties and colors. You can buy them in the network of partner stores or order them with delivery in Ukraine.
