The long-awaited summer has just returned and the hot days are here to stay. Many home owners are rushing to get their pools completed quickly to enjoy a cool swim during the warm days and having a simple pool isn’t appealing anymore – we now prefer to opt for a more stylised pool decking for maximum comfort. A nice decor that sets the tone and matches your property. Depending on the structure of your home or the decoration of your garden, some pool decking designs will adapt perfectly to your needs. You can go with wood, stone, slate, concrete coating and etc. with each having its advantages and disadvantages in terms of comfort, safety or resistance.

The ideal pool decking must be both aesthetic, practical and secure. Indeed, it is on this decking that you will walk before and after swimming to access or leave the pool. It is also a space where you can install loungers and armchairs to relax at the edge of the water.

Current Pool Decking Trends

Tiling is a widely chosen design for pool decking and this year’s trend is set to be mosaic tiles. Taking into account the trend of darker colours, you will have the trendiest pool decking with dark coloured mosaic tiles.

What are the differences between a deck for an Inground Pool vs an Above Ground Pool?

Above Ground Pools are often built on a wooden structure which doesn’t allow for many types of decking designs other than a wooden one. Inground Pools come with more options in terms of decking compared to above ground pools such as tiles or concrete coating.

What should be my budget for a pool decking?

The price of a pool decking depends on many different factors such as the choice of design, material and size of your pool. It also depends on whether you are getting a new one built or replacing your existing pool decking. On average, a pool decking installation costs anywhere between $3400-$6500. For a more detailed information on the costs, you can visit Oneflare and find out more.

1. A reconstituted stone decking for a natural look

Reconstituted stone is a mixture of agglomerated stone aggregates that gives a natural look and feel. On the resistance side, these slabs are tinted and waterproofed during the cooking of the elements and therefore their service life is particularly long. The slabs do not lose their colour or their brightness even in bad weather.

 

2. A porcelain stoneware decking for a refined look

Made from clay, porcelain stoneware will be the ideal companion for people who want to imitate natural stone, wood and even marble.

It is known to be resistant to wear, water and even frost. Its maintenance is facilitated and reduced because its porosity is practically nil. On the other hand, the risks of slipping are greater on this very smooth tile. Therefore, the application of anti-slip treatment is particularly recommended.

3. All white decking for a clean look

If you are looking for a clean design and a modern atmosphere, go for light colours! An off-white or cream will bring a smooth and refined look to your pool area and enhance the turquoise water of your pool. In addition, the surroundings of the pool will have a look of a holiday and seaside hotel, for having the impression to escape while being at home.

4. Wooden decking with greens for above ground pools

Surrounding your wooden decking with greenery is great for a natural and unique atmosphere. Tropical, Zen, Mediterranean – anything will go with a wooden decking. Of course, the plants shouldn’t be on the edge of the decking. We will tend to favour the palm, agave or banana for an exotic touch. To go south, we will set our sights on oleander, lavender and some grasses. And why not an acacia or maple from Japan?

5. A comfortable lounge at the water’s edge

What’s better than relaxing and sipping a lemonade after a quick swim in the pool? You can replace the classic deck chairs with a hammock and have some big, waterproof cushions. A canopy bed will also decorate your pool to your taste.