How Do I Maintain My Paver Pool Deck?
Summer is coming up! Are you planning to throw the best pool party ever? That’s great, but do you think your pool doesn’t look good enough to impress your friends and family? Don’t worry! Start working on maintaining your pool deck.
It is crucial to take good care of your poolside as it adds value to your house. Many buyers perceive it as a luxury rather than a liability. So, make sure the outdoor areas of your house (especially around the pool area) stay well-maintained.
Clean the Paver Pool Deck
First of all, you need to assemble your pool deck cleaning tools to get going. These tools include a broom, garden water hose or pressure washer (optional), and a good quality detergent. Let’s get started!
Start with a broom. Sweep off the excess dust or debris stuck in the pavers. Put aside any poolside furniture or pots that might get in the way while cleaning. Be sure to brush away any litter or leaves settled between the pavers.
Next, take out your hose and connect it to a water supply. Hold the hose at a 25-degree angle above the ground and start spraying. Drench every paver on your pool deck evenly.
Now, pour detergent and scrub with a broom across the pool deck, soaking all edges of the pavers with lather. Leave it for 5 to 6 minutes. Once all stains have been gotten rid of, fit a nozzle to the hose and spray it all over the deck to rinse the pavers. In case some stubborn spots are left, use a pressure washer to quickly remove stains from the surface.
Finally, grab a hose or pressure washer to wash the pool. Always keep the drain open while cleaning the pool. Look out for any signs of mold or calcium deposits inside your pool and remove them accordingly.
Tips for Maintaining your Paver Pool Deck
- To reinvent your pool deck, create a vibrant atmosphere by replacing worn-out poolside furniture with stylish hammocks and chaise lounges. Add a swivel lounge chair with an umbrella shade or a ball-shaped swing chair for a modern look.
- Add new lights strung through plants, preferably yellow fairy lights, to uplift the ambiance.
- Repair small cracks on your pool deck twice a year. If the crack is moving, replace the brick with a new one and allow it to set completely before use. By doing so, you will add more years to your pool deck.
- Avoid splotches and soaking of water by sealing it every year. Ideally, use three coats – two tinted and one clear coat to keep your paver deck fresh. Moreover, make sure your paver deck is saltwater resistant.
- Build a paver deck with alternate colors to make it look more vivid. If you want to keep it bright and happy, use terra cotta bricks with a blend of charcoal bricks surrounding the deck.
- During winter, add a fire pit with woven outdoor armchairs to add warmth to the look.
- Make sure the style you choose for your pool deck matches the aesthetics of your house.
