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Are Brick Pavers around Swimming Pools Last Season?
Brick Pavers are back in Vogue!
Traditional brick pavers are becoming an increasingly popular choice for Salt Water Pool Service thanks to their attractive appearance and practical features. They come in a range of attractive colors and look extremely sophisticated when installed. If you are looking for a modern pool deck with a classy look using brick pavers is a great solution.
Child-friendly
Brick pavers are comfortable to walk on and naturally slip resistant making them ideal for use with children. Always choose a brick paver with a smooth finish though to protect sensitive feet.
Brick Pavers offer Flexibility
Whilst their durable nature of brick pavers means that they rarely need to be replaced. However the main benefit comes when maintenance work is required. If your skimmer has broken or a pipe has burst this can be disastrous if you have a concrete pool deck. In order to undertake the repairs in the case of a concrete pool deck it would have to be cut out. Even when the concrete is replaced it is almost impossible to achieve an exact match leaving your pool deck looking less than aesthetically pleasing.
If you have brick pavers though the repairs the disruption is minimal. Brick pavers can be laid using either sand or mortar and are easy to install and replace. This means that the work can be undertaken, the pavers replaced and no-one would ever be the wiser.



Choosing Brick Pavers for your Pool Deck
Brick pavers have a lot going for them!
Since brick pavers are a natural material they maintain their color and will not face with time. The slight variation in color adds to their attraction and enables them to blend into the environment.
In terms of durability they are extremely hard wearing. Their low absorption rate means that they are unlikely to be damaged by spillages and do not accumulate dirt. This also means that it requires minimal effort to keep them clean allowing you more time to relax and enjoy your swimming pool.
Although brick pavers make attractive pool decks for new installations they are also a great way of upgrading an existing pool. In many cases brick pavers can be installed directly onto an existing concrete Pool Service West Palm Beach and so provide the ideal solution for pool decks which have seen better days.
Apart from the aesthetical aspect natural brick pavers are extremely popular and having a sophisticated brick paver pool deck may increase the value of your property.
Are Brick Pavers Low Maintenance?
Brick pavers are extremely low maintenance and require minimal effort to maintain in good condition. There is no need for any expensive, specialist tools and a damp cloth and brush will cover most eventualities.
Here are a few suggestions to help you care for your brick paver pool deck:-
1. Fungus and Moss
If your brick pavers develop fungus, moss or mould this can easily removed with the help of a dry bristle brush. If necessary this can be followed up with a proprietary week killer but don’t forget to follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Efflorescence
Sometimes brick pavers may develop a white crystalline finish. Known as efflorescence this is due to salt which has risen through the ground onto the surface of the paver and then dried out in the sun. Although there are specialist products to remove it the easiest (and cheapest) way is to use a stiff brush or damp cloth.
Installing a sand foundation may help to prevent this as it acts as a barrier and prevents the salts from migrating into the pavers.
Brick Paver Pool Decks
Whether you are considering installing a new pool deck or wish to improve your existing one, brick pavers are a fantastic option. Aesthetically pleasing and low maintenance; what more could you ask for?




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