Pool Deck & Patio Coatings in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Pool deck & patio coatings are some of the hardest-working finishes we install in Fort Lauderdale. An outdoor slab here sits in strong sun for most of the year, gets soaked by summer storms, takes splashes of chlorinated or salt-system pool water, and has to stay grippy under bare, wet feet. Old decks crack, stain, grow mildew in shady corners and get hot enough to make you hop across them. A coating or resurfacing system can fix how the deck looks, how it feels and how it cleans.

Pool deck resurfacing options

There are several ways to resurface a pool deck, and the right one depends on the slab and your priorities. HomeGuide's pool deck resurfacing guide lists Kool Deck, epoxy, decorative overlays, stamped overlays and sealing as the main options. Kool Deck style textured coatings are described as non-slip and as helping lower surface temperature, which is a big deal on a sunny afternoon. Epoxy and polyaspartic systems with texture give a sealed, easy-clean surface and more color choices. Overlays add thickness and can hide more surface damage. Sealing alone is the lightest touch, for decks that are in decent shape and mostly need protection.

Sun and heat

Fort Lauderdale averages around 3,000 hours of sunshine a year, and outdoor coatings take all of it. Plain epoxy yellows and breaks down in UV, so we do not leave it exposed outside. For coated patios and decks we use UV-stable polyaspartic or other exterior-rated systems. Color affects heat too. Lighter colors reflect more sun and are more comfortable underfoot than dark ones. Texture keeps a deck from becoming slick but also needs to be gentle enough for bare feet, so we choose it with you.

Lanais, covered patios and screened enclosures

A covered lanai or screened pool area is often the most-used room in a Fort Lauderdale home. Because the roof or screen cuts some sun and rain, these spaces can take a flake or solid-color system with a polyaspartic clear coat. That gives you an indoor-style floor that you can hose off. Edges where rain blows in or water runs off the roof line still get extra texture, since they get wet most often.

Moisture, drainage and the ground below

Outdoor slabs sit right on the ground, and in a city that is largely about 7 feet above sea level, the ground is often damp. Pool decks also take water from splashes and from rain that runs toward the pool. Before choosing a system, we test the slab, check where water ponds, and look at expansion joints and the coping line. Some coatings breathe better than others, and that matters on wet slabs. Cracks are repaired, and joints are kept flexible so the deck can move with the heat without cracking the new finish.

Storm season and scheduling

No job on our list is more at the mercy of the forecast than outdoor work. The wet season runs from May through October, with frequent afternoon storms, and rain on a curing coating can ruin it. We watch the forecast closely, plan outdoor coats for mornings and dry stretches, and confirm the dew point and slab temperature are right before any coat goes on. The drier months of winter and spring are the easiest time for patio coating and pool deck resurfacing, though we work year round when the readings allow.

Caring for a coated outdoor surface

Outdoor coatings last longest when they are kept clean. Hose it down every so often to clear away pool chemicals, sunscreen and leaf litter, and use a soft brush and mild cleaner on shady spots where mildew starts. Avoid pressure washing at very close range, which can wear texture down faster. Keep pool chemical levels balanced, and wipe up spills of concentrated chlorine or acid rather than leaving them to sit. Furniture with metal feet should have pads or glides. Trim plants that drip sap or drop berries onto the deck, and keep sprinklers aimed away from the slab when you can. Over time, sun will wear the very top of any outdoor finish. Many systems can be cleaned and given a fresh top layer before the base is affected, which costs far less than starting over. We let you know what to look for and when a refresh might make sense.

HOA and condo approvals

Many Broward communities, especially condos and gated villages along the coast, ask for approval for exterior color or surface changes. Ask your association what it needs before work starts, since some boards meet only once a month and approval can take a few weeks. Common requests include a color sample, a product data sheet and the work dates. We can provide product data and color samples for the board. Call (754) 240-3607 to set up a free deck or patio estimate. Get a free estimate