A swimming pool without a deck is like a cup without a saucer — they go together naturally. You installed your pool as a place for backyard family fun, but just as ...

or a border for a kidney-shaped pool. That would be expensive to duplicate in solid wood decking. Aesthetics are a factor, too, if you like a uniform look. The woodlike grain lacks irregularities ...

Real wood may need to be restained as frequently ... which is particularly important if you’re installing a deck near a pool. We drop weights of various sizes on the surface of each board ...