{"id":15791,"date":"2017-09-22T01:43:35","date_gmt":"2017-09-22T07:13:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/youthfulhome.com\/?p=15791"},"modified":"2020-04-12T09:42:38","modified_gmt":"2020-04-12T15:12:38","slug":"8-tips-choose-best-pool-finish","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/youthfulhome.com\/blog\/8-tips-choose-best-pool-finish\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Tips on How To Choose the Best Pool Finish"},"content":{"rendered":"

There used to be a time when there was very little choice when it came to pool finishes. However, these days there are a wide variety of colors and finishes to choose from, so gone are the days of only having the choice of a plain white plaster finish.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Giving special attention to your pool finish will help create a look that will make it feel unique to your own personality and needs. Many pool owners say that choosing an appealing pool finish made them want to spend more time outside around the pool and who wouldn\u2019t want that?<\/span><\/p>\n

So, what needs to be considered before making a pool finish choice? We\u2019ve put together some tips to help the first time pool buyer navigate the myriad of choices out on the market as well as some tips for overall planning.<\/span><\/p>\n

#1<\/strong>\u00a0Take the overall picture into consideration. Yes, the pool may be the main attraction in the backyard, but all of the other parts play a part in the overall look that will be ultimately achieved. In the interest of saving time and money, it\u2019s a good idea to plan out the whole backyard before beginning the building process.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are a few questions to consider:<\/strong> Will any landscaping be done? Will your choices blend in well with the exterior of your home? Do you plan to add any other major pieces in the backyard such as a fire pit? What about lawn furniture? We guarantee that you\u2019ll be glad you thought all of these things through by the time the pool is completed.<\/span><\/p>\n

#2<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>Remember that the color of what\u2019s around the pool can dramatically change the look of the color of the pool water. Did you know that different types of foliage can affect water color? The same goes for the coping around the pool. With different color choices in coping, the pool water can look drastically different. Ask your pool specialist for some tips.<\/span><\/p>\n

#3<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>If I choose a pebble look for my finish, will the pebbles fall out? It\u2019s a pretty safe bet that a few pebbles will come loose during the installation process. Over time, it\u2019s also reasonable to expect that some pebbles will come loose occasionally. There are specialty products on the market to help repair the loose spots.<\/span><\/p>\n

A pebble finish is considered to be one of the most durable options. Also, many people choose it because it has the most natural look among the choices. However, pebble has a texture that not everyone finds appealing to the touch, so make sure to test the way it feels before choosing pebble.<\/span><\/p>\n

#4\u00a0What are the other types of finishes?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Plaster:<\/strong> This is by far the most popular choice. Perhaps it is because it is the most affordable option. Most of the time a plaster surface is done in white; however, other colors can be chosen at extra expense. The downside to plaster is that it is the least durable choice.<\/span><\/p>\n

Tile:<\/strong> Most would agree that tiles are the most sophisticated choice. Many home magazines showcase pools of the rich and famous that have elaborate tiling. The possibility for creative arrangement of tiling is endless. Tile is also said to have more traction than plaster does.<\/span><\/p>\n

Aggregate:<\/strong> This is the most recent trend in pool finishes. Aggregate combines glass, pebbles, glass beads and granite to create a look that has true flair. Most pool experts agree that this is the most durable choice of the three.<\/span><\/p>\n

Quartz:<\/strong> There many options to choose from with a quartz finish. What are the different types of products?<\/span><\/p>\n