The art and artistry of above-ground pool decks

Pool decks create a functional and aesthetically pleasing frame and backdrop for an above-ground pool that, if designed well enough, can create a beautiful outdoor space that rivals those of patios of in-ground pools. The pool deck, however, is difficult to construct and needs to be tailored to suit the size and dimensions of the pool. Nevertheless, a dedicated and skillful homeowner can create a functional and elegant pool deck to bring out the beauty of the above-ground pool.

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The ideal pool deck frames the pool and creates a functional and beautiful space for the pool users. There are several styles and designs to choose from, the best of which depends on the shape of the pool and the budget of the homeowner. Some homeowners go all out and create multi-tiered designs that, if daring enough, can even contain outdoor kitchens and other features to make the space an ideal spot for hosting guests.

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“Form follows function” is the core tenet of pool deck design. The material of the deck's surface shouldn't merely be attractive; it should also be resilient, capable of withstanding the corrosive effects of chemically treated pool water. Wood, a popular material, must be regularly maintained to keep its integrity and appearance, while alternatives such as composite and plastic can sometimes be used to great effect.

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An optional but recommended final feature is fencing, which not only adds an extra aesthetic flourish to the pool deck but also promotes safety.


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REPOST: Angola: Olympic Swimming-Pool to Empower Sporting Talent

A pool facility can strongly empower talents in water sports. It can also positively impact the well-being of the people who have access to it as it promotes discipline and endurance through motor activities like swimming and diving. In Angola, an Olympic-size swimming pool was built to encourage athletes to become better at their chosen field. The following report has the details.

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Saurimo — The governor of the eastern Lunda Sul province, Cândida Narciso, said on Tuesday in Saurimo city that the Olympic swimming-pool, whose works are already in the final stage, will empower the sporting talent not only in the disciplines of pure swimming, but also in other water activities within the region.

The official said so to ANGOP when speaking about the swimming and rescue course that the local government is promoting since Monday.

She stated that the Olympic swimming-pool will also allow the recreation and leisure of all the inhabitants of the region, as well as contribute to the children's motor development.

According to her, the Olympic swimming-pool will definitely have a strong positive impact on the well-being and quality of life of the people, adding that swimming as motor activity promotes discipline and endurance, allowing sensations and significant bio-psychosocial changes.

Candida Narciso informed that the water environment is actually facilitator for learning the different capabilities of physical exercise, such as strength, endurance, improving various respiratory, circulatory systems and especially social skills such as autonomy and tenacity.

To Candida Narciso, each value spent in sport is reflected on a significant reduction in expenditure on cardiovascular disease, encouraging local youths to focus increasingly on sport.

The swimming and rescue course results in the wake of an existing protocol between the swimming federations of Angola and Portugal.

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