Concrete Pool Decks
A concrete pool deck gives you a slip-resistant, low-maintenance surface that handles constant sun, water, and foot traffic season after season.
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The Right Surface Makes Your Pool Area Safer and Better Looking
Your pool deck takes a beating. It's wet most of the summer, baked by the sun, and walked on constantly by bare feet. The wrong surface material becomes a slip hazard, fades, cracks, or shifts out of place within a few years. Concrete, done right, solves all of those problems at once.
At Elite Sioux Falls Concrete Contractor, we design and pour pool decks that drain properly, stay cool enough to walk on comfortably, and look sharp around your pool for years. We work with the shape of your pool and yard to create a surface that flows naturally with the surroundings.
Whether you're building a new pool deck from scratch or replacing an existing surface that has cracked or settled, we handle the full job from excavation and forming through finishing and sealing.
What Makes a Good Pool Deck? Here's What We Focus On.
Pool deck concrete isn't the same as a standard driveway or patio pour. There are specific considerations that make the difference between a deck that performs well and one that becomes a problem within a few seasons.
- Proper drainage slope: Water needs to flow away from the pool edge and toward drains or the yard. We grade every pool deck with the correct pitch so water doesn't pool on the surface or run back toward the pool or your foundation.
- Non-slip surface texture: All pool deck surfaces we install get a broom or brushed finish by default. This gives your bare feet grip even when the surface is wet, reducing the risk of slipping.
- Expansion joints placed correctly: Concrete moves slightly as temperatures change. Control joints and expansion joints are planned and cut at the right intervals to manage that movement and prevent random cracking.
- Concrete mix suited for wet conditions: We use a low water-to-cement ratio mix to reduce porosity. A denser concrete resists water absorption, which means less freeze-thaw damage and less staining over time.
- Sealing after cure: A penetrating concrete sealer protects the surface from chlorine splash, sunscreen oils, and general weathering. We recommend sealing every two to three years after that to keep the surface in top shape.
If your pool area needs a retaining wall or a concrete masonry border, we handle that work too. Visit our retaining walls and concrete masonry page to see how we can tie the whole outdoor space together.
Finish Options That Fit Your Style and Budget
A concrete pool deck can be simple and clean or look like a high-end resort — it all comes down to the finish. Here's a breakdown of what we offer and what each one looks like in practice.
Broom Finish
This is the standard option and the most popular for pool decks. A textured, non-slip surface that looks clean and holds up extremely well. It's the most affordable finish and the most practical. If you want a surface that works well and doesn't need a lot of extra attention, this is the one.
Stamped Concrete
Patterns pressed into the concrete while it's still wet give your pool deck the look of stone, tile, or pavers without the higher installation cost or ongoing maintenance. Popular patterns for pool areas include flagstone, large tile, and slate. We can also add integral color to the mix for a warmer tone. See our stamped and decorative concrete page for more detail on patterns and color options.
Exposed Aggregate
The surface paste is washed away to expose the natural stone aggregate in the mix. The result is a pebbled, natural-looking texture with excellent grip and a distinctive appearance that ages well. It's slightly rougher underfoot than a broom finish but provides more traction in wet conditions.
Cool-Tone Colored Concrete
Dark concrete absorbs a lot of heat, which makes it uncomfortable to walk on barefoot in direct summer sun. We can add lighter integral colors — grays, buffs, and tans — to reduce heat absorption and keep the surface more comfortable throughout the day.
Get a Quote on Your Concrete Pool Deck
We'll walk your space, talk through your goals, and give you a clear, honest price. No surprises. Visit our concrete contractor home page to learn more about everything we build across Sioux Falls and the surrounding area.
(605) 305-1070Common Questions About Concrete Pool Decks
For residential pool decks, we typically pour at four inches of thickness, which is standard for foot-traffic-only flatwork. If the area will also be used for light vehicles — for example, if a service truck needs to drive on part of the deck — we increase that to five or six inches. The thickness is paired with rebar or wire mesh reinforcement to prevent cracking and hold the slab together over time.
Concrete is one of the most practical and cost-effective choices for pool decks. Pavers look great but can shift, settle, and allow weeds to grow between joints over time. Tile is beautiful but expensive, and grout lines can crack in freeze-thaw climates like Sioux Falls. Concrete gives you a seamless, solid surface that's easy to clean, resists pool chemicals well, and can be finished to look like pavers or tile if you choose a stamped option. It's also easier to repair in sections if damage occurs.
The finish and color you choose make a big difference. Darker concrete absorbs more solar heat. Lighter integral colors like buff, tan, or light gray reflect more heat and stay cooler underfoot. A broom or exposed aggregate finish also reduces the contact area between your foot and the slab, which helps. Applying a high-quality acrylic sealer can further reduce heat retention. We can talk through the best combination of color and finish for your specific setup when you call for a quote.