Sliding Deck Pool Covers in Australia - Pro’s and Con’s
Let’s have a look at what to consider when investigating whether a sliding pool deck cover is for you…
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So, what are sliding deck pool covers?
Sliding deck pool covers come in many shapes and forms, for this article we’ll just be discussing the different sliding pool deck configurations we offer…
Sliding pool decks are ideally manufactured from a 6061/3 grade aluminium to deal with the harsh environment it is exposed to. Other applications include hot-dipped galvanised steel and in rare cases a wood frame can be constructed.
What are they constructed from?
Sliding pool deck covers are not cheap prices start anywhere from $10 000 and up depending on the application and design. Be sure to contact us to see our solutions for your space.
What do they cost?
You can select natural wood decking and WPC decking to cover the deck. Stone and tile is an option for a sliding pool deck but this will require more engineering work to ensure it can handle the additional weight.
What are my decking options?
Benefits: Pro’s of a Sliding Deck Pool Cover
Sliding decks have an appealing range of benefits from pure aesthetics to pure function. Load bearing Sliding pool decks can have an outdoor arrangement and umbrella set up and can even handle a party! The keep dust and debris out of your pool and prolong the life of the pool surface. Tired of having a green pool? Us too.. Let me not forget to mention you save on pool chemicals.
The Benefits
There is nothing safer than having a structurally sound cover over your pool. The weight of the structure prevents it from being opened by children and is therefore a great safety measure for your loved ones and furry pets.
Safety First!
They are configureable!
While the feature is permanent it can come in many configuration as per the image above, we have automatic sliding deck pool covers as well as manual options to suit most small to medium sized pools.
With your pool under cover when not in use it is a HUGE water saving and evaporation prevention, it will also keep your pool warmer further into the colder months so you get additional time to enjoy your pool.
Save water!
They can take the weight!
The pool decks are signed off by structural engineers and are designed to handle a load of up to 250kg/pm2* so you can rest assured it will not collapse. (*depending on the product)
Drawbacks: Con’s of a Sliding Deck Pool Cover
While our decks are very functional there are some things to consider that might put you off.
The Drawbacks
Cost is a factor when committing to sliding pool deck cover, in some scenarios it is possible that the cover costs as much as the pool itself. The prices do vary and there are installation costs to consider. Feel free to give us a call to discuss anything…
They can be expensive!
Mainly for smaller pools!
Due to the load bearing capacity, the material and space required for larger pools to have a deckings system other applications might need to be considered.
Some maintenance!
Automated sliding deck pool covers have a motor that will need to be maintained and serviced on an annual bases much like a gate motor does. Depending on the decking chosen there will be some deck maintenance to be considered over the longer term.
