Decks and a salt water AGP

[TheMattomicBomb]

So I'm putting up an AGP this summer and want to put a deck around it. The pool will be a salt water pool.

What factors do I need to consider since the pool will be SW? Composite vs. Pressure Treated? Is one better than the other for salt water?

I'm already familiar with the pros/cons of composite vs traditional decking. I'm just wondering if the salt water is should be a factor in what I choose.

Thanks!

 

[Bama Rambler]

Whichever you choose be sure to use stainless steel fasteners.

 

[TheMattomicBomb]

Thanks! I will definitely plan on that. From the research I've done it seems that it is ok to use traditional decking lumber with a salt water pool. Anyone out there have any experience with that?

Thanks!

 

[duraleigh]

I would be quite surprised if the salt water had any effect on the deck. The real wood may actually do a bit better as I could see the synthetic material perhaps showing the dried salt a bit more. That said, it should wash right off.

I would go with the one that you prefer and disregard the salt.