Looking to build a deck and not sure how flush to make it knowing I will need to put a winter cover on it. Any advice?
Abg pool deck
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johnnysnok
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There are a ton of threads on this subject, and should it be built to go over the top rail, under or flush. Many do it different ways and even secure there winter cover in different ways. I went under the top rail and use the steel cable to secure my cover. Do a search about winter covers, decks, etc. to help you determine your best needs.
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- Jun 1, 2018
- 13,981
- Pool Size
- 26000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Hayward Aqua Rite (T-15)
We went under sort of - just butted up to the top rail with a slight gap to be able to slip cover in - it worked well for closing & opening. My deck Only goes 1/2 way around the pool. Didn’t wanna cover the rails incase of needing to change the liner. We’ve instructed the children not to step/sit on the rail - so far so good. 
johnnysnok
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We had a stone deck built a little higher than the top rail but not over it. That way it's not a trip hazard. The only issue was when we needed to replace the liner, we had to pop off every single overhang stone to get to the wall to remove the top plates. It was no big deal, but it was work to pop those off.
We use dog tie downs (is that what they're called) to hold the winter cover on the sides, and the stair weights to hold it on the deck.
We use dog tie downs (is that what they're called) to hold the winter cover on the sides, and the stair weights to hold it on the deck.
