We just installed a deck around half of our above ground pool. The deck tucks under the top railing. Is there a way to alter our current steps / ladder to now work on the deck without buying a new setup or parts? The steps go inside the pool with a platform going over the top railing and removable ladder on the outside. Before we had a deck the only thing holding the steps in place was weights. On the outside of the pool, there are 2 support bars that sit on the ground. My husband is thinking we just cut those down and have them sit on top of the deck. Perhaps screw them down, if needed, but we’d rather not put holes in the new deck if not necessary. I have attached a picture of the steps we have. Any thoughts on why this wouldn’t work? Has anyone altered their steps to accommodate a deck? Pictures would be appreciated.
Changing ladder to accommodate new deck
- Thread starter Lacey
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The "correct" way to do that is to get the parts the covert those from a over the rail to a deck mount.
Here is an example
You will have to find one that fits your particular stairs. Calling the Pool Wharehouse is a good start, they can be very helpful in hunting down the right parts.
Or you may have to build a small step up to the top rail, take the legs off, and attach the ladder to that step.
This is what I did with mine, because I did not want to screw them into the deck, since I remove them in the winter. They just clip into those notches
Here is an example
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You will have to find one that fits your particular stairs. Calling the Pool Wharehouse is a good start, they can be very helpful in hunting down the right parts.
Or you may have to build a small step up to the top rail, take the legs off, and attach the ladder to that step.
This is what I did with mine, because I did not want to screw them into the deck, since I remove them in the winter. They just clip into those notches
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- Jun 1, 2018
- 13,987
- Pool Size
- 26000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Hayward Aqua Rite (T-15)
Looks possible according to this review in which they detail how they did it
Review on Amazon: Excellent Value and Much Sturdier than Expected Check out this Amazon review of Main Access Smart Step System for 48 to 54 Inch Above Ground Pools, Heavy Duty Four Step Ladder A-Frame - Taupe
The product page says you can use it with or without a deck - I assume they mean the steps only without the handrail and top part if using with a deck as the ladder & steps are two different parts & the top step is where they attach. The manual doesn’t elaborate on deck installation method
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Review on Amazon: Excellent Value and Much Sturdier than Expected Check out this Amazon review of Main Access Smart Step System for 48 to 54 Inch Above Ground Pools, Heavy Duty Four Step Ladder A-Frame - Taupe
The product page says you can use it with or without a deck - I assume they mean the steps only without the handrail and top part if using with a deck as the ladder & steps are two different parts & the top step is where they attach. The manual doesn’t elaborate on deck installation method
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