Hi there! I'm not sure if this is the correct area to post this question... hoping so. We have an above ground SW pool and we are getting ready to build a deck. We are either going to go with pressure treated wood or cedar - composite is not an option. I'm just wondering if anyone with a SW pool that has either a pressure treated deck or a Cedar deck can tell me the pros and cons from their experience.
My concerns with the pressure treated wood is that it's filled with chemicals. I'm also worried that it will splinter and warp quicker because it's a wet wood that then drys out.
My concern with cedar is that it's a softer wood. I'm worried that the saltwater will damage it quicker.
I have googled and googled and googled. While I have a lot of information, I'm missing personal experiences from pool owners. I want a deck that is going to last for a long time, and I want a wood that will hold up to saltwater.... my fear is wood that is so splintered that in two years no on will want to be on it in bare feet. I'd like something that will still be good 10-15 years from now (and I know we'll have to stain and seal every year).
Any thoughts and feedback would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!
My concerns with the pressure treated wood is that it's filled with chemicals. I'm also worried that it will splinter and warp quicker because it's a wet wood that then drys out.
My concern with cedar is that it's a softer wood. I'm worried that the saltwater will damage it quicker.
I have googled and googled and googled. While I have a lot of information, I'm missing personal experiences from pool owners. I want a deck that is going to last for a long time, and I want a wood that will hold up to saltwater.... my fear is wood that is so splintered that in two years no on will want to be on it in bare feet. I'd like something that will still be good 10-15 years from now (and I know we'll have to stain and seal every year).
Any thoughts and feedback would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!