Pool Expansion Joint Caulking Material

[iceflow]

Folks
I need to do some repairs to the caulk joint between the deck and the patio. What brands do you suggest I use? I did this job about 15 years ago but I notice it's looking rough in some areas. I can't remember what I used, I think it was in a can and was a messy pain to apply. Hopefully there's something easier.

 

[Dirk]

I'm going to try a Sika product next time. They have a lot of them, so my plan is to call them for their recommendation. Sika Corporation U.S. | Sika Corporation U.S.

I used a cheaper brand, similar stuff, last time and only got a couple seasons out of it. I gotta go again this fall before the rains.

15 years is quite long. Too bad you don't remember what you used. A handful of years is all I'm expecting out of my next application.

 

[bdavis466]

Sounds like you used Deck-o-seal. They have a new product that comes pre-mixed and in a squeeze bag that is much easier to apply.

 

[Dirk]

Brian, is that a better solution than Sika? Do you have a specific material you like to use?

 

[iceflow]

Folks this is the area I'm talking about. Mine looked like this about 15 years ago.
see attachment

 

[ajw22]

I have recently used https://www.tremcosealants.com/products/vulkem-45ssl.aspx to rehab my expansion joints. Only problem I had was twice tubes leaked during shipping and I have had to had the vendor send replacements.

Went from this:



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[iceflow]

I think it may have been Deck O seal, I got it in Beige. I did a pretty decent non - pro job, but it was messy. I'll follow up on that, thanks.

 

[iceflow]

It's a long shot but I might have the receipt in my pool binder. If I find it I will post the details. If they have an easier version to apply it might be worth going that route again as it has lasted well.
Thanks for the input.

 

[erhanuyar]

I second Deck o Seal, I want to do it as well at one point. From my researches Deck-o-seal looks good

 

[ajw22]

It's a long shot but I might have the receipt in my pool binder. If I find it I will post the details. If they have an easier version to apply it might be worth going that route again as it has lasted well.
Thanks for the input.

Self-Leveling Pool Deck Joint Sealant - DECK-O-SEAL HS-1 SL

Deck-O-Seal HS-1 SL One-Part Self-Leveling Joint Sealant 32 oz. Pouch Gray - 4708322

 

[santacruzpool]

My DIY Sikaflex grey self leveling install from 2015 only lasted 2 years before sections of it pulled away from the coping and the sealant cracked and broke down...It is now 3 years old and I still need to do a replacement, but I have been putting it off.

I think I will try the DECK-O-SEAL version this time and see how it works...maybe this thread will get me kicked into gear.

 

[Dirk]

My DIY Sikaflex grey self leveling install from 2015 only lasted 2 years before sections of it pulled away from the coping and the sealant cracked and broke down...It is now 3 years old and I still need to do a replacement, but I have been putting it off.

I think I will try the DECK-O-SEAL version this time and see how it works...maybe this thread will get me kicked into gear.

Same here. And same here. I didn't use Sika, but a knock off. But sounds like you got the exact same result so maybe Sika is not for me. Who's got the skinny on the very best stuff to use?

 

[santacruzpool]

I just ordered 2 pouches of the DECK-O-SEAL...

I now need to plan for a several hours of work crawling around on the pool deck cutting out the old stuff, prepping, cleaning, and then installing this new sealant.

 

[Dirk]

Uhg, you're not helping. Now I remember why I've been putting this off!!

 

[ajw22]

Took 2 men 1 day to trim pavers, clean joint, install the foam backer rod, and seal the joint on my 50 x 20 pool.

 

[Dirk]

Oh, I was wondering how that joint got bigger between before and after photos. Did you have to cut every paver?!?

 

[ajw22]

Oh, I was wondering how that joint got bigger between before and after photos. Did you have to cut every paver?!?

The guys cut along the edge of the pavers taking a slice off them.



Then pulled out the pavers, removed the slice, and cleaned the joint.



Then the pavers were reinstalled with the backer rod.

 

[iceflow]

Self-Leveling Pool Deck Joint Sealant - DECK-O-SEAL HS-1 SL

Deck-O-Seal HS-1 SL One-Part Self-Leveling Joint Sealant 32 oz. Pouch Gray - 4708322

Oh boy that looks a way better approach to applying the stuff.
Thanks

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Took 2 men 1 day to trim pavers, clean joint, install the foam backer rod, and seal the joint on my 50 x 20 pool.

What was the price just out of interest? It'll vary by geography I'm sure but I'm curious.

Thanks

 

[iceflow]

When I see 'Backer rod' is this some sort of foam strip that you push down into the gap before you run the Deck O Seal over it?

 

[ajw22]

What was the price just out of interest? It'll vary by geography I'm sure but I'm curious.

Thanks

I used my landscaper who does all the masonry and stone work around my property. I haven't seen the bill yet but it is probably around $800 in labor.