Stamped Concrete Pool Deck - Williamstown New Jersey

Your pool is the centerpiece of your backyard — but the deck around it is what makes or breaks the whole look. Stamped concrete pool decks give you the appearance of natural stone or premium pavers at a fraction of the cost, with built-in slip resistance and zero chance of weeds growing between joints. Here's everything you need to know before you invest.

Why Stamped Concrete Is the Best Pool Deck Material

We've installed pool decks across Gloucester and Camden Counties in every material available — stamped concrete, pavers, natural stone, travertine, and plain broom-finish concrete. For most South Jersey homeowners, stamped concrete delivers the best combination of looks, safety, durability, and value.

Cost: 40-60% less than natural stone or travertine. 25-35% less than premium pavers. Dramatically better looking than plain concrete.

Safety: The stamped texture creates natural slip resistance when wet — critical around a pool. Additional non-slip additives can be mixed into the sealer for extra grip.

Heat: Lighter colors reflect sunlight and stay cooler underfoot than dark pavers or natural stone. This matters in July when the surface temperature can exceed 140°F on dark materials.

Maintenance: No joints for weeds to grow through. No individual pieces to shift or settle. No sand to wash out. Just reseal every 2-3 years.

Seamless surface: Water drains evenly off a continuous stamped surface. No puddles forming in low spots between individual pavers.

Best Patterns for Pool Decks

Not every stamped concrete pattern works well around a pool. Here's what we recommend based on decades of pool deck installations:

Top Picks

Wood Plank — Our #1 pool deck pattern right now. The linear plank look is unique, modern, and the texture provides excellent grip. Pairs beautifully with contemporary pool designs.

Ashlar Slate — The classic choice. Clean lines, slip-resistant texture, and a sophisticated look that complements any pool shape.

Random Flagstone — Natural, organic feel. The irregular shapes and heavy texture provide excellent slip resistance.

Patterns to Avoid Around Pools

Smooth or lightly textured patterns — Some patterns produce a surface that's too smooth when wet. Always choose patterns with deep, pronounced texture for pool areas.

Very dark colors — They absorb heat and can become uncomfortably hot. They also show chemical splashes from pool water treatment.

Pool Deck Color Selection

Color choice around a pool is more important than anywhere else on your property because of heat and glare.

Best choices:

Light sandstone and buff tones — Stay coolest, reflect sunlight, hide water spots
Light to medium gray — Contemporary look, moderate heat absorption
Cream and ivory — Bright, clean look that stays cool

Avoid:

Dark charcoal or black — Dangerously hot in direct sun
Dark brown — Absorbs too much heat for bare feet
Very bright white — Creates harsh glare off the water

Pro tip: Choose a color that complements your pool coping (the cap around the pool edge). If you have tan bullnose coping, a desert sand stamped deck with walnut release creates a seamless, cohesive look. Mismatched coping and deck colors make the whole area feel disjointed.

Pool Deck Design Considerations

Drainage

Pool decks must slope away from the pool to prevent runoff from carrying dirt, chemicals, and debris into the water. The standard slope is 1/4 inch per foot. We grade every pool deck during installation to ensure proper drainage — water should flow away from the pool toward landscaped areas or drain systems.

Coping Integration

The transition between your pool coping and the stamped deck is a critical detail. Options include:

Stamped concrete butting against existing coping — Clean expansion joint between the two materials
Cantilevered coping over the deck — Coping overhangs the deck edge for a finished look
Stamped concrete coping — We can pour the deck and coping as one continuous piece with a bullnose edge

Expansion Joints

The joint between the pool coping and the deck is subjected to constant expansion and contraction as temperatures change. This joint must be filled with a flexible, waterproof sealant — not rigid caulk — and inspected annually.

Non-Slip Treatment

For maximum safety, we can add non-slip aggregate to the final sealer coat. This creates a subtle texture that's invisible to the eye but provides significant additional grip when the surface is wet. Especially important if you have kids or elderly family members using the pool.

Pool Deck Sizing and Layout

How Big Should Your Pool Deck Be?

The minimum functional pool deck width is 4 feet around the pool perimeter — enough for a lounge chair and foot traffic. But most homeowners want more:

4-6 feet — Functional minimum. Room for chairs but tight.
8-10 feet — Comfortable. Room for loungers, a small table, and easy foot traffic.
12-15+ feet — Premium. Room for a dining area, fire pit, or outdoor kitchen alongside the pool.

For irregularly shaped pools, varying the deck width creates visual interest — wider on the entertaining side, narrower on the landscaping side.

Popular Add-Ons

Stamped concrete sitting walls around the deck perimeter
Built-in fire pit on the deck for evening use
Outdoor kitchen pad integrated into the pool deck design
Sun shelf or tanning ledge extension in matching stamped concrete
Shower pad with matching stamped concrete for an outdoor rinse station

Cost of Stamped Concrete Pool Decks

Pool deck pricing is similar to patio pricing but may be slightly higher due to:

Working around an existing pool (tight access, protecting the pool surface)
More precise grading requirements for drainage
Coping integration details
Non-slip sealer upgrades

Typical pool deck costs in South Jersey:

Pool Deck Size Basic Pattern Mid-Range Premium Small (200-300 sq ft) $3,000 – $4,500 $4,500 – $5,700 $5,700 – $7,000 Medium (400-600 sq ft) $5,200 – $8,400 $7,000 – $10,200 $9,000 – $13,000 Large (700-1000 sq ft) $9,100 – $14,000 $11,200 – $17,000 $14,000 – $22,000+

These include tear-out of existing deck material (if applicable), base prep, pour, stamp, color, and two coats of non-slip sealer.

Timing Your Pool Deck Project

Best Time to Install

Fall (September-November) is actually the ideal time to install a pool deck in South Jersey. Here's why:

Pool season is winding down, so you won't miss swim time during construction
Concrete cures best in moderate temperatures (50-75°F)
Your new deck is ready and sealed before winter
Come spring, you're ready to go — no construction during prime pool season

Spring (March-May) is the most popular time, but contractors are busiest. Book early if you want a spring installation.

Avoid pouring concrete when temperatures are below 40°F or above 90°F. Extreme temperatures compromise the curing process and can affect the final appearance.

Project Timeline

A typical pool deck project takes 3-5 days:

Day 1: Tear-out of existing material (if needed) and base preparation
Day 2: Forming and grading
Day 3: Pour, color, and stamp
Days 4-5: Cure time, detail work, sealer application

You should stay off the new deck for 3-5 days after pouring and wait 28-30 days before applying the final sealer coat.

Maintaining Your Pool Deck

Pool decks take more abuse than regular patios because of constant water exposure, chlorine/salt, sunscreen, and heavy foot traffic. Here's how to keep yours looking great:

Weekly: Sweep or blow off debris. Rinse with a garden hose.

Monthly: Check for any standing water or drainage issues. Clean up any sunscreen or oil stains promptly.

Annually: Inspect the expansion joint between coping and deck. Replace sealant if it's cracking or pulling away.

Every 2-3 years: Reseal with a non-slip sealer. Pool decks may need resealing more frequently than patios due to chemical exposure and higher foot traffic.

Never: Use muriatic acid or harsh pool chemicals directly on the stamped concrete. If pool water overflows or splashes on the deck, that's fine — but don't dump concentrated chemicals on the surface.

Get Your Pool Deck Estimate

Patrick Breen Masonry & Concrete has been building pool decks across South Jersey since 1983. We work with every pool shape, size, and style — and we coordinate with your pool company if needed.

Try Our Project Builder — Select "Pool Deck" and visualize your design.

Get a Free Estimate — We'll measure your pool area and walk you through options on site.

Call: (856) 223-1100

Patrick Breen Masonry & Concrete — Mullica Hill, NJ — 43+ Years — NJ Lic #13VH00144300

Stamped Concrete Pool Decks: Everything South Jersey Homeowners Need to Know