Durable Beauty: Texas Concrete Pool Deck Resurfacing

Is your beautiful pool deck looking cracked and faded? Or is your swimming pool really durable, but not at all stylish? You don’t have to choose between style and strength — concrete pool deck resurfacing provides both.

We’ve transformed thousands of pool decks in Austin, Houston, San Antonio and Dallas-Fort Worth with beautiful concrete overlays. They’re renowned for their versatile style, and their blend of concrete, quartz and limestone offers unrivaled durability.

Let’s talk about why concrete resurfacing is the right choice for your Texas pool deck renovation. Then, we’ll show you 4 real-life transformations to inspire your new project.

• Texas homeowners choose concrete pool decks for 4 key reasons. Concrete resurfacing is stylish, heat and moisture-resistant, and provides lasting durability.
• Carvestone is the best concrete resurfacing material for pool decks. Its modified concrete blend is 2x as strong as concrete and offers versatile design options.
• Get inspired by real Texas concrete pool deck resurfacing projects. See pool deck transformations from Austin’s Hill Country to the suburbs of Houston.

4 Things Texas Homeowners Want from Concrete Pool Deck Resurfacing

Texas is rich with diverse outdoor living styles and unique homeowner needs. And the challenge of building in Hill Country terrain is far different than curing concrete in the scorching humidity of Harris County.

But after more than 25,000 outdoor living projects, we hear the same themes come up time and time again from Texas homeowners. When it comes to pool deck remodeling, here are the 4 biggest reasons why our customers choose concrete overlays.

A Stylish Outdoor Living Space

Above all, the majority of Texas homeowners we work with want a major upgrade to their pool deck’s style. Their remodeled pool area must seamlessly integrate with the rest of their outdoor living space.

Our contacts at the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) tell us 58% of homeowners want a greater connection to the outdoors. 36% of those individuals say a refurbished swimming pool is vital to their outdoor entertainment.

An Escape from Texas Heat

Dallas experiences over 100 days of 100°F+ heat each year. San Antonians battle high UV exposure, while Houston residents need constant relief from humidity off the Gulf.

No matter where you are in Texas, your swimming pool must provide an escape from the heat. That includes your pool deck materials — nothing’s worse than trying to walk barefoot on a scorching hot pool deck.

Light-colored concrete doesn’t absorb as much heat as darker colors or brick pavers, making it an optimal choice for pool decks.

A Barrier Against the Elements

Homeowners choose concrete resurfacing for enhanced pool deck protection against rain, hail and moisture damage. Modified concrete overlays provide greater resistance against moisture-related issues like mold, mildew, cracking and structural degradation.

Penetrating sealers add greater protection against rain and moisture. Ask your contractor whether acrylic or urethane-based products are best for your specific location — look for hail-resistant sealers in Dallas and humidity-resistant sealers in Houston.

A Smart, Lasting Investment

You’re looking for concrete pool deck resurfacing because your existing materials are faded, cracked, or simply too hot underfoot.

So you want the next time you remodel your pool deck to be the last time.

Allied Outdoor Solutions’ thoughtful 4-step design-build process has delivered thousands of durable, stylish pool decks to Texas homes. With proper care and bi-annual sealing, our Carvestone pool decks look as good 10 years in as they do the day they’re installed. 

Introducing Carvestone: The Best Choice for Texas Pool Decks

There’s a reason why Google lists Allied Outdoor Solutions as America’s premier installer of Carvestone concrete overlay products. 

Our experienced team of Texas outdoor contractors chooses Carvestone materials for a majority of pool deck remodeling projects.

Carvestone offers an unbeatable blend of pressure resistance, heat resistance, versatile aesthetics and enduring strength. 

Carvestone is Engineered for Texas Outdoor Living Conditions

Carvestone is formulated from a proprietary blend of concrete, quartz and limestone. This modified concrete blend delivers impressive strength and pressure resistance, especially for Texas outdoor living spaces.

Limestone is naturally abundant in Texas, making it a smart inclusion in Carvestone’s formula. Using locally sourced stone to fortify concrete makes Carvestone naturally resistant to Texas climate conditions and shifting soil concerns.

If you think regular concrete is durable, try Carvestone on for size. It’s rated to withstand well over 5,000 PSI of pressure — nearly 2 times greater than standard concrete.

Endless Flexibility and High-Quality Style

Every Carvestone overlay is specifically mixed and blended for each unique project. Homeowners are afforded a virtually limitless selection of colors, textures and patterns that mimic their favorite outdoor design materials.

Want the rustic style of brick, but hate its porous nature? We’ll install a Carvestone pool deck that matches the existing brick of your home’s architecture.

Do you crave porcelain tile, but dislike the high price point? Talk to our contractors about a Carvestone pool deck overlay that mimics high-end luxury tile.

The Beauty of Natural Stone, The Strength of Modified Concrete

Carvestone’s best design attribute is its ability to perfectly match local stone products. Texas homeowners love natural flagstone and sandstone around their swimming pool. But these natural stone materials can perform poorly against rain and pool chemicals.

Sealed Carvestone overlays deliver all the beauty and curb appeal of natural stone, with the strength and enhanced moisture resistance of modified concrete and quartz materials.

Texas Concrete Pool Deck Resurfacing: Success Stories & Transformations

We asked our Texas concrete resurfacing experts to share some of their favorite recent pool deck projects with you. 

From Houston to Dallas to Austin’s Hill County, here are 4 gorgeous Carvestone pool deck remodeling success stories to inspire your upcoming project.

Terraced Resort Oasis

These homeowners wanted an elevated, resort-style oasis from the pool deck renovation. They needed the strength and durability to work with varying elevations, and stylish material options to make their swimming pool an outdoor entertainment hub.

Key Design Considerations

• Heat resistance. The existing pool deck was beaten and weathered by direct sunlight and UV radiation. Material selection was vital for the resurfacing project — the concrete overlay needed to be lightly colored and properly sealed to resist further heat damage.
• Shifting soil. This sloped property presented design challenges in the form of clay soil erosion and some unstable soil patches. Our team used reinforced concrete and terraced landscape solutions to stabilize the ground.

The Finished Product

This stunner of a pool deck area is a true outdoor entertainment oasis. Sit under the dramatic poolside pergola, in the elevated spa — or in the swimming pool itself on a unique raised barstool feature.

The terraced pool deck incorporates natural landscaping and existing trees. Rather than grade the entire yard, our design-build team worked with the existing property to create visual intrigue at varying heights. Natural stone retaining walls help stabilize each terrace feature.

The entire outdoor living space is tied together with beautiful, sandy Carvestone. The light-colored overlay material reflects heat away from the pool deck, allowing family and guests to freely walk barefoot and enjoy the space.

Seamless Patio and Pool Deck Living

These Texas homeowners were tired of segmented outdoor living. The patio, pool deck and seating area all felt detached from one another, and the pool’s existing deck felt outdated and worn.

Key Design Considerations

• Seamless outdoor living. Our design-build team was tasked with creating a fully integrated outdoor living space. The patio, pool deck and seating area had to become one visually cohesive area.
• Moisture resistance. With guests running from pool to patio to fire pit, the entire space required materials with high moisture resistance to prevent mold, mildew and slips and falls.

The Finished Product

Light-colored Carvestone stretches from the back door to the edge of the resurfaced pool deck. The result is a seamless outdoor living area that offers dining, relaxation, and poolside fun.

Traversing the backyard space is simple and stress-free. The sealed concrete overlay means no more worries about wet feet by the outdoor bar island or custom fire pit. 

A dark red and cream color theme helps connect the space even further. Rich red design elements tie in with the property fence, while a classic gabled patio roof reflects the Carvestone deck materials.

Hill Country Carvestone

Austin’s Hill Country offers a wonderful blend of rustic charm and outdoor living. These homeowners wanted those attributes reflected in a compact-yet-beautiful patio and pool deck space. Elevated style and naturally-inspired colors were on the to-do list.

Key Design Considerations

• Local charm. The rolling hills of Travis County served as major inspiration for this design. Tans, browns and natural stone were needed to complement the home’s architecture.
• Maximizing the space. It isn’t far from back door to poolside in this space. But the homeowners deserved a remodeled pool deck that looked as grand as their beautiful home.

The Finished Product

A cohesive patio and pool deck was crafted using Carvestone. Our contractors customized the overlay to mimic local flagstone with rich brown and tan patterns.

Light tan accents adorn the pool’s edge, elevated spa and outdoor fireplace on the pool deck. A single light-colored line creates visual separation between patio and poolside, and ties in beautifully with the home’s natural stone columns.

The strength and durability of this modified concrete overlay extends to the outdoor kitchen and grill area. Carvestone offered the pressure resistance needed to comfortably install all the premium stainless steel appliances.

Houston Hideaway

This two-story Houston home is a magnificent blend of rustic and stately. The homeowners needed a resurfaced pool deck that reflected the natural charm of exposed brick and natural stone, while delivering the premium durability to resist local humidity and moisture.

Key Design Considerations

• Humidity concerns. Concrete has different curing properties in high humidity. The clients needed an experienced concrete contractor with the local knowledge to execute a perfect resurfacing project.
• Merging styles. The property walks a delicate line between charming, rustic brick and premium finishes. The new pool deck had to fulfill both halves of this brief.

The Finished Product

Carvestone emulates rugged natural stone to dramatic effect in the refinished pool deck. The custom overlay offers irregular edges and various shades of red, brown and tan to complement the home’s gorgeous brick facades.

Lines and edges were squared off at poolside to better match the rectangular, geometric swimming pool. A low retaining wall was built to separate the pool from the lawn area.

Protecting Your Investment: Our Commitment to Quality and Durability

We believe it’s our responsibility to help maintain, preserve and protect your new concrete pool deck from Day 1 of the design process through years of ownership.

Customers choose Allied Outdoor Solutions for our thoughtful design process and expert custom craftsmanship. They learn to trust our transparent communication and dedicated project management. And they grow to rely on our commitment to ongoing maintenance.

Our Proven Track Record in Texas Concrete Pool Deck Resurfacing

We’ve built decades of success on a proven design-build process that guides homeowners 

through every step of their outdoor renovation.

Thousands of Texas residents chose us for their pool deck resurfacing projects. With a 4.6 star rating across 2,500+ reviews, we’re proud to let their words speak for us.

Dedicated Project Management and Outdoor Living Designers

Each Allied Outdoor Solutions project is managed by a dedicated team that includes a Construction Coordinator and a Construction Supervisor, ensuring clear communication, efficient scheduling, and consistent quality control throughout the entire process.

You’ll work directly with a local outdoor living designer that understands the unique needs of pool deck renovation in your neighborhood. No national hotlines, no out-of-town operators — just a local expert who understands precisely how to design in your community.

These are just 2 of the ways that Allied Outdoor Solutions is proudly Built Different.

Ongoing Maintenance and Warranty Program

Our commitment to your resurfaced pool deck doesn’t end on the project delivery date. It’s just getting started.

Maintenance requests for your concrete pool deck couldn’t be simpler. Visit our Carvestone Coatings maintenance form, and we’ll have a qualified contractor on site on your schedule.

We’re proud to offer a suite of outstanding warranties for concrete pool deck customers. That includes a full year workmanship warranty, plus a 7-year limited Carvestone warranty against chipping and delamination.

Ready to Transform Your Texas Pool Deck?

Dreaming of a stylish, reliable concrete overlay to resurface your faded, cracked pool deck? Are you inspired by our recent pool deck renovations? 

We’d love to make your pool deck our next Texas success story.

Schedule a free, no-hassle consultation with us. Tell us how we can help you fall in love with your pool again. Then, we’ll tell you exactly how to make your dreams a reality.