Choosing the right pool deck can completely transform your outdoor space, creating a safe, comfortable, and elegant environment.
With so many options available, such as:
- Natural wood;
- Ceramic;
- And composite.
It’s essential to understand the characteristics of each material and choose the one that best suits your needs.
How to choose a pool deck?
A pool deck should combine three fundamental qualities:
- Durability.
- Safety. It should be non-slip and comfortable to walk on.
- Attractive design. That enhances your outdoor space.
Additionally, it is important that it is functional and easy to maintain.
Wooden Deck
Classic Beauty.
Natural wood captivates with its unique patterns and timeless charm, making any outdoor space more welcoming.
Points to consider:
- It requires regular maintenance, which can include sanding, painting, varnishing, or sealing.
- If not properly maintained, it may develop cracks, warping, rotting, and even damage caused by insects.
Ceramic Deck
Durability and versatility.
Ceramic is renowned for its high resistance to abrasion and dimensional stability. It is available in a wide variety of colours and patterns, including finishes that mimic natural wood.
Points to Consider:
- It is susceptible to cracking or breaking, especially if the base is not properly levelled or in situations with significant temperature variations or object impacts;
- It can become slippery when wet, a problem that tends to worsen over time and usage.

Composite Deck
Durability, low maintenance, and elegance.
Composite decks are not all the same, but high-quality ones feature:
- High resistance: To weather elements, UV radiation, fungi, insects, termites, and other biological agents;
- Moisture resistance: Does not rot;
- Comfort: Surface free from knots and splinters, ideal for barefoot walking;
- Low maintenance: Requires no treatments with oils or other products;
- Versatile aesthetics: Available in various colours, textures, and finishes, some mimicking natural wood, like the CDECK WUUDE.
Safety as a priority
While composite decks have many benefits, most are not non-slip — a crucial feature for areas like pools.
CDECK decks stand out by offering maximum safety even when wet, with a C3 anti-slip rating, the highest classification.
Compliance with standards is essential
In Portugal, regulations require that outdoor flooring be non-slip in areas adjacent to pools, workplaces, and public accessibility zones. Choosing a deck that meets these standards ensures not only legal compliance but also greater safety for users.
What is the difference between a wooden pool deck and a composite pool deck?
Natural Wood
- Unique charm and organic patterns that create a welcoming environment;
- Requires intensive maintenance, such as sanding, painting, and regular treatments;
- More vulnerable to fungi, pests, and deformations over time.
Composite Deck
- Similar aesthetics to wood but with greater durability and resistance;
- Low maintenance, eliminating the need for regular treatments;
- High resistance to weather elements, moisture, fungi, and insects, with no risk of rotting, making it ideal for demanding areas like pools.
While natural wood is captivating due to its incomparable beauty, composite decking combines aesthetics, durability, and ease of maintenance, making it the most efficient, practical, and sustainable choice for pools.
CDECK Pool Decking
CDECK is a high-quality solution among composite decks. Manufactured in Portugal, it offers up to 25 years of warranty and is available in two ranges:
- CDECK Original: Available in 6 colours.
- CDECK WUUDE: Features 5 distinct colours with random variations, providing an organic and natural finish.
Both ranges combine aesthetics, resistance, and durability, with the added advantage of being easy to install and maintain, making CDECK the ideal choice for any type of pool.
Advantages of CDECK
- Superior Performance: Provides superior mechanical performance, being more durable than many solid and hollow decks on the market;
- Stability and durability: Offers greater dimensional stability and high abrasion resistance;
- Patented Fixing System: Saves time during installation by using only one screw per board and allowing individual board removal with the Pro Intermediate Clip;
- Customisation: Boards can be manufactured to measure (ranging from 1.8 to 3 metres), perfectly adapting to any project;
- Complete Solution: Features a wide range of profiles and accessories, ensuring solutions for almost any situation.
Disadvantages of CDECK
- The initial cost of CDECK may be higher than other solutions. However, this investment is greatly offset by its superior durability, low maintenance, and long-term benefits.
