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Timber pool decking

10 months ago

what type of timber is used for the pool decking please?

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PRO
Maytree Studios
10 months ago
Hi Nicole - we didn't specify the timber on this job. But if you are in Australia, we would recommend an Australian hardwood -spotted gum, tallowwood or similar.
Nicole Kardas
Original Author
10 months ago
Thank you for your reply. Yes, I'm from Melbourne. I'm building a pool and would like to put timber on one side where I'm putting some lounge chairs but wasn't sure on the maintenance and whether timber becomes slipper when wet... I see timber used in a lot of pool settings, just curious...
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Maytree Studios
10 months ago
Timber is great in a pool setting. You really need to pay attention to the treatment of it as it is obviously going to take a beating - both from the sun and the pool water itself. Get the highest quality timber you can afford and the thicker the timber the better. We recommend pre-drilled and screwed rather than nailed for longevity and to avoid cupping of the timber. Regarding slipperiness, timber is great - it won't get slippery. The faux timber (resin based timber look alike) will so be careful of that. Good luck!
Nicole Kardas
Original Author
10 months ago
Thank you so much for the tip!! :-)

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