Case Study: Restoring a Failing Pool Deck in Sarasota, Florida

What do you do when everyone tells you the only solution is to tear everything out?

For Vincent, a complete replacement seemed unavoidable. His pool deck's resin-bound stone system had failed just a few years after installation, and several contractors recommended removing the entire surface—including sections of the pool tile and screen enclosure. The cost of that approach was significant.

The Challenge: A Failing Resin-Bound Stone System

The original resin-bound stone surface, installed in 2020, did not contain enough resin to properly bind the aggregate together. As a result, the surface began breaking down, becoming difficult to clean, and developing permanent staining within the first year.

The project became even more complex because the surrounding pool tile and screen enclosure had been installed to match the height of the existing deck. Removing the entire surface would have required extensive demolition and reconstruction before a new coating system could even be installed.

The Solution: Save the Surface, Not Replace It

Rather than recommending a costly tear-out, our team engineered a solution to restore the existing deck.

Using our proven remediation process, we stabilized the failing resin-bound stone through specialized filling, grinding, floating, and resurfacing techniques. This allowed us to create a smooth, structurally sound foundation without disturbing the surrounding pool tile or enclosure.

By restoring the existing surface instead of replacing it, Vincent saved more than $15,000 in pre-project preparation costs alone.

The Installation Process

Our team completed the project using the following system:

Day One

• Floated the surface using Tru Moisture Blok with 60/40 sand to stabilize and strengthen the existing deck.

• Completed all necessary patch and surface repairs.

Day Two

• Ground the floated primer smooth to create a uniform surface.

• Applied a NanoX Polyaspartic Pigmented Body Coat.

• Broadcast our Seaglass UV Polymer Flake blend.

• Finished with a NanoX Polyaspartic Clear Top Coat enhanced with our DuraSafe Additive Package for improved durability and slip resistance.

Final System Thickness: Over 125 mils.

Why This Approach Worked

Instead of removing a surface that could be restored, we engineered a solution that preserved the existing structure while creating a premium coating system designed for long-term performance.

The result was a beautiful new pool deck backed by our 20-Year Product Performance and Workmanship Warranty—without the expense of a complete demolition.

The Outcome: Experience Made the Difference

Sometimes the best solution isn't starting over.

It's having the experience to recognize what can be saved and knowing how to restore it the right way. Vincent now has a durable, low-maintenance pool deck that looks brand new while avoiding thousands of dollars in unnecessary replacement costs.