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Expert: - 3/10/2010


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Bruce,
My in-ground pool's deck is approximately 30+ years. It's looking rough although it's been well cared for. I have considered using a composite deck product over it plus extend the width several feet. Do you see any problems doing this being it's an in-ground pool with a vinyl liner?

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Hi Jerry, I have never personally done a composite deck around a pool but I have done composite decking on top of concrete slabs many times. I don't see any real problems with it other than possibly keeping it clean but even that isn't too difficult with a little outdoor bleach from time to time to keep the mold in check. Stainless screws would be necessary to keep them from rusting.  I hope this information helps, please feel free to write again regarding this or other matters. Sincerely bruce e johnson..bejohnsonconsulting.com

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Bruce E. Johnson

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I can answer any construction related question in regards to carpentry, concrete, drywall, masonry, structural elements of any type of building, residential or commercial. Interior or exterior.

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Custom Commercial and residential buildings. Churches, theaters, schools and auditoriums. Most recently I am working with the Catholic Church on several design build committees. I have a website related to scheduling and project supervision. Although my expertise is more related to multimillion dollar commercial, educational and theatrical projects my generous credentials in residential and remodelling construction make me a viable source of information regarding all forms of building questions.

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