Pool Deck Coating vs. Pavers vs. Resurfacing: Which Is Right for Your DFW Home?
If your concrete is structurally sound, a coating is usually the fastest and most affordable upgrade — LNM’s pool deck system starts at $4.99/sq ft. Resurfacing fits decks with heavy spalling or uneven surfaces. Pavers cost the most and take the longest, but make sense if you’re redesigning the whole backyard.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Coating | Resurfacing | Pavers | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Sound concrete, new look | Spalled or uneven concrete | Full backyard redesign |
| Relative cost | Lowest | Mid | Highest |
| Typical install | 1–3 days | Several days | Days to weeks |
| Demolition | None | None | Usually yes |
| Upkeep | Rinse and mild cleaner | Periodic resealing | Weeds, sand, shifting |
LNM pool deck coatings start at $4.99/sq ft with a $1,299 project minimum. Resurfacing and paver costs vary widely by contractor and material.
When a Coating Is the Right Call
A coating bonds to your existing slab, so there’s no demolition and no hauling. It works when the concrete is structurally sound — minor cracks and surface wear are fine; they’re filled during prep. You get a new color, better traction, and an easy-to-clean surface, usually in a few days.
When Resurfacing Makes More Sense
If the surface is badly spalled, flaking, or pitted, a coating alone won’t level it out. A cementitious overlay rebuilds the surface first. It costs more than a coating and needs more cure time, but it’s cheaper than tearing the deck out.
When Pavers Are Worth It
Pavers are a good fit when you’re changing the deck’s shape, adding square footage, or redesigning the backyard. The trade-offs: higher cost, longer install, and ongoing upkeep — joint sand washes out, weeds grow, and North Texas clay can make individual pavers settle or shift.
Find out if your deck is a coating candidate.
During the free assessment we check for heaving, wide structural cracks, and hollow spots. If the slab is sound, we’ll recommend a coating. If it isn’t, we’ll tell you — there’s no point coating concrete that needs replacing.
Related reading: pool deck coating cost in DFW and coating over cracked concrete.
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