How to Choose Stone Tiles for Your Pool Area

Summers in Arizona can be brutally hot, and most people deal with the heat by taking a swim in their pool. As the hottest time of the year approaches, homeowners all over the Valley of the Sun are having backyard pools either installed for the first time, or renovated to be just like new.

One of the most important parts of this project is deciding what the area surrounding your pool will be paved with. Stone is great option for many reasons, but the decision making does not stop there.

The first thing you need to do when choosing stone tiles for your pool area is to establish a budget for your project. The last thing you want is to fall in love with a product you cannot afford. Fortunately, thanks to the development of less expensive products made to look high end, you can achieve almost any kind of look you want for your pool area without breaking the bank.

After you decide how much money you want to spend on your pool area stone, narrow down your options by finding a style that you like. Do you want a sleek, sophisticated look? Or does a more family-friendly natural design appeal to you? This area will most likely get a lot of traffic and attention from guests, so make sure you really love what you choose, and do not settle with a style you are not happy with!

Both stone slabs and pavers have gained popularity over the past few years for pool areas. Stone slabs tend to be more fluid throughout the space that they are laid on, and many absorb excessive heat, which is great for the Arizona summer. Pavers, on the other hand, come in a vast variety of shapes, colors and sizes. Since they are smaller than stone slabs, they are able to move better with the ground, which diminishes the chances of cracking over the years.

While less popular these days than stone slabs and pavers, brick still remains an option for many homeowners. If brick is prominent throughout the home, or adds to an already natural or charming look to your backyard, brick might just be the way to go. There are types of brick that are smoother than others, thus better for walking around on.

There are a few other things to keep in mind when choosing your stone pool surroundings. Make sure the product that you choose is one of good quality. Stay within your budget, but choosing a cheap stone will result in replacing it sooner than you might want to, which could cost you more money. Also, make sure what you’re getting is slip resistant. Since these stones will be right by the pool, chances are they’ll be wet most of the time people are walking on them. The last thing you want is a fall during some fun!

Come on in to Arizona Stone today to find the right stone for your pool area, we can’t wait to help!