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Old 09-18-2010, 04:14 PM
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Originally Posted by jchase View Post
We will be building in Buttonwood next year and plan to put in a pool. I know that tile would be the most practical flooring. However, we really like the new hardwood that is being offered. Has anyone had experience as to how the hardwood would hold up with possible water drippings from users coming into the house? Do they have a special protective coating?
I have owned a pool for many years and had a wood deck around it. I can tell you for sure the wood does not stand up to the chemicals in the pool. I found that only none slip tiles would work and last. the grout will need to be treated once a year.