When & Why You Need Pool Step Replacement

So what’s next on your list of things to do for your swimming pool? We’re willing to bet that ‘pool step replacement’ isn’t it - or that it isn’t even on your list.

You might not think about them very often, or at all, but your pool steps play a critical role in the enjoyment you get from your pool. Imagine trying to get in or out of the pool without them. For many people, it would be difficult or impossible to do so safely.

So, it’s just as important to practice maintenance and replacement for your pool steps as it is for any other part of your pool or its equipment.

3 Signs That You Might Need Pool Step Replacement

Damage

Like the rest of your pool, the steps are constantly exposed to water, foot traffic, chemicals, and weather conditions. Cracks, creases, chips, or breaks along the steps can create a safety hazard as well as become a serious repair issue.

Slippery Steps

Whether your pool steps are made from concrete, fibreglass, or vinyl, they all suffer wear and tear over time. That can reduce the important traction they offer swimmers as they enter and exit the pool. Eventually, this can become a significant safety issue as slippery steps increase the risk of falls and injuries.

Fading & Discoloration

Again, your entire pool can suffer the ravages of pool chemicals, sunshine and wear and tear. However, your pool steps face more foot traffic than other parts of your pool, and they are closer to the surface of the water, which can increase sun damage. The result can be faster fading and discoloration than the rest of the pool. In addition to being an eyesore, that can also be a sign or cause of premature wear that could affect the safety of your family and guests.

3 Benefits of Pool Step Replacement

Safety

Of course, safety must be number one on any list of things to do with your pool. Enhanced grip, wider steps, and steps or ladders at more points around your pool can all increase safety and the enjoyment you get.

Looks Great

You may not notice it because it happens over time, but worn or damaged pool steps can affect the overall appearance of your pool. The good news is, that a pool step replacement can improve the overall appearance of your pool.

Make It a Pool Upgrade

Pool step options are constantly improving. If yours is an older pool, or you only use ladders, new pool steps can be a major upgrade in its functionality and style.

One example is combining new pool steps with a tanning ledge. Also known as sun shelves, wet decks, and Baja benches, they are a large shallow section in your pool and are one of the most popular features of new pools. They offer a place to sit while still in the pool, play with babies and toddlers in very shallow water, and/or relax on a chaise lounge in the pool.

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