Balcony — Family-owned, 4.9★ rated, 15-year warranty
Pool season in Buford runs long—from late spring through early fall, and honestly, a wet deck surrounded by real grass is nobody's idea of fun. We get it. Between the Mall of Georgia traffic, the humidity that rolls off Lake Lanier, and the clay soil that dominates this part of Gwinnett County, keeping a lush lawn around your pool is basically a losing battle. That's where artificial turf comes in. Instead of fighting the mud, the algae, and the constant upkeep, you get a clean, dry, safe deck that actually works year-round. No more brown patches from chlorine splash. No more slippery wet grass sending someone to the ER. No more spending your weekends nursing a lawn that frankly hates this climate anyway. Whether you're in the Lake Lanier south shore neighborhoods or closer to the Mall of Georgia area, pool turf transforms your backyard from a maintenance nightmare into a space you actually want to use. We've installed synthetic decking around pools all over Gwinnett, and we've learned exactly what works and what doesn't in Buford's specific climate and soil conditions. The result is a pool area that's safer, cleaner, and way more enjoyable for your family.
Buford's clay-heavy soil (typical for Gwinnett and the areas near Lake Lanier) creates some real challenges for natural grass around pools. Drainage is poor, which means water pools and sits—perfect breeding ground for mold and algae. That clay also gets slippery when wet, which becomes a liability issue fast when kids are running around a deck. Sun exposure varies depending on where you are; homes on the Lake Lanier south shore might have afternoon shade that natural grass actually struggles with, while properties closer to the Mall of Georgia corridor tend to catch full afternoon heat. Artificial turf sidesteps all of this. It drains instantly, stays firm even when soaked, and doesn't brown out from chlorine exposure the way natural grass does within weeks. We size pool decks specifically for Buford properties—whether that's a modest suburban backyard or a larger estate lot. Many HOAs in Gwinnett have landscape guidelines, so we work within those parameters. The synthetic materials we use are UV-stabilized to handle Georgia's intense summer sun without fading or breaking down. Installation around existing pool infrastructure is straightforward; we work around equipment pads, deck transitions, and any hardscaping you've got in place.
Absolutely. That's actually the whole point. Real grass dies within weeks of regular chlorine exposure—it's one of the most common complaints we hear from Buford pool owners. Synthetic turf is chlorine-resistant by design. The fibers don't absorb chemicals the way natural grass does, so splashes and regular contact won't degrade it. You just rinse it occasionally with fresh water if you want to keep it pristine.
Yes, it's safer than natural grass in a lot of ways. The surface is firm and slip-resistant even when soaking wet—a big deal on Buford pool decks where that clay soil gets slick. We use materials that don't off-gas or contain harmful chemicals. Kids can run, play, and fall without the scrapes they'd get on concrete, and pets won't leave muddy paw prints all over the house when they come inside.
Clay drainage is actually where synthetic turf shines. We install proper base preparation underneath—crushed stone and perforated layers—so water drains immediately instead of pooling like it would in natural grass. Around your pool, that means no standing water, no mold or algae problems, and no gross muddy patches. It's especially important on properties near Lake Lanier where moisture is already high.
Depends on the size, but most Buford pool decks take two to four days from start to finish. We handle site prep, base installation, turf layout, seaming, and cleanup. Since we're about 40 minutes south in our service area, we schedule efficiently and minimize disruption to your family. Once it's done, you're using it immediately.
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