What Experts Think of the Pool Painting Trend

22.07.2024 - 16:13 / bhg.com

Ed Gohlich

When most people think of swimming pool maintenance, they think of sustaining the water quality. But if you’ve noticed chipped paint flaking off or stains on the floor or walls of your pool, then you might be looking at an upcoming paint project. 

“Painting your pool is a relatively inexpensive way to change the look and refresh the pool surface,” says Coleman Cosby, Yardzen’s in-house construction expert. “It is also one of the only realistic DIY options when it comes to your pool."

But painting your pool isn’t just a maintenance project—it’s also a way to upgrade the whole look and feel of your outdoor space. If you're intrigued by the pool painting trend, here are expert tips you need to know for doing the job correctly.

Paint is a powerful way to transform any room, and homeowners are looking to do the same with their backyards these days. That includes upgrading their pools with pops of color that make a ~big splash~ in terms of overall aesthetic. 

Cosby says Yardzen clients are keeping it pretty neutral when it comes to their hue choices. They're opting for whites and light tan shades for a coastal look and earthy blues and greens to complement the surrounding nature. There's even a practicality factor: Homeowners looking to make their pools a bit more heat efficient are gravitating toward dark gray and black paint options to draw in heat and warm their water up. 

“New paint color specifically changes the look and feel of the water itself,” Cosby says. “Blues and greens can feel tropical, tans have more of a beach vibe, and dark colors can range from a sleek resort pool to a secret lagoon feel.”

Painting your pool begins with having the right materials and not skipping the preparation. 

“Paint performs