The Concrete Network, the largest and most comprehensive source for concrete information, has released a free online catalog about decorative concrete pool decks. This catalog is a convenient source of information for homeowners, builders and designers who are considering a concrete pool deck and want to understand the versatility and affordability of decorative concrete.

The catalog features information on patterns, colors, textures, designs and styles possible with decorative concrete. It showcases numerous photos of concrete pool decks offering great ideas for planning a project. The catalog also provides information on popular stamp and stenciling patterns, and exposed aggregate applications.

For those who have an existing pool deck, but want to spruce it up or get rid of the boring, old, gray look, there is an easy option discussed in the catalog: concrete overlays and toppings. Textured and colored overlays can be applied over just about any surface. Some companies offer a spray-applied texture coat that provides the same decorative options, but also offers a slip resistant finish.

For more ideas, visit The Concrete Network's online photo gallery of decorative concrete pool decks.

Established in 1999, The Concrete Network's purpose is to educate consumers, builders, and contractors on popular decorative techniques and applications. These include stamped concrete, stained concrete floors, concrete countertops, polished concrete and much more. In May 2007 The Concrete Network Web site had over 1.1 million visitors researching decorative concrete.

The site excels at connecting buyers with local contractors in their area through its Find-A-Contractor service. The service provides visitors with a list of decorative concrete contractors throughout the U.S. and Canada, and is fully searchable by 23 types of decorative concrete work and 200 regional areas throughout North America.

Attached photos courtesy of Decorative Concrete of the Tri-State.