When considering a pool to deck conversion, homeowners often wonder: how can a deck safely span over an empty pool shell? The answer lies in the Freedom Deck, a specially designed deck and frame structure that hangs from the top inside of a swimming pool. The system is installed in three key steps: a proprietary bracket system is mounted along the pool's interior rim, a secure wood frame is attached to these brackets, and finally, composite decking boards are laid on top to create a safe, flat, and fully reversible surface.
Some contractors attempt makeshift solutions when covering a pool, using temporary supports or partial fill-ins before building a deck over swimming pool. These methods can lead to:
Freedom Decks engineered a system specifically designed for this challenge, avoiding the pitfalls of improvised methods.
A Freedom Deck is supported by a network of adjustable, corrosion-resistant steel brackets designed to hang from the upper interior walls of the pool shell. A custom wood frame is then securely mounted onto these brackets, forming the structural foundation for the decking surface, the core of a pool that turns into patio. Key features include:
| Feature | DIY Deck Over Pool | Freedom Deck Bracket System |
|---|---|---|
| Engineered for Safety | No | Yes |
| Reversible | Often No | Yes |
| Weight Distribution | Inconsistent | Even and secure |
| Material Longevity | Untreated wood prone to rot | Treated wood + composite |
| Warranty | None or limited | Backed by Freedom Decks |
Yes. The bracket and wood frame system is engineered to support normal residential loads, including furniture, grills, and small gatherings.
No. This is a temporary deck over swimming pool — the structure is fully removable, allowing you to restore the pool later without major reconstruction.
With minimal maintenance, the combination of coated steel brackets, treated wood framing, and composite decking can last over 10 years, even in harsh climates.
Only minimal anchoring is used, avoiding plumbing and preserving the pool shell’s integrity.
Freedom Decks’ proprietary hanging bracket and wood frame system sets the standard for safe, strong, and reversible removable deck over pool solutions. Homeowners gain immediate, functional outdoor space without sacrificing the option to return to a swimming pool in the future.
Learn more about building a deck over a swimming pool with this patented technology at Freedom Decks.