We have concrete tiles around our pool. They are old, super rough and abrasive and get extremely hot. It’s not nice to lean on the edge of the pool and my kids fingers are getting abrasions when holding on to the edge. I’m wondering if anyone could suggest a concrete paint that is both slip resistant (due to being next to pool) and won’t get as hot. I know to go for lighter colours.
I did a search and found this https://www.wallmasterpaints.com.au/products/copy-of-energy-star-cool-pave-low-sheen#:~:text=Energy%20Star®%20coatings%20are,reduce%20absorbed%20heat%20in%20concrete. but wasn’t sure if paints like this made the surface cooler to touch or just the general area around it.
I had a bit of a look at the Dulux products too but it’s hard to tell what the result will be like.
Apologies for the niche question but perhaps someone has gone through similar and have some suggestions.
I used the Dulux products recently and the finished job looks good. We went with a dark colour as the patio is undercover.
I used a cheap roller from Bunnings (about $14 with the pole) and it help give a slightly textured finish which is great for slip resistance. The previous job had probably been sprayed on and was very smooth. It was dangerous in the wet.
The Dulux videos suggest that it will need redoing every 2-3 years.
About 80 sqm and the paint and equipment cost around $700.
Our actual pool is pebblecrete so it doesn't have the issues you mention.