Cover A Pool With A Dance Floor

Building a dance floor on top of your pool is more fun and less expensive than you might think. In this article, you will learn how to use plywood to cover your pool and how to build a simple dance floor based on that platform. You will need to gather tools and materials and prepare your pool before you start building. Once complete, the result will be a dance floor that will be the hit of your next party.

Tools and materials

Plywood (at least 12 sheets of 4x8-foot, 3/4-inch thick exterior grade with a non-skid surface)

2x4 lumber (for framing and joists, approximately 300 linear feet)

3-inch deck screws

6-inch deck screws

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Drill and driver

Level

Measuring tape

Safety glasses

Preparing your pool 1. Remove all furniture, toys, and other objects from the pool and surrounding area. 2. Sweep or vacuum the pool deck to remove any dirt or debris. 3. Check the pool water level and adjust it to the manufacturer's recommended depth. 4. Cover the pool with a tarp or pool cover to protect it from dirt and debris while you work.

Building the platform 1. Cut the 4x8-foot plywood sheets into 4x4-foot squares. Cut the 2x4 lumber into 4-foot lengths. 2. Assemble the frame by screwing the 2x4s together into a rectangular shape. The frame should be slightly larger than the pool (about 6 inches on all sides). 3. Lay the plywood squares on top of the frame, spacing them evenly apart. 4. Secure the plywood squares to the frame with 3-inch deck screws. 5. Check the level of the platform and make any necessary adjustments. 6. Cover the plywood platform with a tarp or pool cover to protect it from the elements while you build the dance floor.

Building the dance floor 1. Cut the 4x8-foot plywood sheets into 4x4-foot squares. Cut the 2x4 lumber into 2-foot lengths. 2. Assemble the joists by screwing the 2x4s together into a grid pattern. The grid should be slightly smaller than the platform (about 2 inches on all sides). 3. Lay the plywood squares on top of the joists, spacing them evenly apart. 4. Secure the plywood squares to the joists with 3-inch deck screws. 5. Check the level of the dance floor and make any necessary adjustments. 6. Cover the dance floor with a tarp or pool cover to protect it from the elements.

Finishing touches 1. Paint or stain the dance floor in a color that you like. 2. Add a layer of outdoor carpet to the dance floor to make it more comfortable to dance on. 3. Decorate the dance floor with lights, balloons, or other party supplies. 4. Enjoy your new dance floor!