The Deck Coating Systems We Use
Desert Crete and Life Specialty Coatings systems for decks, stairs, balconies, walkways, garage floors and pool decks. Waterproof, slip-resistant, and applied by Crank crews since 1945.
Top-tier systems, applied by people who do this every day
Crank has coated decks, stairs, balconies, walkways, garage floors and pool decks for homes, apartments, condos and commercial buildings since 1945. New structure or existing, the right coating protects it from weather and foot traffic, and it adds curb appeal while it’s at it.
We use top-tier brands, Desert Crete and Life Specialty Coatings, because the results are some of the most durable and long-lasting in the industry. Our crews have years of experience, and all our workmanship is guaranteed.
We don’t build on bad bones.If the wood under the deck is wet or rotted, it gets fixed before any coating goes on.
What a coating system does for your deck
Waterproof protection
Seals the deck or balcony against water and weather, so the structure and the rooms underneath stay dry.
Stands up to traffic
Resilient coatings take daily foot traffic, furniture and sun without wearing through, and they prolong the life of the deck.
Non-slip surface
A textured finish that is safer underfoot and easier to clean and maintain.
Colors and textures
One of the largest selections of color and texture combinations around, so it matches your home.
Decorative finishes
The look of brick, tile or flagstone on a walkable, waterproof surface.
Guaranteed workmanship
Applied by our own crews, efficiently, on time and with care, and we guarantee the work.
The brands we install
Desert Crete
Made by Desert Brand. A deck system that can be color stained, stamped, stenciled or textured with tints and pigments, and an eco-friendly option.
Life Specialty Coatings
A fiber-reinforced cementitious deck system for patios, balconies and stairways. Durable and walkable, with a clear topcoat or a decorative finish.
Our work
Recent coating jobs
Desert Crete color charts
We pick colors with you at your free evaluation. These are the charts we start from. Tap one to see it larger.
Picking the right system and finish
Our estimators have years of technical experience. They look at your house or building, talk through how you use the space, and help you pick a system, color and finish that match your home. Then our crew applies it efficiently and carefully.
How a job works
We look first
We inspect the roof, deck or balcony, and open it up where we need to see what’s underneath.
We show you
You get photos of what we found and a plain explanation of what’s wrong and why.
Free written estimate
What the job needs, what it costs, and what’s optional. You decide from there.
Done by the book
One manufacturer’s system from start to finish, and we stand behind the work.
Want the details? See our deck process, step by step, or meet the crew.
Deck coating questions
Which coating system is right for my deck?
It depends on the surface (wood or concrete), how much traffic it takes, whether there’s living space underneath, and the look you want. We look at it in person at a free evaluation and recommend the system that fits.
Can a coating make my deck look like tile or stone?
Yes. Decorative finishes can give the look of brick, tile or flagstone, using stains, stamps, stencils and textures.
Is the finish slippery when it gets wet?
No. The surface is non-slip by design, which is why it works on stairs, walkways and pool decks.
Do you coat garage floors and pool decks too?
Yes. Decks, stairs, balconies, walkways, garage floors and pool decks, on homes, apartments, condos and commercial buildings.
Do you guarantee the work?
Yes. All our workmanship is guaranteed, and our deck repairs carry a 10-year warranty.
FREE ESTIMATE
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