interior resurfacing
Above ground swimming pools can last for up to 20 years, and in ground swimming pools can last for up to 30, but at some point, every pool will need to have its interior resurfaced. The reasons that a pool’s interior may deteriorate, even when you keep the pool well maintained, range from algae to pool chemicals and from ground water to erosion of the area around and below to pool. Pools in temperate climates, where the pool is only being used and maintained for a few months out of the year are especially vulnerable to interior surface deterioration. There are a number of different signs that it is time to resurface your pool. One sign is that the pool’s chemicals get out of balance after only a short time, even tough you adjust them regularly. The surface of your pool may look and feel porous, or you might notice it chipping or flaking. Stains from rust or algae might also become more noticeable. Rust is especially a warning sign, because it indicates deterioration of the metal beams that support your pool. |
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There are several materials you can use to resurface your pool, but concrete, plaster, and pebble are the most popular choices. Concrete is a good choice because it is durable, inexpensive, and easy to repair. It is easy to fill in cracks in the concrete and then paint over the repaired area so that it looks like new. Because of its durability and ease of maintenance, concrete is the surface material of choice for public swimming pools and school swimming pools. Another reason that concrete pools are an attractive option for home pool owners is that you can dramatically change your pool’s look just by repainting the concrete, which costs much less than some other pool renovations.
Plaster, also known as marcite, is another inexpensive, durable option. Classic white plaster costs even less than concrete, and you can paint it any way you choose. Like concrete, plaster is easy to repair when it cracks. Some plaster surfaces contain quartz, which reflects light to give your pool a sparkly appearance. Quartz plaster is also stronger and more stain resistant than classic plaster. Quartz plaster surface material is available in several colors, and a quartz plaster surface usually lasts ten years if properly maintained.
Pebble pool surfaces are made of small pebbles held together with plaster. These surfaces are popular because of their durability and because they do not stain easily, to say nothing of their impressive appearance. They can give your pool the appearance of a natural lake or stream, and you can choose from a variety of color combinations. One disadvantage of a pebble surface is that, because they are made of real natural pebbles, they are not particularly smooth, so some swimmers might find it uncomfortable to walk on them, and they may cause wear and tear on bathing suits. When it is time to resurface your pool, Elkhart Pools is here to help you at every step of the way. We will help you choose and install an attractive, durable surface for your pool.
Plaster, also known as marcite, is another inexpensive, durable option. Classic white plaster costs even less than concrete, and you can paint it any way you choose. Like concrete, plaster is easy to repair when it cracks. Some plaster surfaces contain quartz, which reflects light to give your pool a sparkly appearance. Quartz plaster is also stronger and more stain resistant than classic plaster. Quartz plaster surface material is available in several colors, and a quartz plaster surface usually lasts ten years if properly maintained.
Pebble pool surfaces are made of small pebbles held together with plaster. These surfaces are popular because of their durability and because they do not stain easily, to say nothing of their impressive appearance. They can give your pool the appearance of a natural lake or stream, and you can choose from a variety of color combinations. One disadvantage of a pebble surface is that, because they are made of real natural pebbles, they are not particularly smooth, so some swimmers might find it uncomfortable to walk on them, and they may cause wear and tear on bathing suits. When it is time to resurface your pool, Elkhart Pools is here to help you at every step of the way. We will help you choose and install an attractive, durable surface for your pool.