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I have considered building a solid block pool, coating with a material such as 'thoroseal', then either plastering or tiling. It would seem possible as this application works well for foutains and ponds. But I would like to know for sure before laying out the money to proceed.
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How do you plaster a swimming pool?
You drain the water then plaster the walls from inside
What is the repair method for a plaster pool?
Depending on what the plaster surface damage is to the pool, it really is pretty easy to repair the plaster on your pool. You just need a chisel, or a small angle grinder if you are really handy, a hammer, a trowel, some water and a sponge. they sell pool patch kits for all the pool surfaces. look for pool plaster patch kits and you will find an easy to use solution.
Does a dark colored pool plaster hold in the heat better than a white pool plaster?
It makes very little difference
Does a dark-colored pool plaster hold in the heat better than a white pool plaster?
It makes very little difference
Will SoftSwim by Baquacil harm a plaster pool?
No
Can you use pool paint if the plaster is damaged?
Yes,you just need to patch the plaster first.
How do you determine what kind of paint is on your swimming pool?
First you have to determine if is in fact a painted pool. If it is a plaster pool then usually there is no paint unless it was painted because of age and damaged plaster. You most likely do not want to paint a plaster pool - have it acid washed to clean plaster. Not sure how to determine what type paint. You would have to have the paint chips anaylized to determine if it is a chlorinated base paint or epoxy paint. Ken
Can saltwater swimming pool damage the plaster?
No, salt does not damage the plaster. Improper water balance will.
Is it possible to have a new skim coat of plaster applied to a concrete in-ground pool as the plaster surface has wear marks from vacuuming and age?
Yes you can (re-plaster) There should be a company in your area that does the plaster for pools when they are built and also re-plaster as they get older. Your Pool supplier should be able to suggest who may be the most reliable. yes,
Is it possible to have a new skim coat of plaster applied to a concrete in ground pool as the plaster surface has wear marks from vacuuming and age?
Yes you can (re-plaster) There should be a company in your area that does the plaster for pools when they are built and also re-plaster as they get older. Your Pool supplier should be able to suggest who may be the most reliable. yes,
Is there a reason that after Hurricane Ike and the removal of the debris from the pool plaster has now become pitted and stained?
Drain, pressure wash, and acid Wash the pool. If the plaster is old, it should be resurfaced. Resurfacing the pool will give you a new warranty and a longer life on your pool.
Can swim pool pH 8.0 damage plaster cement?
No
