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To replace the decorative tile border on a concrete pool, the pool will have to be drained. The old tile needs to be taken off and a new tile with waterproof grout or concrete can be installed. The pool should dry for a week or so, before it is refilled.
If their is minimal dirt, try to use just warm water, as this will cause the least damage to the tile. Bleach products and pool cleaner will also work.
White or gray looking substance at tile or water line. Sandpaper like appearance on fittings, light fixtures etc.
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The glazing on tile happens at about 1400-2200 degrees, so only if you can get the pool up to a rather warm temp
You don't need to tile a pool, if you use a good waterproof concrete render and paint it using proper swimming pool paint. (don't use emulsion)
No the pool doesn't "have" to be drained. Are you replacing all the tile or just making a repair? Small repairs can easily be done by lowering the waterline to just below the tile. There are also new methods of cleaning tile to restore it to near it's original look. If you are changing the tile your tile setter will probably drain the water.
Buy a great product called Borderlines adhesive tile borders for swimming pool liners, you can find it at any pool and spa website.
No. The tile resisist a water line stain. While paint does not.