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This can be done anytime, but it is easiest when the liner is being replaced. Lower the water level sufficiently to make the shallow end dry. Sand the gelcoat about halfway down to the fiberglass (about 1/32") using an orbital random sander with a 24grit sanding pad or paper. Don't worry about harming the fiberglass. Use a mouse sander or a Dremel in tight spots like the joining of the riser and step. Wash the steps clean with water and let dry overnight. Wash the steps with solvent, then apply one coating of swimming pool (not marine) gelcoat. When gelcoat is dry with no tackiness, roll-on a second coating. Let cure for 3 full days before covering with water. Enjoy your pool.
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∙ 13y agoIn order to pain the steps of the pool you must drain the pool first.
Then select your paint and paint it.
Then after the paint is dry, refill the pool, and your set.
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Is fiberglass steps better than concrete steps for an in ground pool?
No, because fiberglass can make you slip unlike concrete steps
Fiberglass steps pulling away from pool how do you fix?
There are kits available for fixing fiberglass steps that are pulling away from the pool. You will need to drain the water below the area where you will be working.
What kind of paint should you use on fiberglass pool stairs?
They have special paint just for pools, one that will hold up under the water. For pool steps use a non skid pool paint, or if you can not find any non skid you can add some silica sand to the paint container. Any Paint supply store should have it and some homecenters.
Can you use enamel latex paint on fiberglass pool steps?
Latex-based paints are not likely to stick to fiberglas particularly well. You'll most likely have better results from an oil-based paint.
Can you color a fiberglass pool after installation?
Hmmm, probably not unless you resort to the lowly paint job. Not recommended.
What would cause and how would you repair a fiberglass pool age unknown with rough texture on the steps and the feeling of fiberglass fibers in your skin after swimming?
We were getting fiberglass in our skin, so we had the pool resurfaced. They blasted away the old fiberglass an put a new coat in. It is supposed to last 12-15 years. Get the pool resurfaced. Find a company that REALLY KNOWS the business of resurfacing fiberglass.
What materials are pool steps made out of and how do I clean them?
Pool steps can be made of concrete or fiberglass, depending on the construction and size of your pool. Contact a local pool service about the steps. If your pool is properly maintained, there should be no reason to clean the steps. There should be no algae or anything else accumulating on any surface, so do get some professional advice..
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How can you replace or repair plastic steps for an in-ground pool?
Do not allow fiberglass to be used as a repair for plastic steps, regardless of the type plastic (rovel, weatherpro, loran, centrex) all are ABS plastic and fiberglass cannot form a permanent bond with ABS. Only Methyl Methacrylate Adhesives will bond ABS properly.Yes. I take it this in a inground vinyl pool.. With the pool drained most anyone good with fiberglass repaires can refinish.. Order new steps from your local pool supplier or from the web. Examples:http://www.intheswim.com/Pool-Steps-Ladders-and-Fences/Steps-and-Ladders-I-G/Replacement-Ladders-and-Accessories-for-In-Ground-Pools/&referrer=Froogle?GCID=C14163X018&nosweep=1http://www.poolsupplies.com/Product_PAGES/NewPages/Ladders.html
Do you have to sandblast paint off a gunite pool in order to repaint?
Yes. Plaster will not stick to paint. You must sandblast off all the old paint plus any loose plaster under the paint. Surface preperation is the key to any good paint or plaster job. Bill Soukup President Commercial Pool & Spa Supplies Inc.
Is a fiberglass pool better than a gunite pool?
Yes, fiberglass pools have a smooth finish. Where a concrete pool was a pourus and rougher finish that gives alge something to grab on to. Also staining it. A low calcium level can pit a concrete pool, not a fiberglass, plus a fiberglass pool is more flexible,so ground movement wont crack it. In the long run the extra money you pay for fiberglass is worth it.
To fill the inside of pool steps should you use sand or water?
Sand
