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Can you use a wire brush on a pebble tec pool?
Yes
What is the best type of vacuum to use on a pebble tec pool?
The Great White pool cleaner
Has anyone ever heard of pebble tec surface falling off due to improper chemicals?
No. Pebble Tec is usually damaged at rolls in the surface such as at a step or on the bond beam. Never heard of chemicals causing cracks.
If you had the faux rocks around your pool re-colored and the chemicals used to color the rock fell in the pool water and turned your Tahoe blue pebble-tec to brown how do you clean it?
Drain and acid wash
Do you recoat a pebble tec pool?
Yes, re-coating a Pebble Tec pool is necessary over time to maintain its appearance and durability. The surface may wear down due to exposure to chemicals, UV light, and general use. Typically, re-coating is recommended every 5 to 10 years, depending on the pool's condition and maintenance. It’s important to consult with a professional for the best approach and materials for your specific pool.
I have a pebble tec pool and the people living here before we bought it didnt take care of it and theres white crap all over the pool and my guess its calcium any ideas how to get it off myself?
If it is under water, it is most likely a build up of alkalinity. An acid wash will be necessary to remove it. Pebble Tec does not recommend an acid wash because there is the potential for loosening the pebbles. But there is no other alternative except replacing the Pebble Tec. Shop around for a person that is experienced with acid washing Pebble Tec. Maybe ask your friends or a pool store for recommendations. If tech is careful, your pool should be fine. If you have a white line around the top of the water (either on tile or the Pebble Tec itself), that will be a calcium buildup. Pebble Tec recommends professional cleaning with magneseium sulfate (brand name MaxxStrip). They do not endorse using glass beads.
Which is better gem coat or pebble tec?
It's all in the application... Pebble Technology trains and certifies applicators, and no other pool finish does that on a nationwide basis.
What would cause four-year-old Pebble tec to lose all its pebbles and is there anything chemically that would do this or is it just a bad installation?
The loss of pebbles in a four-year-old Pebble Tec surface could be due to poor installation techniques, such as inadequate bonding or preparation of the substrate. While there are no specific chemicals that would cause this, improper water chemistry or harsh cleaning agents could contribute to the degradation of the surface over time. It is advisable to consult with a professional pool technician to assess the situation and recommend appropriate solutions.
What compares to pebbletec technologies?
Pebble Technology, Inc. is the original pebble pool interior finish, started in the US over 20 years ago. There are over a dozen knock-offs on the market today, but none with the quality control, ongoing training, or level of experience as a Pebble Tec(r) applicator. There are approximately 55 companies licensed to install Pebble Tec/Pebble Sheen/Pebble Fina across the country.
Can you add powder chlorine to a pebble tec pool?
Yes, you can add powder chlorine to a Pebble Tec pool. However, it's important to dissolve the powder in water first before adding it to the pool to prevent any potential damage to the surface. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for dosage and application. Additionally, be sure to test and balance your pool water afterward to maintain optimal water chemistry.
Has anyone ever used mosaic tiles on the sides or steps of a pool with a Pebble Sheen finish?
Of ourse you can. Pebble Tec offers a new line of glass tiles just for such an application.
How do you repair cracks in the pebble tec around the pool and hot tub?
First of all have you found the cause? Pebble tec cracks because either it doesn't get a good bond to the shotcrete or the shotcrete is cracking underneath the pebble. Cracks found in pebble tec must be patched with pebble patch or caulking. To perform a patch that you care about blending with the existing pebble takes a great deal of experience. Great results are possible but not likely until you have made several patches. Also one of the common issues with pebble tec cracking is not so much the material,but rather how much pebble tec is applied to a certain area of the pool/spa. For example, pool steps tend to get more material applied on the transition/curveof the step tread and having too much material can cause a delamination after time. Most rolled bond beams being exposed to the outdoor elements will experience bond failure in time. Most cracks can be repaired by the average homeowner with a little bit of handy skills and pebble patch kit.
