How do you know that it is in fact a chlorine stain unless you have been using chlorine tabs and the tabs are tossed, spilled or dropped into the pool. Tabs will burn the surface that it touches and often these stains are not removable.
Pebble sheen is the finish on the surface of a pool gunite is the cement that a pool is constructed from in other words you can finish a gunite pool with pebble sheen.
Pebble sheen is usually the most expensive per square ft. is smoother than Pebble tec because the size of the pebble is smaller. Pebble tec is close in price to Pebble sheen is not as smooth as sheen but has better longevity because the larger pebbles stay in tact longer. Ultra poz is less expensive than Pebble is smoother than sheen. warranties depend on the company you choose but here in Phoenix I am seeing similar warranties on all three. A smooth surface is easier to clean but a darker color may not show the dirt like a white surface will. The darker the color the warmer the water.
Pebble Sheen does not stain grout. It is a clear product that leaves a glossy shine. It protects against staining.
Pebble Tec is an exposed aggregate plaster technique. Pebble Sheen has less exopsed aggregate (smother) Pebble Fina is even smother
Of ourse you can. Pebble Tec offers a new line of glass tiles just for such an application.
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.
The cost of Pebble Sheen for a pool typically ranges from $7 to $15 per square foot, depending on factors such as the size of the pool, the complexity of the installation, and the specific contractor. Additional costs may include preparation, resurfacing, and any necessary repairs. It's advisable to get multiple quotes from local pool contractors to get an accurate estimate for your specific project.
Yes. You want to ensure to lightly sand the surface to remove the gloss before applying a low sheen over a high sheen. This ensures to provide a better bond to the substrate. Don't forget to clean the surface well after sanding.
If the stain(s) are just on the surface then a spotting bag is an easy solution. If the stain is coming from the shell of the pool then it's re bar and will have to be cut out and patched the most difficult part being the patch . search the net for someone that specializes in this skilled practice.
Visually oil sheen tends to have a rainbow of colors and the sheen edges tend to be smooth and gracefully curved. Mineral sheen tends to be silver in color with jagged edges and fractures running through the sheen. As oil sheen ages and the oils degrade it becomes more and more difficult to differentiate between oil and mineral sheens because the oils tend to take on the appearance of mineral sheen.
As long as you like just be careful that no ground water gets under it as this will be able to float the pool upwards out of the ground and then it will probably become a jack hammer job
Wheat sheen refers to the glossy or shiny appearance of wheat kernels, often indicating high quality. This sheen is a result of the kernel's surface texture and moisture content, which can influence its baking properties. A good sheen typically suggests that the wheat has been properly harvested and stored, contributing to its overall value in milling and food production.