Here are some important factors to consider when replastering or resurfacing your pool.
Gunite pool resurfacing.
Your gunite pool resurfacing options as noted there are a few different resurfacing options for gunite pools.
At neave pools we re well versed in all pool surfaces but there are two that we commonly apply more than others marcite and quartz aggregate.
Some common techniques for repairing gunite pools include the following.
The pool resurfacing process can be hindered by weather however and may take up to 14 days in certain cases.
In florida he says more people have smaller pools and he has easy access to resurfacing materials which reduces his costs.
Low cost many colors.
Attractive textured or smooth option durable color options.
Step 1 draining and cleaning the pool.
Therefore a pool with an internal area of 1 000 feet will cost around 5 000 to resurface.
Here s a brief description of the two.
Gunite concrete pool resurfacing.
Pool resurfacing usually takes about 5 7 days to complete.
Since gunite is porous a layer of pool plaster or other finish then has to be applied on top to act as a water barrier.
Next you should thoroughly clean the pool s surface with a wire brush.
Most people that purchase gunite or concrete pools never take into consideration at the point of sale that the pool will require resurfacing every 4 6 years and to set aside 5 000 7 500 for the resurfacing job that will definitely be needed.
Most companies bring in a crew of workers with jackhammers.
Replastering is highly effective for poos problems such as rough pool surfaces flaking plaster and surface cracks.
When resurfacing you must first drain the pool.
Gunite pools cost about 6 500 to resurface.
How is the old pool surface plaster removed.
Our pool had cracks and water was leaking into the ground behind the gunite plaster.
If you have plaster on gunite you will have to use a chisel pick or jackhammer to remove the plaster from the gunite shell.
If pool plaster isn t applied properly water can seep through even microscopic capillaries causing damage.
Types of pool finishes.
Maroney says the typical resurfacing job costs 4 500 to 5 000 but the same job could cost three times as much in northern states.
Can be a diy project for those with experience.
Gunite pool repair methods.
The types of finishes available for concrete pools include.
Now it s something i can proudly show to our friends and family.
Gunite swimming pools are constructed by spraying a mixture of sand water and cement onto a rebar frame.
How you go about repairing your gunite pool will depend on what problem you have.
They use the jackhammers to break up the gunite and plaster on the side of your pool.