West Palm Beach Pool Replastering

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The first step of the swimming pool resurfacing process is draining the pool. We will send an employee to prepare the site and drain your swimming pool and/or spa.
Material costs for tiles start at $4/sq.ft. Ceramics cost between $4 and $50 per square foot. Stone and glass tiles can cost up to twice that amount. Add to this the cost for installation, and you can see why the total cost can rise into the six-figure range.
Tile is made of porcelain and stone, but can also be made of glass. You can even mix the different types of tile within your pool.

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Now that your swimming pool has been prepped, you are ready for Step 3, where our highly skilled tile and masonry craftsman install your selected pool tile, coping, and other decorative features such as ledger stone. This process can take anywhere from 1 to 3 working days.
For concrete pools, tile is an attractive and durable choice. Tile is also simple to maintain. You can easily replace individual tiles without having to call in professionals. In general, a DIY patch up job will cost around $50 in materials and time.
An experienced professional will chip or sandblast out the old plaster to leave the original concrete shell. A bond coat is applied and then topped off with one to two coats (or more) of new plaster tinted according to your preference.

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While most people will hire professionals to handle the task, others will have to tackle it by themselves. This can be a challenging task but is doable if your have the right tools, know-how and time.

Pool resurfacing should be a priority to maintain your pool's beauty and smooth operation. There are many methods to resurface pools, depending on their surface - plaster, tile or pebble.

Prep Work: Your pool's state will determine the cost of preparation work. Inadequate preparation can lead to problems in the future.

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“Aggregate” is often a misnomer in pool building – it is still considered pool plaster. The proper term is exposed aggregate pool plaster. White, very fine, smooth marble plaster was the norm until the 1980s. Exposed aggregate pool finishes feature colorful sands and pebbles and were introduced to the pool industry in the 1980s. Both types of pool plaster are used today.

What are the benefits? First, fiberglass is more durable than plaster or concrete. Fiberglass is also smoother and absorbs less chemicals. Fiberglass is resistant to algae stains. If done correctly, your pool will last a long time.

Gelcoat is a durable, smooth coating that fiberglass pools are coated with. Gelcoat is durable, but it can be damaged by chemical and UV exposure. Gelcoats that are damaged or cracked can cause chalking, cracking and discoloration as well as blistering.

West Palm Beach Pool Replastering

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When you are calculating your budget, be sure to factor in labor and materials costs. For most jobs, you will need to have a professional do the work. Labor usually costs between $45-60 per hour. An average contractor can resurface your pool in just 1-2 week for about $3,000. You should keep in mind that more intricate pool jobs can take longer and require more labor.

What are the main advantages? First, fiberglass lasts for longer than concrete and plaster. Fiberglass absorbs less chemical and organic material because it is smoother. Fiberglass also resists algae stains. A pool with good looks will last for a long period of time when done correctly.

Resurfacing a pool costs an average of $7,000 per 1000 square feet in the U.S. You will pay between $1,500-$100,000 depending on the area and type of your pool.

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This process requires regular monitoring and service during the first seven days of the curing process. Please contact your pool service professional to see if they are available to perform this very important step.

A pool can be rehabilitated. A new lining could be the answer to an aboveground swimming pool that is looking dull. Resurfacing is an option for a fiberglass or concrete above-ground pool that's looking tired.

Once the water has dried, several procedures must be followed to allow the pool surface to cure evenly.

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The job can be done for as little as $30,000. Cost depends on how much tile you choose and the area that you want to cover. Ceramic tiles are $6 per square feet, while porcelain tiling is $4 per square. Glass tiles cost around $25 per square feet, making them the most expensive.

We will check all lights and tag them with yellow tags that say "do no turn on while you have a pool empty."

There are some products that can be used for DIY replastering. www.sider-crete.com sells a kit that covers 60 feet and costs $130. However, most DIY pool plaster products are intended for small repairs. According to homeadvisor.com's national average, professional replastering will cost around $5 per square foot. For plain plaster, the cost is nearly twice that for polished exposed aggregate plaster.