Our homeowner’s guide to replastering a pool will have you feeling prepared every step of the way.
What Does Pool Plaster Do?
It is an important component in the majority of in-ground pools.
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It also creates a protective barrier between harsh pool chemicals and the concrete foundation of the pool.
In addition to leaking and cracking, you might notice the plaster that’s failing has a rough texture.
This will create a rougher surface for the new plaster to bond to.
It usually takes anywhere from 8 to 10 hours for the bonding agent to dry.
Apply the Plaster
Once the bond coat dries, plaster will be applied with a hand trowel.
Depending on plaster recommendations, this could be applied in either one heavy coat or two coats.
This is because the plaster will do its curing underwater.
Perform Maintenance Tasks
Once the pool has been refilled, the homeowner has quite a few responsibilities.
As the pool cures, it will affect the pH of the pool.
You must be vigilant about the pH and chemical balances within the pool to avoid scale.
However, if you want aspecialty coloror texture, this could increase the cost substantially.
Resurfacing a pool is when you apply a new surface directly on top of the old existing surface.
Replastering involves removing the old existing layer of plaster and then applying new plaster.
