Recent content by nguard58

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    Pool Paint

    The costs are considerably cheaper, if I had hired someone to plaster I was looking at approx 20k (pool is 36k gallons) If I hired someone to paint (Ramuc dealer) I would have been looking at approx $3500.00. I painted it myself, spent approx $500.00 on the paint, however it took me a few weeks...
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    Pool Paint

    I decided to go with the aqualuster based on a good deal I was able to secure (approx $65/gallon)... I bought twenty gallons but was able to do 4 coats with only 8-9 gallons... The aqualuster literature indiates the life expectancy is 4-5 years, a few years greater than the other acrylics I...
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    Pool Paint

    I got a great deal online with Ramuc's Aqualuster. I'm currently in the process of painting and so far so good, I'd be happy if i can get 3-4 yrs... either your paitning, re-plastering or replacing your liner.... I'm OK with painting and around here (North East usa) it's pretty much the...
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    Enery Efficiency

    Is there anything involved with switching a single stage motor for a 2 stage motor that is different from changing a single to a single??
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    Enery Efficiency

    I currently run my current pump approx 12 hours, I'm not sure of the rate I pay for electric....
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    Enery Efficiency

    So, Im looking to see if it would be worthwhile to upgrade my entire pool pump and or the motor to save a few bucks on my electrical bill. I'm looking for anyone who may have done the same and if any significant savings were observed. My current set up is: Hayward S44T Sand Filter with a rated...
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    Waterline Tile

    Anyone know where I can get matching tile?
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    Pool Paint

    I have a 32000 gallon pool, I have $3,000.00....I either open the pool this year and paint it, or keep it closed until i save enough for a plaster job. I have no intentions on getting a $3000.00 plaster job, THAT would be a band aid...
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    Pool Paint

    I haven't read too many good thing about rubber paint, but I"ll have to revisit... We live in Rhode Island...
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    Pool Paint

    Hello all, this is my first post here, so please forgive me if this topic has already been discussed, I did my best to search but have not been able to find anything. I have 30 yr old gunite pool in dire need of resurfacing. My wife and I bought the house two years as a foreclosure and the...