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    fiberglass pool crack

    So sorry to hear you're having this issue. We've installed well over 1,000 fiberglass pools, many of which in expansive soils and have never had a pool fail resulting from shrink/swell soil conditions. Based on where the pool failed, it sounds like the it was not properly supported by the...
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    where do I begin? Fiberglass, vinyl, gunite etc...

    Check out this article, it may help. It's a non-biased look at the advantages and disadvantages of vinyl, concrete, and fiberglass. http://www.riverpoolsandspas.com/blog/b ... Comparison. hope it helps!
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    So Cal Fiberglass Pool Installer - Recommendations?

    Ok, found a fiberglass pool dealer in southern cali that comes highly recommended: Palo Cedro Pool and Spa http://www.palocedropoolandspa.com/index.html 530-547-4051 530-351-5950 good luck! They carry Leisure Pools which we also carry and highly recommend.
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    Waterline tile on my new fiberglass pool

    Edie, The white plastic strip is called a plumb strip and serves dual purposes as a water stop and as a means to keep the cantilevered forms straight when installed. We installed it on our first 300 pools or so but eliminated it on our last 300. If I were in your shoes I would not add...
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    So Cal Fiberglass Pool Installer - Recommendations?

    Hi All, This is good stuff. There have been some concerns addressed on this thread about fiberglass pools that are legitimate but might benefit from some clarification. 1. Aesthetics: There is no question that fiberglass pools can look cheap, but frankly there's no excuse for them to with...
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    Fiberglass Pool Guy

    Ahaaah....the truth comes out! Seems like you've come to the right place Jim, this forum is awesome. We'll get together soon. Take Care, Jason
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    Fiberglass Pool Guy

    Edie, You renegade! Way to go fiberglass bud, you know what you wanted and got it. Trilogy makes a superb product, you'll love it. I can relate to the 'funny look' everyone's giving you because we were the first to fully embrace fiberglass pools in central Virginia about 10 years ago and we...
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    Waterline tile on my new fiberglass pool

    We frequently use 6x6 tile on our fiberglass pools and they work great. Below is link to one of our kidney shaped pools with 6x6 tile. The white strip under the coping will make things difficult for you though, plus the fact that the top of the tile will be revealed after it is adhered to the...
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    Fiberglass Pool Guy

    Hi, My name is Jason and I'm a co-owner of River Pools and Spas in Virginia. I came across this forum and man it rocks! My focus is inground fiberglass pools and I hope to be able to contribute in that area, but more than anything I hope to learn from all of you. Thanks TFP for the...