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Re: Pool replaster question? "Chipping" out plaster vs. "Sandblasting" out old plast Thank you. I think I prefer to go with the second contractor and the chip out method as I am concerned about what you stated about the new plaster applied over old plaster and potentially failing. I got...

Pool replaster question? "Chipping" out plaster vs. "Sandblasting" out old plaster Last week I got a couple of estimates to replaster my pool. One contractor stated, "You pool is 17 years old and has never been replastered. To maintain the integrity of your original pool shell, we would...

I got a couple of estimates to replaster my pool. One contractor stated, "You pool is 17 years old and has never been replastered. To maintain the integrity of your original pool shell, we would sandblast the old plaster, then apply a bonding agent, then apply a new plaster coat to the bonding...

Thats what I thought! You guys are the greatest! Thank you so much for your help!

Is it possible for tree roots to penetrate my gunite pool shell? Some people say yes...some say no, unless the pool design/install was defective. I come to this forum to hear the truth from the professionals. Thank you.

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I have a new Hayward filter I just bought. It accepts 1.5 inch pipe VS. 2 inch pipe on my current old filter. Am I going to have any problems installing reducer fittings (2 inch to 1.5 inch) on the pump and return lines?

Is this something I can do myself or should I leave it to a professional? I do have experience laying bathroom and kitchen tile. I have located the tile I want to utilize at a local pool tile store and it matches the exsisting tile. What kind of mastic (thinset) and grout is required to...

Thank you very much gentleman. I've decided to cancel my pool service when my contract lapses and start utilizing all the info I have learned on this wonderful website. Thanks again!

Hi gang. Heres my dilema. My pool was algaed out. After reading the forums here and gaining much needed info, I bought a test kit that would enable me to test the entire pool water chemistry. While testing, I discovered my CYA level was well over 100. Well above the acceptable level as...