Recent content by jgmc998

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    Stabilizer getting into pool through return jets

    Thanks for the response. Would this indicate it is time to change the sand or perhaps "stir it up"? I am beginning to think it may be time to tear it down and fully inspect. BTW, I brushed the pool about 4 times to disperse the granuales, only to have them reappear each time (in smaller amounts)...
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    Pool resurfacing question

    All, Just wanted to let you know that I did go forward and get the Aquabright finish. 1 month in. So far so good and we love it. Time will tell however. PH/Alkalinity have been stable so far. I don't have any hard figures, but it seems I am going through less chemicals, including chlorine/shock...
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    Stabilizer getting into pool through return jets

    Hello all, I am trying to figure out how stabilizer granules that I fed into the skimmers are ending up in the pool through the returns. Somehow it seems to be bypassing the sand filter. I followed directions and added it slowly. Any ideas? I have a Hayward sand filter, the water has been very...
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    Pool resurfacing question

    swimcmp, just wondering if you have installed any more of the Aqua Bright finishes and what you think of it.
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    Pool resurfacing question

    I will if I decide to go that route. I would like to hear from someone who has it first though. They offer a 10 year warranty, prorated after 5 years, whereas Pebble Tec only goes up to 5 years. They (Ecofinish), also say it is more forgiving to chemical imbalance as Swimcmp mentions. Check...
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    New to TFP

    Hello. I'm Jim from the St Louis area. I'm also a newbie to pool ownership. Bought a house with a 40 x 20 inground pool a year ago, and I am still learning. I actually posted a question on pool resurfacing today. Looking forward to learning as much as i can.
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    Pool resurfacing question

    This is my first post and I am looking for some opinions. I have a gunite inground pool that needs to be resurfaced. It currently has a marcite finish, but needs to be replaced. I have a quote for Pebble Tec, but then I found a product called Aqua Bright by EcoFinish. My question is, is anyone...