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  1. Jbrillo

    Pebble tec at waterline ?

    I would do a search on that here. I know I have seen a thread on here where someone had done that and, after time, the pebble above the water line started to crack. I would use tile at the water line in my opinion.
  2. Jbrillo

    Another Texan joining in

    Here’s my $0.02 of advice: 1. Read as many pool builds threads as you can. There is a lot to learn from them and many are from the H-town metropolitan area. 2. Read the “Pool School” book thoroughly. 3. I think a saltwater generator, variable speed pump, and automation are must haves...
  3. Jbrillo

    How did you decide what kind of pool and what size of pool?

    Down where I live, all I see are gunite pools. Never really thought about vinyl or fiberglass for some reason. Really love what we went with so far. We are enjoying the pool so much. I think you can be happy with any of them, it just depends on what you really want I guess. Good luck in...
  4. Jbrillo

    Moving ... from Newark, DE to Allen, TX - any pointers for a Texas pool owner?

    Welcome to Texas! Your swim season will be much longer here. The downside of that is it’s much hotter here!!!
  5. Jbrillo

    New member - johntniman

    John, I highly recommend reading everything about Pool School to understand the TFP methodology. It’s a gold mine of knowledge that can help you maintain a crystal clear pool. James
  6. Jbrillo

    Newbie on Board

    Welcome John! I’m fairly new myself but I’ve learned a lot here in my short time. Read/download the TFP book. It’s free. In fact read anything the Mod’s/Guides/Experts link for you. Also, if you’re building, I suggest reading build threads in the Under construction section. Some are...