Exposed rebar above skimmer weir door

[Sumthinred]

I tried to get a pic, but I don't think it will help much.... Above each skimmer, there is a length of exposed rebar directly under the coping, the coping was notched around it, a few inches above the water line. It was never covered, it has always been exposed. Pool was built last year, I didn't notice it until recently, it is hard to see. I am not sure it it is a source of metal staining? It is not rusting much at this point. Do I have any options to cover it, spray, or otherwise to help keep it out of splashing water? I don't think I necessarily need a "repair", but hopefully some solution before it becomes an issue.

I have seen similar threads, but didn't really find the information I am looking for.

thank you,

 

[Bperry]

I tried to get a pic, but I don't think it will help much.... Above each skimmer, there is a length of exposed rebar directly under the coping, the coping was notched around it, a few inches above the water line. It was never covered, it has always been exposed. Pool was built last year, I didn't notice it until recently, it is hard to see. I am not sure it it is a source of metal staining? It is not rusting much at this point. Do I have any options to cover it, spray, or otherwise to help keep it out of splashing water? I don't think I necessarily need a "repair", but hopefully some solution before it becomes an issue.

I have seen similar threads, but didn't really find the information I am looking for.

thank you,

A picture would help but exposed rebar is not something that should be in a pool.

 

[AQUA~HOLICS]

Plaster companies will spray exposed rebar with Rust-Oleum paint to seal the bar from water contact just before plastering.

 

[Sumthinred]

I just re read another thread about the same issue, looks like I might need to call a professional. Ugh.

 

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[Bperry]

I just re read another thread about the same issue, looks like I might need to call a professional. Ugh.

Way too close up. try about 2-3 feet away.