New Build - Dallas Area
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We are having Shotcrete shot on Tuesday. Will Shotcrete/gunite company cap it or should the plumbers have capped it? One of the Center pipes is buried in gravel, the other is open. If I need to cap them, I just want to know so I can do it before Tuesday.
Thanks
Plug all 3 now to prevent damage to threads (the 2 for pump should of already been plugged and system should be under pressure)........ gunite crew should leave a couple of holes in floor and walls, as relief (most companies in South Florida will not shoot a pool without them). When finish crew comes (for your pool finish) they should remove all plugs, reseal the hydro and place your cover on channel drain. They will also hydro the holes gunite crew made.....
Shotcrete installed today. Pool definitely took shape and we can see all the features we selected now.
When do forms come off and who usually does that? I presume before coping. Tile installer is scheduled for two weeks from now.
SWEET!!! That looks great! Have you started bonding with it yet? aka watering it to help slow down the curing.
It is time for your set of links! The first set is all about what to do and ask about to get a great plaster job. The second set is all about how to care for your pool after you get the plaster.
Plaster links:
Ten Guidelines for Quality Pool Plaster Best one of all
All Plaster Finishes Should Last 20 Years
Not All Color Pigments are Good for Pools How to pick a good color for plaster.
A Plastering 'Watch List' | Professional Watershaping | Watershapes
Trouble Free Pool
Trouble Free Pool
Pool care links:
Print these out:
Pool School - Basic Pool Care Schedule
Pool School - Recommended Levels
Bookmark these:
Pool School - Recommended Pool Chemicals
Trouble Free Pool
Pool School - ABCs of Pool Water Chemistry
Now is also a good time to ask what test kit your PB will be providing so we can fill in any holes.
@bdavis466 can you tell him about the forms please?
Kim
It is time for your set of links! The first set is all about what to do and ask about to get a great plaster job. The second set is all about how to care for your pool after you get the plaster.
Plaster links:
Ten Guidelines for Quality Pool Plaster Best one of all
All Plaster Finishes Should Last 20 Years
Not All Color Pigments are Good for Pools How to pick a good color for plaster.
A Plastering 'Watch List' | Professional Watershaping | Watershapes
Trouble Free Pool
Trouble Free Pool
Pool care links:
Print these out:
Pool School - Basic Pool Care Schedule
Pool School - Recommended Levels
Bookmark these:
Pool School - Recommended Pool Chemicals
Trouble Free Pool
Pool School - ABCs of Pool Water Chemistry
Now is also a good time to ask what test kit your PB will be providing so we can fill in any holes.
@bdavis466 can you tell him about the forms please?
Kim
Thanks for the links and we have been “bonding”. With our Texas heat, we plan to “bond” for 14 days.
I’ll read up on the plaster. We haven’t decided which way we are going yet, but leaning pebble sheen Irish mist.
I’ll read up on the plaster. We haven’t decided which way we are going yet, but leaning pebble sheen Irish mist.
Jimmie48
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In our case we had a crew that crashed the forms as part of a jobsite cleanup prior to plumbing. But honestly they dont hurt anything so I wouldnt worry too much about it.
I just finished visiting with the Plaster Company and we discussed Pebble Sheen. They have been in business for 20 years and do lots of commercial projects as well. They agreed to all the "Plaster suggestions provided in the articles above, except the wait for 6hrs to start filling the pool. They said their certified installers for Pebble Tec and the warranty that comes with it, they start filling the pool before they leave. I asked if I could wait 6 hrs, and they said they follow the guidelines issued by Pebble Tec.
I am confused... do I let them start the fill or do I tell them not to and possibly forgoe the warranty on the finish, or should I press harder?
I am confused... do I let them start the fill or do I tell them not to and possibly forgoe the warranty on the finish, or should I press harder?
Ask them for a copy of the start up from Pebble Tec..........you might even be able to find it on line. Use THAT to cover your warranty. Better cover warranty than any thing else.
Tile installed today. Hoping to get the flagstone coping installed next week.
We have a plaster date for July 14. I feel like their is still a lot left to do.
Any suggestions on what pavers you recommend? We like the rustic look of some of the pavers and definitely want to go with larger ones since we have over 1,600 sqft to complete.
We have a plaster date for July 14. I feel like their is still a lot left to do.
Any suggestions on what pavers you recommend? We like the rustic look of some of the pavers and definitely want to go with larger ones since we have over 1,600 sqft to complete.
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I am SO in love with your water line tile!!! I am guessing they did the small tile inserts by hand and did an AWESOME job!!!!
Pavers-Do you have any you have looked at and have pics of?
Pavers-Do you have any you have looked at and have pics of?
agjr85
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After coping is done, decking goes (assuming the electrical runs have been done.) and then plaster.
almost there.
almost there.
Waiting on flagstone to do the coping. Then we can start the decking. Thinking Belgard La Fitt Grana Slab for the pavers.
My pool mason is supposed to be back in 10 days to start the two waterfalls around the slide. Counting down to July 14 for the plaster. Lots of work still ahead.
In the meantime, I’m working on my outdoor kitchen. I think we picked out the granite for it. Ash Blue.
My pool mason is supposed to be back in 10 days to start the two waterfalls around the slide. Counting down to July 14 for the plaster. Lots of work still ahead.
In the meantime, I’m working on my outdoor kitchen. I think we picked out the granite for it. Ash Blue.
LOVE that slab! So much to look at and the color is great!
I like your pick for the decking. That will be so pretty!
Kim
I like your pick for the decking. That will be so pretty!
Kim
Finally found the flagstone the pool mason was satisfied with! They started today and got half the pool done. I presume they will finish the other half tomorrow and start the spa. Looking good and the wife is happy with the color and texture of the stone.
