(Pic attached) What’s involves to start up a new gunite pool?

[mendez4047]

I read the Pool ABC’s and several threads on here but I can’t find what I need. Some help would be appreciated. I have a brand new owner builder gunite pool and I’m getting ready to pebble it this weekend just had a few questions.

1. (To get the pool going, do I cut the skimmer pipes and twist them off after the pool is filled? (See attached picture)

2. how soon do I start adding chemicals to balance the chemistry?

3.In what order should I start balancing the water chemistry?

Thanks guys and gals. Your input is greatly appreciated.

Art

 

[Newdude]

Somebody better in plumbing will be along shortly. In the meantime this is the go-to guide for your startup

Start-up New Plaster

The first few months are the most criticle for a newly plastered pool. We're here to share best practices to ensure the plaster will last for many years.

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[Divin Dave]

Hey mendez,
you want your pool ready to start circulation water just as soon as it's filled.

As for chemicals, I would go in this order below.
Add chemical, circulate and test again 20 minutes later. Once you reach your desired level, then move on to the next one immediately. You should hopefully be able to get the water balanced in a couple of hours or so.
pH
CH
CYA
FC
TA

plaster usually has a tendency to push pH up - and fast, so have MA on hand to counter that and maintain your FC/CYA per the TFP recommendations. Be sure to test pH a few times a day and adjust as needed.

here is an artical on starting up new plaster.

Start-up New Plaster

The first few months are the most criticle for a newly plastered pool. We're here to share best practices to ensure the plaster will last for many years.

www.troublefreepool.com

What Are My Ideal Pool Levels?

Use our tool to find ideal chemical levels for any swimming pool. Check TFP recommended levels on pH, free chlorine, cyanuric acid, and more.

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The Free Chlorine and Cyanuric Acid Relationship

Managing your cyanuric acid and Free Chlorine levels is key to stabilizing your pool. Learn how these two items affect each other.

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[Jimrahbe]

M,

I would have to assume that those pipes have a threaded fitting where they are attached to the skimmer... So cutting the pipes at the top and unscrewing them makes sense to me..

I would do that now..

Thanks,

Jim R.

 

[ajw22]

To add to your reading...

Plaster Start-Up Guides - Further Reading

www.troublefreepool.com

 

[mendez4047]

Wow... look what I found. I am using stonescapes mini pebble. I might just follow the manufacturers recommendations.

National Plasters Council Procedure | NPT Pool Finishes | NPTpool.com

If you’re a builder, remodeler, or home owner with a brand new plaster pool finish, it’s critical that you follow the steps in this guide to protect and prolong the life of your pool finish. Visit NPTpool.com

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