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Pool Plasters

POOL PLASTER

POOL PLASTER HAS BEEN TRANSFORMED FROM THE TRADITIONAL FINISH USUALLY USED FOR POOLS TO OTHER ALTERNATIVES THAT CAN LEND TO STUNNING VISUAL EFFECTS

Early on all pools featured a white plaster which showed every spot and bit of litter that accumulated on the bottom of the pool. It also only had a 5 to 15 year longevity. However, as pools evolved into much more elaborate systems with water features etc, new products were developed to make these special effects look better and more importantly reduce maintenance.

 

 

 

TRADITIONAL PLASTER FINISH

SELECTING THE RIGHT FINISH CAN INCREASE THE ENJOYMENT YOUR FAMILIES OUTDOOR LIVING AREA.

A traditional plaster finish is the least durable of pool finishes and will require re-plastering every 8 to 12 years.

-SHANE LEBLANC

Sometimes called whitecoat or marcite, basic plaster is the least expensive pool finish and many people prefer the way the smooth surface of plaster feels on their feet.

DOWNSIDES OF A PLASTER POOL FINISH

IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS
  • Is porous and requires extra care to keep water chemicals in balance
  • May crack, develop hollow spots or chip
  • May become rough due to scaling and scrape skin
  • Can wear away at high traffic areas (i.e. steps)
  • Stains easier than other finishes

It is important to realize that when selecting a plaster color you are actually selecting a water color. Light plasters produce a sparkling, tropical water color, while darker plasters produce a deeper blue, similar to a natural lake.

POOL FINISH OPTIONS COMPARISON

COMPARE THE DIFFERENT POOL FINISHES
Size Cost Longevity Ascetic
MARCITE PLASTER Low Low Moderate
COLORED PLASTER Low Low Moderate
PEBBLE TEC Medium Medium High
BEADCRETE Medium Medium High
GLASS TILE High High High