Diamond Brite Pool Finish Maintenance

It is not recommended for the diamond brite quartz series pool finishes.

Diamond brite pool finish maintenance.

Care must be taken not to over dry the plaster and cause shrinkage cracking. Measure and add two 2 to 2 5 gallons of clean potable water to mixer. Until the pool finish is covered by water it is extremely vulnerable. The shelf life of pool brite is up to one 1 year in the unopened properly stored container.

In the late 1980 s spot etching and other plaster problems had reached epidemic proportion throughout the united states. Intermittent fills will cause discolorations. If your pool is about 10 years old or more you could be in need of a diamond brite resurfacing project either as a standalone project or a total pool rebuilding or remodeling project. It also helps the pool to maintain its structural integrity.

Our plastering crew will start application of the diamond brite product. When the diamond brite has lost its sheen or is no longer damp it may be ready for exposure with soft bristle brushes and water. Immediately after application is complete they will water wash and mildly acid wash to expose the aggregate stone. Fertilizer contains iron and manganese which will cause red or yellow stains on pool surfaces.

This product is applied approximately three eighths to a half inch thick and takes about four to eight hours to apply. Notify construction lawn and fence personnel of this and that debris splashing and deck cleaning will stain the finish. Pool resurfacing is a maintenance process that s essential to keep your pool looking like new. Delaying the fill water a few hours or until the next morning will reduce the occurrence of shade variations mottling.