What kind of paint do you use on a gunite pool?

For an unpainted fiberglass or gunite pool, epoxy is recommended. For pools previously painted with synthetic rubber or acrylic paint, your best options are premium acrylic or water-based acrylic. If the surface was painted with chlorinated rubber, premium acrylic would be recommended.

How do I fix the surface on my gunite pool?

Patch and repair all crack, breaks, or holes in the pool surface with an mixture of gray Portland cement sand and a high latex acrylic bonding agent. Use a trowel or putty knife to apply the repair mixture. Fill the hole or crack and smooth the surface. Allow repairs to dry for a minimum of 24 hours.

What kind of Paint can I use to repaint a gunite pool?

Epoxy paint can be used on a pool that has not been painted before and has a base of concrete, plaster, fiberglass or gunite. Epoxy paint should only be used to repaint a pool if the pool had previously been painted with epoxy paint.

What can I use to get gunite stains out of my Pool?

You can try to find an ascorbic acid cleaner at a local pool store and use it to clean the stains, but it cannot be mixed with chlorine, so dechlorinated the pool, or empty and clean it. Always keep in mind there may be another cause to the stains, such as the plaster wearing off and exposing the gunite beneath.

What kind of paint to use on a fiberglass pool?

Water based acrylic paint can also be used on a pool that was previously painted with a synthetic rubber paint, an epoxy pool paint, or an acrylic pool paint. Water based synthetic pool paint is not recommended for use on gunite or on a fiberglass pool surface, nor should it be used on a hot tub or spa surface.

Is it better to use plaster or gunite on a pool?

So, although you spent less initially choosing plaster to finish your pool, you may end up spending a fortune on pool chemicals in the years to come. This is why coating your gunite pool with a more durable finish is the way to go. Why build the most durable pool around and then not use the most durable finish?

What’s the best way to clean a gunite swimming pool?

Use a scrub brush to wash the entire pool with this solution. This will help neutralize any remaining acid and remove lingering dirt and grease. Once the whole area is completely washed, rinse it again with some water and let it dry. Look for any cracks, divots, or other damage to the surface and repair them with the concrete patch kit.

Can a crack in a gunite pool cause a leak?

While surface cracks are a sore eye, they don’t typically cause any leaking. Only cracks that go right through the think layer of concrete beneath your pool finishing will cause substantial leaks. Gunite pool surfaces feel more rough than fiberglass and vinyl, but not excessively.