Investing in a swimming pool adds years of enjoyment to your property. When you choose a plaster pool surface, brushing the plaster immediately after installation is critical to keeping it safe and in good condition. Here, experts in residential and commercial pool deck resurfacing explain what happens if you don’t brush your new pool plaster.
1. Rough Surface
Brushing pool plaster during the curing process ensures a smooth finish. Skipping this step allows calcium carbonate to form, which creates a gritty and rough texture on the pool walls and floor.
2. Increased Algae Growth
New plaster has micropores that are the ideal breeding environment for bacteria and algae. What happens if you don’t brush your new pool plaster is these microscopic organisms grow unchecked inside and on the surface of the pool walls. Brushing eliminates many of these breeding grounds so you can maintain a sanitary and algae-free pool without needing to add chemicals to the water constantly.
3. Stains and Scale
Failing to brush new pool plaster can also cause scale buildup on the pool water surface. Scale is a buildup of minerals that can accumulate on the walls and harden, causing unsightly stains. Adding water to the pool after plastering disrupts proper water chemistry, particularly the pH and alkalinity, which, in turn, causes the calcium bicarbonate in the plaster dust to turn into scale.
4. Uneven Finish
Brushing is a critical step to achieving an even finish on the pool. Without it, the plaster can cure unevenly, which affects the appearance of the pool and how well pool equipment works. Finishing the plaster with proper brushing also ensures that the surface is free of cracks and other blemishes that detract from the pool’s appearance and function.
5. Shorter Lifespan
With proper maintenance, a swimming pool can last for decades. However, its longevity starts with proper installation, and this includes brushing the plaster. Otherwise, the plaster can deteriorate faster, and the pool will need repairs or replacement sooner than anticipated.
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New plaster needs brushing at least twice daily for up to two weeks or longer to ensure proper curing and prevent problems like algae growth and scale buildup. It’s important to continue brushing daily until the water appears clear. Clear water indicates that there’s no longer any plaster debris in the pool and it’s safe to use.
When you know what happens if you don’t brush your new pool plaster but want to avoid the hassles, invest in AquaGuard 5000, an epoxy pool paint ideal for replacing, resurfacing, or repairing pool plasters. The affordable, high-performance product creates a smooth surface that resists fading, stains, and algae and lasts up to 15 years with minimal maintenance. The simple one-step application requires less labor without worries about plaster dust.
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