Compare our Hand-applied Fiberglass mat finish to other options available today
| Type of Finish |
Appearance |
Algae Resistance |
Stain Resistance |
Chemical Usage |
Warranty |
| Blue Dolphin Hand-laid Fiberglass Finish |
Smooth, white finish for the life of your pool |
Resists all types of algae |
Resists all types of staining |
Approximately 30% fewer chemicals needed than plaster pool |
15 years on materials, 2 years on workmanship |
| Sprayed-on Fiberglass Finish |
Dips and bumps, uneven coloring, tendency to bubble |
Resists most types of algae |
Resists most types of staining |
Lesser amount of chemicals required than a plaster or aggregate pool |
15 years is typical |
| Plaster Surface |
Uneven surface, detiorates and stains over time |
Porous surface encourages algae to adhere and grow |
Permanent staining very likely, even on recently applied plaster |
Large amounts of chemicals necessary to prevent algae growth |
Typically 1 year warranty applies to workmanship only |
| Painted Surface |
Peels, flakes and fades over time |
Paint does little to protect a concrete surface from algae development |
Stains on concrete surface eventually bleed through new paint |
Fewer chemicals needed than plaster surface |
Paint manufacturers sometimes offer a warranty, customer would have to follow up |
| Aggregate Surface |
Rough surface, hard on bare feet and bathing suits |
Rough, bumpy surface encourages algae to adhere and grow; difficult to clean |
Permanent staining likely |
Large amounts of chemicals necessary to prevent algae growth |
Typically 5 years given "to hold water only" |
Swimming pool resurfacing by Blue Dolphin Pools, Inc. is an excellent way to extend the beauty and life of your pool. Fiberglass is the best resurfacing product available today for both commercial pools - residential pools alike.
FIBERGLASS RESURFACING IS NOT A DO IT YOURSELF PROJECT.
The best product needs a professional installation!
The professional installers at Blue Dolphin Pools, Inc. are licensed, bonded & insured. A two year labor warranty applies on all work performed by Blue Dolphin during commercial pool resurfacing & residential pool resurfacing. A 15 year manufacturer warranty applies on materials. Call Blue Dolphin Pools, Inc. today and get the finish that's been proven best over the last 25 years. A hand-applied, hand-rolled fiberglass mat surface is the least likely to delaminate, peel or crack.
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Servicing your pool and spa is more important than most people realize - especially if they've never owned a pool before. So when selecting a pool or spa company, consider the level of service they will offer later.
Try to fill your plaster pool as quickly as possible. If you stop filling and then resume later, the water will leave a ring in the plaster where you stopped.
Never completely drain your fiberglass swimming pool, especially if it is flaking or peeling in places. The pressure from the water on the walls of the pool keeps the fiberglass in place until a contractor can get there to repair it!
Always rinse your water testing materials in the water you are about to test. Using soap or tap water can leave a residue that may interfere with the test.
Always use fresh test strips when Ph testing your water, and take water samples at least 18 inches below the surface.
If you do need to add chemicals, wait to see whether they have the desired effect. Wait 15 minutes for liquid chlorine to circulate (with the pump running) and about 12 hours for the Ph to adjust.
When vacuuming your pool, move at a slow, steady pace. If you move too quickly, the current created by the vacuum head will stir up any dirt on the bottom of the pool.
Write the normal operating pressure directly on the filter with a waterproof marker, so you will never have to second-guess that number.
Leave the pool on the first sound of thunder, and wait 20 minutes after the last sound of thunder to let people back in the pool.
Never completely drain your fiberglass swimming pool, especially if it is flaking or peeling in places. The pressure from the water on the walls of the pool keeps the fiberglass in place until a contractor can get there to repair it!
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