Licensed Landscape Architect and Consultants
Florida License No. 0001760
SALT SYSTEMS AND FINISHES
With salt generating sterilization systems, if salt is not added properly or only when required, stagnate piles of salt on the bottom of your pool may cause changes in coloration of pool finishes. Consult your manufacturer's specifications for addition of salt to the system, in general this may require the opening of the bottom main drains, running of your system for 24 hours and adding the salt over top of the drain to provide for immediate mixing into the system.
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ABOUT POOL FINISHES
Pool shells are constructed of gunnite reinforced with steel. The waterproof finishes that covers the gunnite shell should appeal to the homeowner's design, taste and lifestyle, but try to avoid overly trendy colors, because soon they will appear dated. There are countless options of finishes to consider; the array of choices can be overwhelming.
Your new pool designed by us includes suggested finishes that provide timeless appearances and meet your budgetary guidelines. Usually, your Pool Contractors will present you with a bare minimum of finishes to keep his stock selection and travel time to a minimum. You shouldn't be limited to these few items which he chooses only to be disappointed by their appearance a short time after they are installed. We strongly suggest for the homeowner to participate in the selection proccess; yet another rewarding step to ensure the uniqueness of your pool.
Keep in mind that when your pool is complete and filled with water, the apparent color is a combination of constantly changing light levels, surface reflection, water quality, and your pool's finish among other factors. In general, a darker finish will be more reflective to light, yet will hold heat longer during the cooler seasons. Darker finishes may show less staining, yet if your water becomes out of balance for extended periods of time, white calcium build-up or hazing on the surface may become visible. Water starved for chemicals will pull calcium from the gunnite walls through the finish and it will effervesce onto your pools finish surface.
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