Raleigh Pebble Tec Swimming Pool Renovation

Have you ever wondered what to do when your old plaster is rough, stained and pitted? The answer is that it is time to resurface your concrete swimming pool. I have attached a short video showing the process of applying a Pebble Tec Swimming Pool Finish to a 30+ year old pool.

The first thing we did on this project was to remove all the existing plaster, tile and coping. It took a few workers a couple of days and a lot of hard work to get it all removed and prepared for the new surface. Applying a new pool finish is much like painting a house...About 80% of the work is in the prep phase and the remaining 20% is in the actual application. The color you see here is Moonlight Grey Pebble Tec and the finish comes with a 15 year warranty. The old saying "you get what you pay for" really rings true when it comes to pool resurfacing.

Submitted By: Frank Bowman Designs - Raleigh Swimming Pool Company

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Will My Pool be Ready for Spring?

Most people don't start thinking about swimming pools in Raleigh until the weather starts to get warm. By that time it is generally too late to find a quality swimming pool contractor, approve a dynamic design, apply & secure permits, build the swimming pool & outdoor living area and be ready to have you Memorial Day pool Party. If you are interested in installing a new swimming pool, spa & outdoor living environment this year, then now is the time to get started. I know there is snow on the ground and the temperature is not getting out of the 30's but it will be summer before you know it. If you think about it, what does it hurt to have your pool done a month before you want to use it?...Nothing. It's just sitting there waiting for you and your family to jump in and in fact you can start using you pool the minute it's complete. We use our pool every day of the year...some days we swim in it, some days we eat around it, some days we listed to the waterfall and some days we just look at it through the window of the kitchen. A properly designed swimming pool that is architecturally correct you your site can bring year round enjoyment to you and family for years to come.

Submitted by: Frank Bowman Designs

Frank Bowman Designs provides swimming pool, spa & outdoor living design / build services to clients in Raleigh, Cary, Durham, Chapel Hill, Lake Gaston and the surrounding areas of North Carolina. Our services include custom concrete swimming pools & spas, natural stone & paver patios, outdoor kitchens & fireplaces, landscaping, pool houses, cabanas and much more. Please contact us at Frank@FrankBowman.com or FrankBowman.com for further information about your new swimming pool project.

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Saltwater Swimming Pools

Did you know that if you already have a conventional chlorine swimming pool, it can be switched over to a state of the art saltwater pool in no time at all? It's true saltwater pools can save the average homeowner hundreds of dollars per year on chemical costs as well as provide your friends and family an enjoyable swimming experience. No more chlorine smelling hair, itchy skin, forgetting to fill the chlorinator, trips to the store to pick up chlorine orforgetting and having the pool turn green...it all can be replaced with a saline based pool water that generates its own chlorine for you. The salt level is kept extremely low...only about 2800 - 3300 parts per million. Some people say they can taste, some people say they can't. But I think it's that you expect to taste chlorine and you don't, so you assume you are tasting salt. Either way talk to someone that has a saltwater pool and they will let you know that it is the only way to go for ease of maintenance and enjoyment.

Submitted By: Frank Bowman Designs serves all of North Carolina, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Cary, Lake Gaston and the Triangle . We are a complete outdoor contractor installing outdoor kitchens & fireplaces, natural stone & paver patios, landscaping, swimming pools & spas, pool houses, cabanas and much more...Our speciality is unique and unusual swimming pools & spas. Visit Frank Bowman Designs at www.FrankBowman.com or Contact us at Frank@FrankBowman.com or (919) 291-8354.

Swimming Pool Resurfacing with Pebble Tec

Is the existing surface of your swimming pool rough, stained, chipping or just plain ugly? Then now is the time to consider renovating your pool. The swimming season is quickly approaching and now is the time to schedule your pool renovation to ensure your pool will be open for the beginning of the season.

Frank Bowman Designs resurfaces both residential and commercial swimming pools using many different brands of "Plaster or Marcite." Plaster and Marcite are different terms for the same thing. It is the material that coats the concrete shell of the pool and what you walk on when you are in a concrete swimming pool. Today we are going to discuss a product called Pebble Tec which is our most used and in our opinion "hands down" the best product to install in your swimming pool when it comes to longevity, appearance and maintenance. Pebble Tec is available in 18 attractive colors, our original Pebble Tec pool interior is the perfect choice for individuals desiring a more natural look for their pools, spas or water features.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT PEBBLE TEC®

What is Pebble Tec?
Pebble Tec is a patented interior surface for swimming pools utilizing finely screened natural river rock worn smooth by years of nature's tumbling. The rock is geologically tested for hardness, angularity, content, and size.

What is the history of Pebble Tec?
Pebble Tec was developed in Australia more than two decades ago. Over 50,000 pools have been installed in Australia and the United States. This means you are considering a time proven, quality product that has gained strong customer acceptance worldwide.

How are the pebbles placed on the surface?
Predetermined ratios of Pebble Tec stone and cement are combined with water and additives, then pneumatically applied with a standard pool plaster pump to a thickness of approximately 1/2". Once the Pebble Tec is applied, it is hand troweled utilizing a special process by trained applicators. At a precise time the material is "exposed" by a method which uncovers the top layer of pebbles. When the finish is thoroughly hardened, the pool is then cleaned with a solution to enhance the brightness and luster of the natural stone.

Is the surface rough?
The surface can be described as "orange peel" smooth with indentions. The stones used in Pebble Tec are finely screened and naturally tumbled resulting in a bumpy non-abrasive surface. The pebble surface is also comfortable for walking in the shallow end.

What if algae grows on the Pebble Tec finish?
Algae can be a problem on any pool surface if pool maintenance has been lacking. However, algae does not bond as readily to Pebble Tec as it does to conventional pool plaster due to the tumbled stone surface. Pebble Tec can also be cleaned more easily than plaster.

Does the Pebble Tec pool vary in color?
A pool done in this finish is intended to duplicate the natural appearance of a lake or stream bed and therefore color variation is a desired result. Water has a tendency to reflect hues and tones depending on sunlight intensity and angle that can vary depending on the time of day.

Will the pebbles fall off?
It is normal to experience a small loss of pebbles for a short period of time after Pebble Tec installation. You may find a handful in your strainer basket after you vacuum for the first few weeks but don't worry...your pool is covered with in excess of 30 million pebbles.

What is the warranty on Pebble Tec?
Splash Pools offers a written 15 year unconditional warranty on all Pebble Tec Installations. That's a piece of mind investment. Please consult with your installer as to their warranty terms and conditions.

Please feel free to contact Frank Bowman Designs if you have any additional questions about swimming pool resurfacing.

Submitted By: Frank Bowman

Frank Bowman Designs serves all of North Carolina, Raleigh, Cary, Chapel Hill, Greensboro, Lake Gaston, Southern Virginia and the surrounding areas. We specialize in the design & installation of Custom Concrete Swimming Pool Installations and Renovations including Tile and Coping, Natural Stone and Paver Decking, Pool Resurfacing with Pebble Tec. Visit Frank Bowman Designs at www.FrankBowman.com or Contact us at Frank@FrankBomwan.com or (919) 291-8354.