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Care Tips for New Swimming Pool Plaster

As the owner of a newly plastered pool, you
may have some questions about the care
required to properly maintain the new surface.
The following suggestions and pointers will
help inform you about special areas of concern.
Please remember that these are "generic"
tips - for specific instructions it is always best
to consult your builder, plasterer or service
professional.
FILLING THE POOL
The hose is placed at the bottom of the pool with a
clean soft cloth wrapped around the end to diffuse the
water entering the pool. The water must be left running
until the pool is full and the water level is halfway up
the skimmer opening. If more than one hose is used,
additional hoses should be placed on the deck and
weighted down so that the water will project into the
deep end of the pool. Additional hoses should only be
turned on once the pool contains 3-4 feet of water, with
the volume adjusted so that the water does not contact
plaster, only the center of the water in the deep end of the
pool. Use care that water is not introduced in a manner
that can damage plaster. Do not use the fill line to fill the
pool. Do not fill the pool using softened water.

hose, brush-style vacuum head, and a 4-way test kit. A
roller-vacuum head may be used after the first 28 days.
TIPS TO HELP YOU THROUGH THE SEASONS
Your pool care will change depending upon the seasons
of the year. You will find that during the summer season,
your chemical usage will increase due to evaporation,
greater sunlight, increase in water temperature and pool
usage. During periods of high winds, your plaster may
need to be brushed more frequently to prevent dirt from
adhering to the surface. In the rainy season, you may
need to lower the water in your pool to maintain the
proper level (hallway up the skimmer opening.) Do not
allow pool to overflow.

THE START-UP OF NEW PLASTER
There are several approaches to initial start-up. The main
objectives are to balance pH, total carbonate alkalinity
and hardness levels, and to remove the plaster scale
(dust) created by fresh plaster and water. Questions
regarding start-up should be directed to the builder,
plasterer or service technician. The start-up procedure
plays a critical role in the cosmetic appearance of the
plaster surface in the years to come. Consult your builder,
plasterer or service company regarding special brushing
needs during the first month of new plaster.
BASIC TOOLS NEEDED TO MAINTAIN THE POOL
A basic set of equipment for the pool owner includes
an extendable pole, nylon brush, skimmer net, vacuum

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