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How long can I expect a high-quality pool paint to last?

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It depends on how much you use your pool, whether it's indoors or outdoors, and if you keep the water properties in control. Five years is a conservative estimate.

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Does pool paint have a traction additive?

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Not that I have heard. I used clear sand and sprinkled areas that need traction while the paint is still wet.

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How do I tell what kind of paint is on my pool?

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You can take a sample of it to get evaluated, or you can purchase a paint that is suitable for the pool and paint over the paint that is already there.

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Can epoxy paint be put over chlorinated rubber paint?

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No. You must remove the rubber paint by sand blasting the surface before the new epoxy paint is applied.

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How do I get pool paint off on my skin and hair?

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Before shampooing, use apple vinegar on your hair for 5 minutes.

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Is it a problem if it rains the day after painting?

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It depends on how heavy the rain is. If the paint is the type to dry quickly, it might not matter. Put sealant on the paint to seal it from weather. If you don't, it could wash away the evenness, but not much else.

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How long do I have to wait before I can add water after I repaint my pool?

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The answer to this depends on how big your pool is. It is suggested that you wait the following times depending on the sizes: XS: One or two days; S: 2 or 3 days; M: 3 days; L: 4 days; XL: 4 and a half days or 5 days; or XXL: 5 days.

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Can I paint without acid washing it?

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Yes. Just drain the water and wipe it with a dry cloth beforehand.

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Can I paint a pebbled pool too?

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Yes, of course you can. Just make sure to paint in the small cracks in among the pebbles, that's all.

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When can chlorine be added to a newly painted pool?

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Chlorine can be added anytime after the pool is painted. The important thing to remember is not to enter the pool until 24-72 hours after chlorine has been added.

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How do I calculate how many gallons of paint I need for a 15,000 gallon pool?

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Length x width x 1.6. The paint will tell you how many square feet per gallon it will cover. The paint I’m using is good for 125 to 150 sq ft. 750 divided by 125 = 6 gallons.

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What would make the color disappear after just one year on an inground pool?

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Too much chlorine and sunlight can fade the color. Next time apply at least two coats and keep chlorine levels lower.

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Should I be concerned about hydrostatic on concrete in an in-ground pool before emptying it to paint?

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You absolutely should. Depending on the climate, ground saturation, and water tables, hydrostatic pressure can lift an in-ground (concrete) pool out of the ground.

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Will it be a problem if the pool is not filled for two weeks after painting it?

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No. Giving the paint job additional curing time is not a problem. You may need to spray down the pool with a garden hose to get rid of any dirt or debris that has collected.

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Can I paint my pool with acrylic water based paint?

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Make sure it is an acrylic pool paint. Acrylic pool paint can be used (with acrylic primer) over bare material, or over any previous type of pool paint that's not flaking off.

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What kind of paint do I need for a concrete pool?

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You can use acrylic, rubber, or epoxy pool paint. Acrylic paint may not last as long as the other options, but it's the easiest to apply for the average DIYer.

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Can I paint the pool over the old paint?

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You can use acrylic pool paint over any type of pool paint that isn't flaking off. You can only use epoxy pool paint over old epoxy paint, and rubber pool paint over old rubber paint. Send a chip of the paint to a pool paint manufacturer if you're not sure what kind it is.

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