How much does it cost to resurface a pool with Diamond Brite?
Diamond Brite lasts eight to 12 years before it fades and gets spotty. We recommend acid washing this finish after about five years to keep it bright. Each style and color has a different price, but a Diamond Brite finish costs about $5,000 to $10,000. We recommend staying away from the darker colors.
How thick is Diamond Brite pool finish?
3/8” to ½”
APPLICATION: Diamond Brite should be applied to a uniform thickness of 3/8” to ½” over the entire surface. The walls may be scratch coated followed by a finish coat or single coated.
Do you need experience to install Diamond Brite?
It is assumed that the user is experienced in the application of standard swimming pool plasters and water chemistry. There is no substitute for hands-on experience in the application of Diamond Brite. Training by skilled installers is available through SGM and is the preferred way to acquire the necessary skills.
What should I use to clean my diamond Brite pool?
Clean pool surfaces of all material that might interfere with the proper bonding of coatings. Clean with high-pressure water or by sandblasting. Wash with chlorine until algae, mold, and mildew are gone. Wash oil and grease spots using tri-sodium phosphate or equivalent and water; soak if necessary.
When to put plaster on Diamond Brite bond Kote?
Allow BOND-KOTE to cure for at least six (6) hours before plastering. The plaster should be applied to BOND-KOTE within three (3) to five (5) days. If left for a longer period before the finish is applied, ensure Bond Kote is clean and free of dirt, efflorescence, and other contaminants.
How to install a diamond Brite tile floor?
1. Follow all of the above procedures. 2. Undercut all existing tile and fittings 2” away and 3/8” deep into the existing plaster substrate. 3. Sound out and remove all hollow and delaminated plaster. Identify the hollow spots and saw an area 3” outside them. Remove the loose plaster inside the cut area. 4 4.
