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How to Apply Gelcoat Paint on a Fiberglass Swimming Pool

Fiberglass pool refinishing is usually necessary after about 20 years of use. These fiberglass pools are known for strength and durability, but eventually they will need some cosmetic help. We call this a facelift.

The "facelift" is a 4 step process which will restore the pool to its original beauty for the next 20 years.

Remove the existing gelcoat (the outside color which is usually white or blue) by sandblasting (recommended) or sanding with an orbital random sander, or an angle grinder. Be careful not to cut into the resin just below the gelcoat. Either 24 (preferably) or 36 grit sanding pads should be used for the removal of the gelcoat. The old gelcoat must be removed prior to the application of new gelcoat.
Clean the pool with a garden hose, let dry, and then wash down the surface with solvent immediately prior to the first gelcoat application.
Roll-on the first coat of Fibre-Shelkote gelcoat. Cover the entire pool. Each gallon will cover about 60 square feet.
As soon as the bottom is completely dry, roll-on the seconding coating of gelcoat. The second coating will require considerably less gelcoat.

Call our office at 800-676-8528 to determine the exact amount of gelcoat required for your pool or click here to view the price list.

The pool must remain empty while the gelcoat cures. Our gelcoat dries quickly, so you won't need to worry about rain after it is dry. However, it will take about two hours to dry so plan the application accordingly.

Typical curing time is 3 days for outdoor pools and 5 days for indoor pools. After the surface has cured, fill the pool and that's it. It will look as good as the day it was brand new.

Fibre-Shelkote gelcoat is brilliant white, however we have 40 colors available for a small additional charge.

Always be careful when using an electric sander or grinder. Wear a mask and safety goggles when sanding, and a mask and gloves when using gelcoat and acetone.

Never allow smoking anywhere near the pool during the application and (for indoor pools) during the curing period.

Fiberglass Pool Repair
A web site of UGlassIt Pool Resurfacing, Inc.
Huntingdon Valley, PA

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