TL;DR: Most Florida pools need resurfacing every 7–20 years depending on the finish type, water chemistry, and how heavily the pool is used. Florida’s intense UV...
How Often Should You Resurface a Pool in Florida?
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Mike Folta
Quartz vs. Plaster Pool Finish: Pros, Cons, and What Lasts Longer in Florida
TL;DR: Plaster is the most affordable pool finish but typically lasts only 7–10 years in Florida’s climate before roughness and staining set in. Quartz blends crushed...
What Is Beadcrete? A Complete Guide to This Unique Pool Finish
TL;DR: Beadcrete is a patented pool finish made of solid glass beads locked into a polymer-modified cement matrix — smoother than pebble, more reflective than plaster....
Pebble Sheen vs. Pebble Fina vs. Pebble Tec: Choosing the Best Finish for Your Pool
TL;DR: Pebble Tec, Pebble Sheen, and Pebble Fina are three finishes from the same manufacturer — Pebble Technology International — that differ mainly in aggregate...
Pebble Tec vs. Marcite: Which Pool Finish Is Right for Your Florida Pool?
TL;DR: Marcite is the classic, budget-friendly pool finish that lasts 7–12 years but struggles in Florida’s heat, UV, and rain. Pebble Tec costs more upfront but can...
How Long Does Pool Resurfacing Take? A Step-by-Step Timeline
TL;DR: Most pool resurfacing projects take 7 to 14 calendar days from draining to swimming, depending on pool size, finish type, condition of the shell, and Central...