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A plaster is applied to the surface of the gunite afterwards, which is what the swimmers actually touch. This was the primary type of pool in existence before vinyl liners and fiberglass began to be commonplace. In ground Pool Builder Palm Springs @ www.PoolBuilderPalmSprings.com
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Gunite Pools - Pros and Cons The gunite pool still represents an excellent choice for a durable and long-lasting swimming facility. A definite pro for this type of construction is the fact that it will last indefinitely if properly cared for. Gunite Pool Builder Palm Springs @ www.PoolBuilderPalmSprings.comc
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The biggest kick against the gunite pool is the cracking that occurs, in both the plaster and the gunite itself. Settlement and changing temperatures cause the inevitable cracking that may not be seen for several years. The best way to repair cracked pools is to drain them and re-plaster, which is expensive. Although most people seem to believe that water doesn't have to stay in a concrete pool year round, hydrostatic water pressure has been known to exert enough force to raise some units when the water was removed. Gunite Pool Builder Palm Springs @ www.PoolBuilderPalmSprings.comc
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Fiberglass Pools - Pros and Cons In the early days, fiberglass pools were limited to small units because of the methods of production and the difficulty in shipping them. Although
transportation is still difficult, units are constructed in sizes that rival those of residential gunite pools. Once a fiberglass pool is set in place, it must remain full of water or ground water will push it out of the ground. Fiberglass Pool Builder Palm Springs @ www.PoolBuilderPalmSprings.com
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One of the primary selling features of the fiberglass pool is it is much faster to install than a concrete or gunite pool. If the hole has been dug and the plumbing is in place when the pool arrives, leveling the unit and shoring it takes a little time because it has to be accurate. It doesn't take long to hook up the electrical and plumbing and begin filling the pool with water. The interior is already finished, so there's no waiting for that. Of course, the deck and coping still need to be installed, but the pool can be functional the day it is delivered. Fiberglass Pool Builder Palm Springs @ www.PoolBuilderPalmSprings.com
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Fiberglass pools generally come with a 15-year warranty, but some are longer. There is no reason to believe that the pool won't last much longer than that. If damaged because of abuse, it can be patched in short order. The surface of fiberglass is much smoother than the plaster in the gunite pool. Fiberglass comes in some colors and in stark white, and it is possible for the colors to fade in the sunlight over time, especially the darker ones. Fiberglass and gunite are the top of the line in swimming pools, and either one will provide you and your family with countless hours of pool fun. Fiberglass Pool Builder Palm Springs @ www.PoolBuilderPalmSprings.com