Your pool should be filtered daily to insure the removal of dirt and debris as well as to provide adequate circulation. Proper filtration is important to the upkeep of your plaster and your pool. Follow manufacturer's directions or refer to your pool professional for proper dosages for your pool. The regular use of preventive type chemicals can greatly reduce the staining effects of the dissolved minerals in your pool water. If possible, have copper and iron level checked as well. Consult your builder, plasterer or service professional regarding specific recommended testing frequency for your local area. In areas of high water hardness, evaporation, high usage, or other unique chemical factors, it would be advisable to perform these more frequently,even monthly. At least twice per year have your pool water tested for calcium hardness, total hardness, and dissolved solids. The pool owner should test the pool water for pH, alkalinity and disinfectant levels before adding chemicals. Whether you have a pool service of an automatic pool cleaning device, the owner should be sure to thoroughly bush the pool at least every other week. Brushing will help keep the surface smooth and free of debris, as well as help prevent metals and minerals from adhering to the surface. The brushing of your pool is an important plaster maintenance procedure. Please consider the following section on preventative maintenance for better plaster care. There are some procedures that can be helpful in minimizing these effects. In time, the cosmetic appearance of the plaster will gradually change as a result of these naturally occurring factors. Many factors contribute to these changes, including the water hardness, heat, evaporation, treatment, maintenance, usage, and the composition and curing characteristics of the plaster itself. The surface of your pool is constantly changing, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In the rainy season, you may need to lower the water in your pool to maintain the proper level (halfway up the skimmer opening). During periods of high winds, your plaster may need to be brushed more frequently to prevent dirt from adhearing to the surface. You will find that during the summer season, your chemical usage will increase due to evaporation, greater sunlight, increase in water temperature and pool usage. Your Pool care will change depending upon the season of the year. A roller-vacuum head may be used after the first month. Consult your builder, plasterer or service company regarding special brushing needs during the first month of new plaster.Ī basic set or equipment for the pool owner includes an extendable pole, nylon brush, skimmer net, vacuum hose, brush-style vacuum head, and a 4-way test it. The Start-Up procedure plays a critical role in the cosmetic appearance of the plaster surface in the years to come. Questions regarding Start-Up should be directed to the builder, plasterer, or service technician. The main objectives are to balance pH, total alkalinity and hardness levels, and to remove the plaster scale (dust) created by fresh plaster and water. There are several approaches to initial start-up. Do not fill the pool using a softened water. Do not use the fill line to fill the pool. Be careful that the water is not introduced in a manner that can damage plaster. Additional hoses should only be turned on once the pool contains 3 to 4 feet of water, with the volume adjusted so that the water does not contact plaster, only the center of the water in the deep end of the pool. If more than once house is used, additional hoses should be placed on the deck and weighted down so that the water will project into the deep end of the pool. The water must be left running until the pool is full and the water level is halfway up the skimmer opening. The hose is placed at the bottom of the pool with a clean soft cloth wrapped around the end to diffuse the water entering the pool. It is always best to consult your builder, plasterer or service professional. Please remember that these are "generic" tips for specific instructions. The following suggestions and pointers will help inform you about special areas of concern. As the owner of a newly plastered pool, you may have some questions about the care required to properly maintain the new surface.
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