PebbleTec Application Process

Having a new gunite pool installed or having your existing gunite pool re-finished and wondering how the PebbleTec application process works? This blog is for you! We’ll also be updating the website with the latest finish options that PebbleTec offers!

Step 1: Prep the Pool for Application

For pool remodels, the existing surface finish would need to be stripped off to create a smooth, blank canvas for the new finish.

Step 2: Mix it Up

After the pool surface has been prepped, your applicator will mix up your desired finish.

Step 3: Spray 

In this step, we will use a pneumatic spray applicator or other specialty equipment to shoot the PebbleTec material through a hose and onto the pool surface. This application technique ensures even, consistent coverage. Immediately after application, your authorized applicator will hand trowel the material to properly secure the pebble mixture.

Step 4: Expose the Finish

Next, we will spray the pool with water or wipe it down to remove any excess cement from the surface. This process may vary depending on your finish type (PebbleTec, PebbleSheen, PebbleBrilliance or PebbleFina). For example, glass finishes typically require different exposure methods compared to pebble finishes. Whatever finish you’ve chosen, as PebbleTec authorized applicators, we are trained to apply each finish using the most effective techniques to ensure the best possible result.

Step 5: Set & Harden

The finish is left to set and harden. The specific details for how long the material needs to sit will depend on the type of finish you’ve selected.

Step 6: Pressure Wash & Detail

A special acid solution is used to create a clean finish free of any excess residue or film left behind by the application process. Once detailing is finished, the application process is complete and it’s time to fill up the pool. Be sure to properly balance chemicals prior to diving in! It is always best to consult your project coordinator to determine best steps for ensuring your pool is ready to be used!

Storage Tips for the Winter

The 2022 pool season has come and gone and we’re just as sad as you. Not only do you need to properly close your pool, but there are some different ways of storing and maintaining your pool’s equipment, toys/floats/games, chemicals, etc.

Pool House: If you have a pool house- use it! You can make it an all-encompassing area for soring equipment, furniture, games/toys/floats, chemicals and other various pool-related items. During the swim season, your pool house can remain a focal point of entertaining while in the winter a secure spot to store your pool’s accessories.

Shed: Often times, a shed is houses all kinds of outdoor items, from lawnmowers to snowblowers. You can carve out a section of your shed to house your pool’s accessories over the winter. It is important you keep your pool section neat and tidy and that chemicals are properly stored.

Storage Bench: For smaller items like handrails, ladders, floats, toys and games, a storage bench is a great vessel to store these items. As a bonus, you can find storage benches that double as seating! Clean up is quick and easy- just toss your items in and shut the lid!

Design Your Own: Get creative! If you are a DIYer take on a project to turn a space in your home or backyard into a conventional area for storing your pool related items! You can find plenty of ideas on sites like Pintrest or Houzz!

Fun Fall-Themed Backyard Party Ideas

Looking for a way to get every last use out of pool season? Just because fall is here, doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy your backyard oasis by Colley’s. Here are some fun fall-themed backyard party ideas!

Halloween Backyard Party

One of the most exciting parts of fall is Halloween- throw a Halloween-themed backyard pool party! Make a splash by decorating your pool for Halloween! Think fog machines, floating pumpkins and skeletons in pool floats! You can also place lanterns around the exterior of your pool for a high-end haunted look.

Fall Festival Backyard Party

Celebrate the beauty of autumn by host a fall festival-style backyard party! Set your swimming pool lights to fall colors like red, gold or orange. Spread decorative plastic fall “leaves” across your pool and make sure to turn on any pool fire features like fire pits, strips or fireplaces.

Kid’s Camping Party

Break out the tents, sleeping bags and teepees and get ready for the best backyard camping party ever! Cover the floor of your pool in LED lit fiber optic star lights for a starry night look! Place lots of potted evergreens around the coping and hang summer camp-style flags above the pool. For an added touch of fun, put frogs, toadstool and other woodland creature figurines around the pool.

Pumpkin Decorating Party

Get into the autumn spirit by hosting a pumpkin decorating party! Did you know that pumpkins float? Turn your pool into a floating pumpkin patch with real or plastic pumpkins!

Tailgate Party

The Bills season is in full swing! For your backyard tailgate party, place football-shaped floats in the pool. You should also opt for some pool lighting, either by hanging it above the pool or inside the pool. Check out our retail store for a variety of games to play while in the pool! Go Bills!