What is Pebble Sheen?

Pebble Sheen® brand pool finish takes the natural brilliance and durability of the Pebble Tec brand to a refined level. Pool resurfacing with Pebble Sheen® adds the appearance of sophisticated elegance to the natural look of pebble.

How long does Pebble Sheen last?

Traditional pool resurfacing materials require a high level of maintenance and will only last 5-10 years before it needs to be replaced. We generally would expect a Pebble Tec surface to last upwards of 20 years with proper maintenance.

How much does Pebble Sheen cost?

Thanks to its relatively simple look and material makeup, pool plaster is a lot less expensive than Pebble Tec®. White plaster costs about $4 for every square foot of pool surface. Meanwhile, a pebble finish, like Pebble Tec® or Pebble Sheen®, can easily cost $10 or more per square foot.

What is Pebble Sheen for a pool?

PebbleTec pool surfaces only use the finest imported pebbles, glass beads, and seashells to ensure clarity and an ideal texture. Unlike plaster or pool liners, PebbleTec finishes are resistant to natural discoloration and do not require chemicals to maintain color vibrancy.

Whats the difference between PebbleTec and Pebble Sheen?

Pebble Sheen incorporates the same technology as Pebble Tec, but uses smaller pebbles for a slicker finish. This pool interior has the Aqua Blue Pebble Sheen finish.

What Is It - PebbleSheen by Mike Farley, SWD, ASLA

What is the smoothest pool finish?

Traditional white plaster (or marcite) gives pools a smooth, classic appearance and remains a popular choice despite the range of pool finishes that have emerged over the years. The most inexpensive pool finish option, it typically lasts five to seven years before any signs of etching or chipping appear.

What is Pebble Sheen made of?

Pebble Tec^® is made up primarily of small pebbles, white portland cement, and coloring. What makes this product unique are the pebbles themselves. These pebbles are harvested from around the world for their color, size, and smooth shape and are combined to create a wide range of colors.

How does Pebble Sheen feel?

Texture Choices

The texture of pebble pool finishes is a part of its draw and feel, however. Pebble surfaces are also non-slip, reliable and resilient. Baja Mini Pebble is a unique choice. Baja Mini Pebble is a type of pebble that is created with a smaller aggregate than standard pebble, so the texture is smoother.

Can you paint Pebble Sheen?

You Can Paint Pebblecrete – But You Need To Start With The Right Paint. You can't just use any type of paint to paint the interior of a pebblecrete pool, and your pool surface.

What is better than pebble Tec?

River rok is good alternative, stones are somewhat smaller and smoother than pebble tec. Can also custom the colors to your liking.

Why is pebble Tec so expensive?

Pebble Tec pool surfaces are more expensive. Compared to plaster, Pebble Tec is more expensive due to the high quality pool resurfacing material it uses. Pebble Tec is a little rougher. Pebble Tec pools are a little rougher on your feet than plaster.

How often should you resurface a pool?

It varies depending on the type of pool, with plaster or cement pools needing to be resurfaced every 3-7 years while fiberglass pools can sometimes go as long as 15-30 years.

Is PebbleTec better than plaster?

Pebble Tec® is a newer trend and has become popular in the last couple of decades for good reason. While it is more expensive than plaster, it is the highest quality pool resurfacing material available due to its longevity and ability to hide chemical residue.

How long after PebbleTec Can you swim?

DO. allow time (approx. 28 days) before assessing your final water and finish colors. The start-up and balance will allow the water and finish color to change over this period.

What is the smoothest PebbleTec finish?

Made from our smallest natural pebbles, PebbleFina® delivers the smoothest aggregate finish available. The pool finishes that comes from this exclusive product line is enriched with additives that provide superior strength and long-lasting durability over a traditional pool replaster.

Is PebbleTec waterproof?

With Pebble Tec^® Your Design Choices Are Unlimited.

It also serves as the waterproofing membrane and provides a smooth comfortable finish to relax on.

Can you PebbleTec over plaster?

Pebble Tec, Hydrazzo, Sun Stone Select. Diamond Brite, Wet Edge,etc are a number exposed aggregate finishes in the pool industry that are referred to as plaster. I wanted to post this explanation so you can understand the differences and terminology. To answer your question, yes, you can re-plaster any pool.

How long does PebbleTec take to dry?

Pebble Tec Explained

The very top layer of cement is then hosed away to expose the pebbles, and the pool is left to cure for about 24 hours.

Is PebbleTec rough on feet?

like Pebble Sheen or Pebble Fina. Pebble Sheen is not very rough on the feet, whereas Pebble Tec might be. Pebble Sheen is an excellent product.

Which is better PebbleTec vs wet edge?

Unlike Wet Edge, Pebble Tec utilizes superior material that is able to enhance the look and feel of backyards with naturally tumbled stones and the finest pebbles from all across the world.

How long does it take to resurface a pool with PebbleTec?

Pool resurfacing usually takes about 5-7 days to complete. The pool resurfacing process can be hindered by weather, however, and may take up to 14 days in certain cases.

How often should a pool be replastered?

As such, it's important to set aside a budget for replastering in the long run. But many pool owners ask: “how often do you need to replaster a pool?” on average, a pool needs to be replastered every ten years or so. However, there are several factors that could cause this maintenance to come sooner or last longer.

Which pool finish lasts the longest?

What is the cheapest pool finish?

Plaster finishes are the cheapest and easiest to install, but they lack durability. Aggregates can be the most attractive but are slightly more expensive and more time-consuming. Tile finishes are the most expensive and take the longest, but their durability is top-notch.