Things You'll Need:
- Hand sander/sand blaster 24-grit sanding pad Fiberglass crack filler Wet/dry vacuum Water Soft cloth Gel-coat solvent Paint roller Gel coat
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Step 1
Remove as much of the old gel-coat surface as possible using a hand sander and 24-grit sanding pad.
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Step 2
Thoroughly vacuum sanding debris with a wet/dry vacuum.
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Step 3
Wash down the sides and bottom of the pool using a soft cloth and water. Allow the surface to dry completely before moving on to the next step.
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Step 4
Use a filler such as Fibre-ShelkoteTM to cover any cracks in the pool surface. Allow the filler to dry according to the package directions.
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Step 5
Lightly sand crack-filled areas smooth so that they blend with the contour of the pool surface. Wipe down the surface with a soft cloth and water. Allow the area to dry completely.
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Step 6
Apply a gel-coat solvent to remove any additional debris that might compromise the gel-coat surface. Do this just before applying the gel-coat product.
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Step 7
Roll on the first layer of gel-coat using a paint roller. Start with the farthest wall from the stairs. Do all the walls first and then the bottom of the pool
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Step 8
Allow the pool to dry until the surface is no longer tacky to the touch. This typically takes one to three hours.
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Step 9
Apply the second and third gel-coats in the same manner, allowing ample drying time between each application.
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Step 10
Allow the gel-coat to cure at least three days before re-filling pool with water.
