In The Swim Envirolon Rubber-Base Pool Paint - Black 1 Gallon | Durable Waterproof Coating for Inground & Above Ground Pools | Perfect for Pool Resurfacing & Maintenance

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Read more In The Swim Envirolon Rubber-Base Pool Paint In The Swim Envirolon rubber-base paint is a synthetic rubber formula. Envirolon rubber-base is ideally used for gunite, plaster, and concrete surfaces. It can also be used to recoat an existing rubber-base/chlorinated rubber finish. Two coats will last up to 3 years. A third coat may be needed depending on the surface porosity. Coverage: Approximately 250 - 300 square feet per gallon. Should be applied with a 9” roller equipped with a ⅜” nap. Apply second coat at least 4 hours after the first coat. Pot Life: Indefinite as long as it is properly sealed. Allow to cure for 3 days at 70° F before filling. Thinking about a new coat? Apply to bare concrete or plaster surfaces over old rubber base coatings Two coats suggested for initial application Yielding a 2 - 3 year average life Rubber-Base Pool Paint is applied with a paint roller Coverage : 250 square feet per gallon on average Read more Steps to Paint Your Pool Determine Area Size Determining the square foot of the area you are going to paint is important. This will help you figure out how many gallons of paint are needed to complete the job. It’s important to take the surface porosity and smoothness into account. When looking at how much paint you should purchase. Start by measuring the length and width of the area. Once you have those measurements plug them into the formulas below. Divide that number by the coverage square foot of the paint you are wanting to use. That will give you the number of gallons that you should purchase. Remember to look and see if the paint requires single or multiple coats and if it needs a primer. Drain Water Now that you have selected the paint type and know the square footage of the interior, it’s time to drain the pool. Rent or purchase a submersible pump. As soon as the outside ambient air temperature drops below 85° F. Check the local code for where pool water can be drained and start pumping. If the outside ambient air temperature is above 85° F stop draining the pool. At these elevated temperatures, the interior surface can crack and lose its structural integrity. While the pool is draining, remember that you can start to prepare the pool for paint. Prepare for Paint Now that the pool has been drained, you can start to prep the interior for paint. Start by removing the perimeter return jets, pool/spa light, main drain covers, aerator fittings and any other item you don’t want painted. Using painters tape, carefully tape off all the tile line, step/bench tiles, return lines, and skimmer mouth. Once you have everything taped off it’s time to prime. Read more Primer Coat Now that the pool has been drained and taped, it’s time to prime. Remember not all types of paint use a primer. So if you have paint that doesn’t use a primer, skip to the painting step. Roll the primer onto the interior surface of the pool using a 9” roller with a ½” nap, starting with the walls and ending with the floor. Once you’ve completed priming allow the prime to cure for 24 - 48 hours. Then it’s time to paint. Painting Interior The pool has now been drained, taped, and primed. It’s time for paint. The type of paint you choose will determine the number of coats. Start painting the walls first and finish with the floor. If the paint you are using requires a time period in between coats, make sure you take that time. It will allow the paint to cure and harden increasing its chemical resistance and life span. It is suggested for steps, shallow areas and wading pools, sprinkle sand on the coating before it dries to make the area slip-resistant. Fill and Balance Now that the pool is painted and the paint has cured, it’s time to fill the pool and balance the water. Depending on your area you may need to order a water truck to deliver. If you have a garden hose available, toss it in. The average pool should take anywhere from 36 - 48 hours to fill. Once the pool is full allow the fresh water to circulate for 3 - 4 hours. After the circulation period it’s time to complete the first water test of many on the new water. Make sure to test the water weekly to maintain proper water balance and overall pool health. Read more