Signs It’s Time to Replaster Your Pool
1. Rough or Sandpaper-Like Texture
As plaster ages, it can lose its smooth finish, becoming rough to the touch. This can lead to skin irritation and is often a sign of surface erosion or calcium leaching.
2. Visible Cracks or Delamination
Hairline cracks may appear with age, but deeper fissures or flaking layers (known as delamination) can point to more serious structural or bonding issues. Left untreated, these can spread or allow water intrusion.
3. Persistent Stains or Discoloration
Stains that don’t brush away—especially rust, copper, or organic blotches—can become embedded in aging plaster. Over time, these mar the overall appearance and are difficult to correct without resurfacing.
4. Chalky Residue or “Plaster Dust”
If you’re noticing a persistent cloudy film in your water or a powdery feel on surfaces, you may be experiencing plaster dust—typically a sign of deteriorating material.
5. Loss of Color Uniformity
Fading or mottling, particularly in colored or quartz plaster, is common with age. These changes are cosmetic but signal the plaster is nearing the end of its service life.
