How a zero reading on your swimming pool test kit can be misleading. If your test kit is reading you have no chlorine in your swimming pool it may be because it is actually too high, not because it it too low. When you test for chlorine it is a type of colorimetric test, which…

There are two main culprits to having irritated eyes in a swimming pool. The first is an outrageous PH. The second is too much chloramine in the water. Chloramine is not chlorine in its free form. This is a disinfection byproduct and should be removed.

Rule 1. The Acid Test If you don’t have the cash available, our acid test will help you determine if you should save up or finance the renovation. 

Absent bald spots, the answer of this question relies more on when you want to improve the aesthetics of your pool.

There are three choices when it comes to swimming pool filtration. The three options available are cartridge, sand and Diatomaceous Earth (DE).  If your too lazy to read the rest of the article and want a middle ground reliable filter you can stop reading and decide on sand. For those of you who want more…

  If you have a fiberglass swimming pool, and your surface needs a little TLC. You have arrived at the right place.  Unfortunately, when you go to resurface a fiberglass pool your options are more limited than that of a concrete pool. In many cases the benefits of a one-piece fiberglass pool make this small trade off well worth…

Are you tired of playing ping-pong with your water chemistry, fixing one problem only to throw another value out of balance?  Do you want to check the work of you pool chemistry management company to be sure that they are maintaining proper chemistry balance? Or do you have a green mosquito breeding ground/swamp you want to…

Hotels, gyms, water parks and other commercial pool facilities depend on Fibre Tech. Your visitors don’t want to see poor water quality, cracks in the perimeter or a peeling liner when they come to your facility for a swim. We truly want to help you keep your pool surface in top condition for as long…

When it comes to purchasing pool water chemistry testing kits, it is vitally important that you get a kit that will test for the full range of chemical levels and contaminants. Over the years I have found that far too many pool owners opt for cheap “duo” kits that only test for pH and chlorine.

Did you know there are several different types of chlorine in your pool? Free Chlorine, Combined Chlorine, and Total Chlorine can all be found in a typical swimming pool, and although these terms may be new to you, they are worth keeping in mind. If you want to properly monitor and shock your pool, you’ll…

Pool weather will be here before you know it. Is your pool ready?

In addition to thousands of swimming pool resurfacing projects, Fibre Tech has successfully completed many projects in zoological settings including creating or renovating otter tanks at zoos, manatee tanks at a marine science center, numerous koi ponds and aquariums.

How Swimming Pool Resurfacing Saved Summer  

We’re big fans of great swimming pools, but a true man-made world wonder opened ten years ago at the San Alfonso del Mar Resort in Chile.

When summer heats up, it’s no wonder that people find themselves asking, “What does a fiberglass swimming pool cost?” The short answer is that it depends. If you are looking into a fiberglass pool, there are a lot of factors to consider, like what dimensions you have in mind and how you plan to have…

Pool chemicals and the elements can really do a number on a swimming pool. At some point, every pool will need to be refinished. If your pool has lost its luster, it’s time to think about pool refinishing. The question is, which popular swimming pool resurfacingoption will you choose, marcite or fiberglass?

What is free chlorine vs total chlorine?   When it comes to chlorine levels in pools, you may be confused by the different types of chlorine present.

Did you know there are several different types of chlorine in your pool? Free Chlorine, Combined Chlorine, and Total Chlorine can all be found in a typical swimming pool, and although these terms may be new to you, they are worth keeping in mind. If you want to properly monitor and shock your pool, you’ll…

Summer is closer than you might think.

You might have already done it, but that doesn’t mean it’s too late to learn the right way to close up your pool for the winter. Doing it right not only protects your pool from costly freezing mishaps, but also saves you time in the spring when when you or the kids can’t wait to…

It’s been a warm winter so far, and we hope you had a chance to use your pool a bit later than usual in 2015.

From family barbecues to lazy afternoons, your swimming pool can add a dose of fun and relaxation to your summers.

Today it’s more important than ever to consider our impact on the environment.

There are many different faces to pool restoration, from converting your tank to a salt water system, to adding or removing a diving board, to putting in a new pool liner, and even to resurfacing the deck around your pool. These days, DIY pool restoration is an option for those looking to save money, or…

Nothing adds beauty, value and fun to a home like a pool. Similar to remodeling a kitchen or building on a room, the addition of a pool to your home is both exciting and intimidating. After all, the number of surfacing options and available providers can quickly make the process overwhelming. Enter Fibre Tech. Our…

It has been said that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Nowhere is that more true than with pools, particularly when it comes to cleaning. A bit of light brushing will save you a considerable amount of cleaner’s fees down the road. This applies to anything from aging metal grates, which…

  You’ve been enjoying your pool for a while, but are starting to realize that it doesn’t quite look the same as it used to. Perhaps the water chemistry is off, or the ground around and underneath the pool has shifted and eroded. Regardless of the cause, you know that it’s time to resurface your…

Fibre Tech pool finishing has a wide range of benefits, from increased beauty and decreased pool surface maintenance and pool finish maintenance to increased pool economics. While the beauty of everyone’s pool is often paramount, seasoned pool owners know that the economics of a pool can be the most important factor over the long term.

As a parent, you most likely have to pay off:

We’ve written quite a bit on how to choose the right pool, the right surface, and the right depth. But we haven’t yet talked about the most important consideration of all — making sure your family stays safe in the water. Pool safety might seem simple enough (especially if you’re a good swimmer yourself), but…

Diving or Wading? Pool Depth, Demystified As we’ve explained, installing a pool is one of the biggest decisions a homeowner can make. Often the center of a home, pools are places for leisure, exercise, and fun, and they also affect property value.

While summertime means more time outdoors, it also means more visits to emergency rooms for pool-related injuries. These 5 pool safety tips can help ensure pool safety for you and your family this summer:

Today, luxury pools are growing more common, and there are many options for customization. If you don’t have a swimming pool and are thinking about getting one, it pays to know what your options are. Before you make that call, let’s go over the “big three” construction methods, as well as the best surface finishes…

Preventing metal stains is one of the most important maintenance tasks that swimming pool owners should focus upon. That’s because metal stains are one of the most common problems for pool owners everywhere. In fact, after more than 30 years of experience in the swimming pool industry, I can honestly say that the most common…

My company, Fibre Tech, has converted thousands of concrete pools to our patented fiberglass surface. One of the first things that I tell every one of my customers is to throw away their wire brushes after their pool has been resurfaced. That’s because the stiff, hard wire brushes that pool owners use to clean their…

Many customers ask me what is the best pool filter for their needs. Pool filters come in three varieties: cartridge, sand and diatomaceous earth. The fact is that all of these filters do a decent job of filtering the water – but each has its own advantages and disadvantages. A cartridge filter will only filter…

As an experienced professional who has tested and evaluated water in thousands of swimming pools, I can say without a doubt that DPD tablets are far more accurate than OTO drops for testing chlorine levels.

Maintaining proper alkalinity and pH levels in your pool water is vital, as these are factors that can cause burning of your eyes when swimming. It is also important to understand that alkalinity and pH are not the same thing.

Customers often ask me, “What is the best automatic pool cleaner?” The answer depends upon several factors, including the type and design of your pool. However, I can provide some basic information that I hope will help people to make the right choice for their particular pool.

In recent years, many customers have asked me about the advantages of putting a salt system into their swimming pools. As with many things, there are pros and cons – good points and not so good points.

In recent years the use of phosphate removers in swimming pools has been a hot topic and the subject of much debate. Here’s a little background on the subject. Phosphates are a biological building block that nourish and promote the growth of plants – including algae. Phosphates are present in all natural water, which obviously…

It’s a little known fact that fiberglass swimming pools require a higher level of calcium in the water in order to protect the grout around the tiles. Having installed Fibre Tech coating in thousands of pools over the past 30 years, I can’t count the number of times that frantic pool owners have called me and said,…