Excerpt from Aqua Magazine featuring our Expert Specifying / Corrosion Engineer Peter Gibson Polymer Composite A Polymer Solution to Pool Finish Challenges Fiberglass Polymer Composite Resurfacing By Eric Herman, Senior Editor The pool and spa industry desperately needs a new interior-finish alternative, at least according to coatings specialist and inventor Peter Gibson. He passionately believes
Glasscoat Reinforcement in Resin What Are the Benefits of Glass Fiber Reinforcement in Resin? By Peter Gibson Our Expert Specifying / Corrosion Engineer Ten benefits of using glass fiber reinforcement in resin are: It improves the thermal stabilization of the coating It improves the mechanical properties Reduces moisture permeation of the coating Extends coating life
Fiberglass Swimming Pools What You Should Know About Pool Resurfacing By Peter Gibson Our Expert Specifying / Corrosion Engineer The time has arrived to resurface your pool. Today, the pool owner has more choices. Historically, plaster was the standard method, but due to long-term performance advantages, pool owners are increasingly utilizing fiberglass. It is important
Why Fiberglass Pool Technology? Topic: Fiberglass Pool Technology By Peter Gibson Our Expert Specifying / Corrosion Engineer Here are nine reasons why fiberglass is the best choice for pool resurfacing: Fiberglass is the material that has modernized swimming pool renovation. It is the idea way to contain water. This material is well known for its
Fiberglass Case Study Topic: Fiberglass Swimming Pool Resurfacing By Peter Gibson Our Expert Specifying / Corrosion Engineer Fiberglass provides a long-lasting solution to surface problems and eliminates the need for acid washing, painting, and re-plastering. These fiberglass linings are not subject to degradation like conventional materials, including vinyl liners. Fiberglass can be applied to steel,
Fiberglass Pool Resurfacing Excerpt from Aqua Magazine featuring our Expert Specifying / Corrosion Engineer Peter Gibson FIBERGLASS POLYMER – HOW IT WORKS By Peter Gibson A fiberglass resurfacing polymer lining system is applied as a liquid and upon curing, it conforms to the shape of the concrete structure, steel or existing fiberglass structure. There is no need
keywords: pool composite fiberglass pool resurfacing Excerpt from Aqua Magazine featuring our Expert Specifying / Corrosion Engineer Peter Gibson The Composite Materials Revolution Fiberglass Pool Resurfacing By Peter Gibson Have you ever wondered why boats and surfboards are made of fiberglass? You don’t need to be a materials scientist to recognize that fiberglass is the containment
keywords: Glasscoat Swimming Pool Repair fiberglass swimming pool Excerpt from Aqua Magazine featuring our Expert Specifying / Corrosion Engineer Peter Gibson FIBERGLASS SWIMMING POOL – GLASS FIBER REINFORCEMENT AND RESINS By Peter Gibson Let’s start with a basic definition of the material: Fiberglass is a composition of glass fibers in a thermosetting resin matrix. It is hardened/cured
COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF PLASTER & GLASSCOAT PLASTER POOL CONDITIONS GLASSCOAT As plaster wears, roughnessincreases. Quartz and pebbleplaster becomes rough with age. ROUGH SURFACES Glasscoat is always smooth.No scratched feet. Any substantial pool movementcan cause cracks and leaks. STRUCTURAL CRACKS Adds structural strength to poolshell. Prevents leaking. Little resistance to stains and blemishes, even if surface
Glasscoat Resurfacing – The Superior Material to Restore Your Pool’s Surface Glasscoat resurfacing has a proven track record in severe industrial corrosion environments. Glasscoat is the most often specified material by aquatic consultants for commercial pool resurfacing and aquatic facility restoration. Glasscoat eliminates: Cracks and leaks Algae and staining Rough surfaces Discoloration High chemical usage
Fiberglass Characteristics Overview Fiberglass glasscoat pool resurfacing offers many benefits such as: Corrosion resistant and waterproofing properties Structural–repairs cracks and leaks. High strength, flexibility, and crack bridging properties Low life-cycle cost Much longer service life than competing materials Virtually no periodic maintenance Excellent aesthetic retention over service life Better warranty compared to competing materials Written
fiberglass technology Why Glasscoat is the Best Choice Fiberglass Technology GLASSCOAT is the material that has modernized pool refinishing. It is the ideal material to contain water. This material is well known for corrosion resistance, low life-cycle cost, no periodic maintenance, and long service life. GLASSCOAT is inert and imparts waterproofing properties for cracked/leaking pools.
The Glasscoat Multi-Layer Technology Explained SPRAY APPLICATION WITH PRECISION… STATE OF THE ART EQUIPMENT GLASSCOAT is unlike conventional fiberglass. Glasscoat is a spray applied application. The glass fiber reinforcement/resin is concurrently sprayed using sophisticated high-output plural component equipment. The sprayed method offers many technical advantages over the hand-applied method. GLASSCOAT is widely specified by aquatic
Glasscoat – Guaranteed to Outlast & Outperform Other Materials APPEARANCE A beautiful, sparkling look. The glasscoat surface permanently remedies a dull, lackluster appearance, and instantly improves the pool’s appeal DURABILITY A long lasting solution to surface problems. Glasscoat eliminates other materials’ need for acid washing, painting and replastering. Glasscoat is not subject to degradation like