Gunite Or Vinyl

Ready made gunite pool projects typically cost between 50 000 and 100 000 upfront.

Gunite or vinyl.

The spray nozzle is connected to a pressurized water source. Gunite is a form of concrete that is sprayed into a hole in the ground in order to make a pool shell. You can t find a fiberglass pool to suit your needs. You re prepared to spend a lot of time and money maintaining your investment.

A gunite pool is a good fit if. Concrete or gunite pools. Vinyl can now also come in a variety of shapes and sizes though it does take some precision to make it fit right. The air compressor is much larger than that for shotcrete since more air pressure is required for spraying gunite than for shotcrete.

Now most people consider their time valuable gunite pools by nature require more time and upkeep because of their material. Concrete or gunite pools can be any size shape or depth. Gunite gunite equipment is made up of a dry mixture container a large air compressor a hose and spray nozzle. The smoothest concrete pool surface is a cheese grader compared to vinyl.

A vinyl liner pool is a good fit if. A finish like plaster tile or glue and stones is then spread over it to make the shell waterproof. Be sure to read the fine print. Gunite also offers a range of interior finishes.

You want a custom shape or depth. Vinyl liners are nonabrasive and smooth to the touch making them an ideal option for families with small children or anyone with sensitive feet. Built in seats tanning ledges and steps are limited. Probably the most significant difference between vinyl and gunite is the cost of ownership.

Your budget is in the 25 000 to 35 000 range. Gunite pools will require replastering and there is never a warranty on plaster. Vinyl liner pools do come with a warranty. In addition to this significant upfront cost concrete pool maintenance costs over 25 000 every ten years thanks to regular acid washes replastering and high chemical and electricity usage.

Many vinyl liner manufacturers have a 20 year pro rated warranty. The spray gun differs too. For most people there is no diy option for concrete pools. Low or high calcium levels in the water for example can cause scaling which is hard to reverse.

Surface is rough all you need to do is stick your hand in a concrete pool then a vinyl pool to feel the difference yourself. Your budget is 50 000 or more. Choose from any color plaster rocks tiles etc. Concrete or gunite pools allow for more flexibility with design features.

It s less expensive to install than a gunite pool and generally the least expensive option overall though some fiberglass installations can be cheaper. In the south gunite pools are cheaper than vinyl pools while in the north they are more expensive.