PROS AND CONS OF SWIMMING POOLS
FIBERGLASS |
GUNITE |
VINYL LINER |
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PROS
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PROS
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PROS
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Smooth Satin Finish |
Unlimited Design |
Low initial cost |
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Permanent home improvement |
Permanent home improvement |
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Requires less chemicals |
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Temporary pool |
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Quick Installation |
Acid washing |
Liner replacement |
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17X stronger the concrete |
Replastering |
Susceptible to tearing, rips and punctures |
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Less Maintenance |
Excessive chemicals |
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Factory controlled quality |
Excessive electricity |
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Energy savings |
Sensitive to aglae |
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No skin abrasions |
Monthly pool service |
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Proven products |
Plaster |
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Lifetime warranty |
Concrete shows thru |
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Etching |
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CONS |
Abrasive |
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Limited shapes & sizes |
Stains/discoloration |
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