Epoxy resin is fast becoming one of the most-used coatings for multiple situations. The many advantages of using it to coat floors are well-documented, but what about using it as a swimming pool coating?
Before considering whether epoxy is the best coating for your pool, let’s first consider what the necessary attributes are for a great pool finish.
- The pool coating must have unrivalled waterproof properties.
- It must securely bond to the structural elements below. In most cases for in-ground pools in Australia, this will be concrete.
- Have enough elasticity to not crack during the normal expansion and contractions caused by weather and humidity.
- Be highly resistant to chemicals (e.g. chlorine).
- Be resistant to the effects of weather – in particular, UV rays.
- Be long-lasting.
- Have a smooth surface.
In addition, you might want to extend this coating further than the pool itself, making a walkway or deck area around the facility. This will, of course, need to be non-slip for safety reasons.
One of the greatest challenges of a pool coating is for it not to crack over time. This is particularly relevant at the bottom of the pool – the area that’s most subjected to the stresses of contraction and expansion.
Without fail, epoxy resin scores highly in each of these categories. Whether your pool is inside or outside, it’s most likely to be constructed of concrete. While this is an excellent choice, one of its failures is the tendency to crack over time. This is because of its porous nature. Many a proud pool owner has been dismayed by the appearance of cracks that aren’t only trip hazards, but also looks unsightly. And let’s not even mention the appearance of weeds….
This is where an epoxy pool coating provides the ultimate solution. Not only does it prevent cracks from appearing (both poolside and in the structure itself), but it’s also:
- Highly resilient to UV rays.
- Can be tinted to match pretty much every Australian standard colour.
- Can have bespoke decorative finishes.
- Is resilient to chlorine and other chemicals.
- Is non-slip.
- Creates a smooth surface that’s comfy to walk on in bare feet. And it doesn’t get hot under the sun!
- Lasts for many, many years.
- Requires little maintenance.
- Is stain resistant.
In short, there’s a reason that more and more Australians are turning on to the wonders of epoxy resin when constructing a new build or upgrading their existing pool. It’s because of its unrivalled performance!
Epoxy resin is also one of the most cost-effective options for coating your pool. Not only does it cost less than more traditional options (such as pool liners or tiling), but it’s far easier to apply and lasts far longer.
Some of the best swimming pool coatings in Australia are produced by Shimicoat, a longstanding leader in epoxy resin products. From the standalone swimming pool epoxy resin to their complete kits that contain everything you need for the perfect finish, Shimi is the go-to provider for every element of an epoxy resin coating project.
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