Pebble & Aggregate Pool Finish in Orlando, FL
Upgrade your Orlando pool with a pebble or quartz aggregate finish that delivers a resort-style appearance and outlasts standard plaster by a decade or more.
- Multiple aggregate options
- Resort-quality results
- Certified applicators
What Is Pebble & Aggregate Pool Finish?
Aggregate finishes embed small pebbles, quartz crystals, or glass beads into a cement base coat, creating a textured, multi-tonal surface that is significantly harder and more stain-resistant than plain plaster.
Why Choose Crystal Pool Service for Pebble & Aggregate Pool Finish
Why Choose Us
Crystal Pool Service's applicators are trained on multiple aggregate systems including pebble blends and quartz finishes. We've completed renovations on pools in Dr. Phillips, Baldwin Park, and Winter Park where homeowners wanted a finish that stands out and holds its color under Central Florida's relentless sun.
Common Pebble & Aggregate Pool Finish Scenarios
Upgrading from Old Plaster
Homeowners replacing worn plaster often choose an aggregate finish to avoid replastering again in 7 years and to upgrade the pool's visual appeal simultaneously.
Color Fading Issues
Standard painted or tinted plaster surfaces fade noticeably within a few years in Orlando's UV environment, while aggregate finishes retain color integrity far longer.
New Pool Construction Finish
Builders and homeowners finishing a newly gunited shell frequently select pebble or quartz over plain plaster for its longevity and design flexibility from day one.
Our Pebble & Aggregate Pool Finish Process
Existing Surface Removal
We drain and hydro-blast or chip out the existing finish down to the gunite or concrete shell, removing all residual plaster and ensuring a clean bonding surface throughout.
Base Coat Application
A polymer-modified base coat is troweled onto the shell to create the structural layer that holds the aggregate and compensates for any minor surface irregularities in the shell.
Aggregate Finish Troweling
The aggregate mix is applied by hand and troweled to a consistent depth across all surfaces, then exposed with a mild acid wash to reveal the pebble or crystal texture.
Startup and Sealing Process
We fill the pool and manage a 28-day startup chemistry protocol to harden the finish, balance calcium saturation, and prevent early etching common in Florida's aggressive water conditions.
Pebble & Aggregate Pool Finish - Frequently Asked Questions
Quality aggregate finishes typically last 15 to 25 years in Central Florida under proper water chemistry maintenance. That longevity makes the higher upfront cost compared to plaster economically sensible over the life of the pool.
Finer pebble and quartz blends have a smooth, slightly textured feel similar to river stone. Coarser pebble options can feel firm underfoot. We carry multiple texture grades and recommend smoother options for households with young children.
Yes, significantly. Darker aggregate finishes create deep blue or teal water color that mimics Caribbean water. Lighter blends produce a bright turquoise look. We can show you water color samples before you choose a finish.
Swimming is typically safe 10 to 14 days after application once the startup chemistry cycle is complete and water readings confirm correct calcium hardness, pH, and alkalinity levels are stable.
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Pebble & Aggregate Pool Finish Near You
Crystal Pool Service provides pebble & aggregate pool finish throughout Orlando and surrounding communities.
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