4 STEPS TO A PERFECT BARE FIBERGLASS/GELCOAT APPLICATION

Step 1: Clean/Prep

Use tri-sodium phosphate (TSP), sulfamic or muriatic acid solution, and a high-pressure (3000 PSI) minimum power washer. Scrub the entire pool surface with TSP solution to remove all dirt, oils, and chalk. All surfaces should then be acid etched with a 15-20% solution of sulfamic or muriatic acid to remove mineral deposits and to achieve a medium sandpaper grade finish on bare concrete or plaster surfaces. Neutralize/rinse with TSP and water.

If surface is exceptionally hard, we recommend sanding with 60-80 grit sandpaper to create surface profile, prior to applying the first coat of Woolsey Premium Epoxy Pool Paint. New concrete and plaster surfaces must be cured a minimum of 28 days prior to painting.

4 STEPS TO A PERFECT BARE FIBERGLASS/GELCOAT APPLICATION

Step 2: Test

After all cleaning is completed, allow the pool surface to dry. It is recommended to wait 5 dry sunny days then perform a condensation test to determine surface dryness. Tape 2’x2’ pieces of transparent plastic to areas in the deep end wall, floor, and several of the other areas of the pool. Wait about 4 hours to determine if condensation has formed underneath the plastic. If condensation is evident, the surface is not dry enough to paint. Remove the plastic and wait 24 hours to perform the test again and continue until no condensation forms. This ensures that the surface is dry enough to apply paint.

4 STEPS TO A PERFECT BARE FIBERGLASS/GELCOAT APPLICATION

Step 3: Mix

Mechanically mix Part A for approximately 5 minutes. Mechanically mix Part B for approximately 5 minutes. Mechanically mix both Part A and Part B together for approximately 15 minutes. Once mixed, allow the material to stand at 65ºF and above for 20 minutes. Allow to stand at 45 minutes at temperatures 50ºF - 65ºF to ensure chemical reaction before using.

4 STEPS TO A PERFECT BARE FIBERGLASS/GELCOAT APPLICATION

Step 4: Apply

It is recommended that you apply two coats of this product with a 3/8” nap roller.