1. What is Pool Plastering?

Pool Plastering is the final layer of polish or interior pool finish that makes a pool’s interior visually appealing. Along with its aesthetic purpose, the coating smoothens and balances out the roughness of the concrete below it.

2. What is the Duration of Pool Plaster?

Depending on a variety of factors and how well you maintain your pool, your plaster can last from 7 to 10 years. The average life expectancy of a plastered pool is affected by regular pool maintenance and cleaning. If you take excellent care of pool plaster, such as marcite plaster can last up to 7-10 years while you’ll get an additional five years on the life of your pool is you use quartz aggregate blend for pool plastering.

3. When is the Best Time to Replaster a Pool?

While you can plaster your pool at any time of the year, the ideal weather is when it is a little cold and humid. That’s because high temperatures can cause early drying before the pool fills altogether leaving cracks in between the dry and wet plaster.

Preparing Your Pool for a Hurricane

During hurricane season, there is no better time to begin preparing your home and family for what could come our way. As Floridians, we know what kind of damage hurricanes can bring to our families, homes and towns. In order to protect your home and pool, there are some steps you can take to ensure […]

Cody Pools Named The #1 Pool Builder in the Nation for the 10th Year in a Row

Cody Pools has been named the #1 Pool Builder in the nation by Pool and Spa News Magazine in their list of the Top 50 Pool Builders list for 2022. This marks the 10th year in a row that Cody Pools has won the award, beginning in 2013. “I want to thank our amazing customers and dedicated […]

Cody Pools Announces $40,000 Donation To The Texas Oncology Foundation

Cody Pools, the #1 Pool Builder in the United States, announces a $40,000 donation to the Texas Oncology Foundation, through their fundraising efforts from their annual Cody Shack golf tournament. This donation is planned to be used to support multiple programs within The Texas Oncology Foundation, including assisting to transport people to and from radiation […]

Cody Pools Named as the #1 Pool Builder in the Nation for the 9th Year in a Row!

Cody Pools has been named as the #1 Pool Builder in the nation by Pool and Spa News Magazine in their list of Top 50 Pool Builders for 2021. This marks the 9th year in a row that Cody Pools has won the award, including 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and now […]

Tampa Florida Pool Remodeling Trends in 2021

If you’ve been thinking about remodeling your Tampa pool this summer, you’ll want to take a look at the top trends for this year. Here at Cody Pools, we can help you remodel your pool to add any of these popular features and designs to create somewhere you and your family will love spending […]

Ways to Cozy Up Your Backyard for Autumn

It’s official, fall is here. Today marks the first day of the fall for this crazy year of 2020. Enjoying our homes to the fullest has never been such a priority in our lives as this year has. This fall, we want to provide some tips on how to make your backyard cozy and comfortable […]

Challenger Is Now Cody Pools

Challenger Pools is excited to announce our full transition over to the Cody Pools brand of companies! With this transition pairs the quality & experience you expect from Challenger Pools with the assistance of the award-winning designers, buying power and systems of Cody Pools, which has been ranked the #1 Pool Builder in the USA […]

Pool Landscaping Tips and Ideas

Adding the right landscaping to your backyard swimming pool can provide a feeling of relaxation and comfort. It can add a bit more privacy and lighten the mood to make your backyard feel like a true oasis. With the right native plants, it can be a low maintenance and low cost job if you do […]

Common Signs of a Leaking Pool & What To Do

You decide to take a quick dip in your backyard swimming pool and notice the water is a bit lower than normal. Now, it’s normal for your pool to lose water to evaporation, splashing and even to backwashing. A ¼-1/2 inch is about normal every few days, however if you are noticing a significant difference, […]

Poolside Get-together Ideas: COVID Style

COVID-19 has rocked the entire world and has brought about inventive ideas to do our best and try to maintain life as normal. Below we provide some tips for a successful poolside party for you so you can enjoy those birthdays again, or just simply enjoy a Sunday afternoon. The most important thing for you […]