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What to Do If Your Pool Plaster Feels Rough
When your pool plaster starts feeling rough, turning what should be a refreshing dip into an uncomfortable experience, it is time to take professional action. Rough plaster does more than just irritate the skin of swimmers; it is a symptom of surface degradation that can diminish the value of your entire property. In Rancho Cucamonga, where our outdoor spaces serve as essential extensions of our homes, maintaining a pristine pool surface is a priority we take seriously at Xtreme Pools & Hardscapes.
Many homeowners are tempted to overlook plaster roughness or attempt "quick fix" DIY solutions. However, letting these issues fester—or applying the wrong treatments—often results in more extensive and expensive structural damage. Relying on professional expertise is the only way to preserve your investment and ensure the long-term safety of your pool.
At Xtreme Pools & Hardscapes, we have found that rough plaster is rarely a standalone issue. It is typically a sign of underlying complications that require a trained eye to diagnose.

Attempting to balance these variables without professional diagnostic tools can lead to a cycle of corrosive reactions that compromise the integrity of your pool.
Evaluating the severity of your plaster requires more than just a cursory glance. While you may notice the sandpaper texture or unsightly discoloration, a professional inspection by our team identifies the "why" behind the wear.
When we evaluate a pool, we look for critical indicators that the average homeowner might miss:
By choosing professional evaluation over a "wait and see" approach, you catch these problems while they are still manageable.
If your pool surface has reached the point of discomfort, reaching out to the experts at Xtreme Pools & Hardscapes is the most effective way to restore your backyard. Professional remodeling is a precise craft; it requires specific ratios of aggregates and specialized application techniques that cannot be replicated with off-the-shelf products.
As experienced contractors, we identify the root cause of the roughness and offer high-quality resurfacing options—including modern pebble finishes or polished aggregates—that are far more durable than standard plaster. We understand how material choices and local environmental factors interact, allowing us to suggest protective finishes that prevent future deterioration.
Hiring Xtreme Pools & Hardscapes means benefiting from our expertise in pool renovation and design. We determine whether a simple acid wash is safe or if a full resurface is required to protect your home’s plumbing and structure.
Once your pool has been restored, maintaining that smoothness requires a disciplined, professional approach. While basic skimming is a great start for any homeowner, the chemical and structural health of the plaster is best left to the experts.
Our professional maintenance strategies include:
These steps keep your pool looking exceptional and prevent the return of rough, jagged surfaces.
The satisfaction of entering a pool with a perfectly smooth surface is unparalleled. At Xtreme Pools & Hardscapes, our pool remodeling contractors specialize in pool resurfacing, tile and coping replacement, and comprehensive remodeling designed to restore comfort and beauty to your backyard.
Don't risk the longevity of your pool with temporary fixes or DIY experiments. When your pool plaster starts feeling rough, trust the experts who understand the unique challenges of Rancho Cucamonga pools.

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