Complete Resurfacing and Retiling of My Pool - By Myself

[@KilloByt3]

You freaking ROCK! I am also a woman who has a pool and there are lazy people who own companies who never even show up for an estimate. I stumbled on your video to research how hard this would be to do it as a DIY. It looks like it is hard but not impossible! Thanks for the encouraging video!

[@craigbrehmer1504]

I have been in contracting for over 25 years and I am now I the process of doing the exact job you did. I have to say I'm very impressed. All of the work alone is no easy task. You should be very proud of yourself. Great Job.

[@akhileshchauhan386]

Hamko bhi milega tailss lalagane ke liye. Mobile number 9940038109

[@myronlubman1051]

What a great job you did! I am a 74 year old Viet Nam Vet. My wife and I are in the process of our own pool restoration. We have an older Marcite liner on our pool. None of the pool companies will repair ours as it was made with asbestos. So we are doing it ourselves. Wish us luck.

[@toosense]

Good luck!

[@pecoswild]

Great job Sherrie. My wife and I do all of our own projects for two reasons- we like the work and the sense of accomplishment and we like to save the money in labor. You have encouraged me to now convince her to do our pool ourselves.

[@dhoward5607]

The one thing I've learned is the best motivator to do it yourself is to get estimates from other people.

[@Grofica82]

no joke!!!!!!!!!!

[@darkroe123]

Sherrie… Absolutely fantastic! I was focusing on the pool repair itself. I didn’t realize it was a woman doing this job until the end. Thank you for the graceful and powerful display of equality. Conversely, this guy (below) who rambles on about his theories of issues and his negative commentary has only benefited us with yet another example. That being, man or woman, there will always be some little mind with a big ego. Thankfully, as can be seen in the many positive commentaries, he is a small representation of ignorance in our wonderful “do-it-yourself communities”.

[@sylviaoleksy4908]

Hi! Wow - I am so so Impressed! I am also of the breed where I just say - to hell with it & it can't be that bad! Then there is a long period of "what did I get myself into!" & then the "MY GOD!" - I DID IT! :) We are out there!!!! :)

[@alanbarak7722]

Sherrie, you are a star. Looks like a thorough job, with careful prep. Thanks for sharing some of your "lessons", as well.

[@lovelyswede]

I am soooooo impressed. I found this on Pinterest and assumed it was a guy the whole time. The more I watched, the more I thought “there’s no way i could do this by myself”, and then.......ta-daaaa! Of course I can. Love it

[@devenp2069]

Incredible job Sherrie! I admire your determination. You are an inspiration for any do-it-yourselfer

[@avidreader1009]

You are such a motivation Sherrie. Yes women can do things for ourselves. Great Job!!!

[@maris7236]

WOW just WOW that is so admirable being a woman that is very independent i like to take on things that most would not this was a huge project and it came out beautifully done i wish i had means to do it myself great job!

[@Cajunqueen33]

Sherrie! Kudos to you for the can-do attitude AND for doing it! It's fantastic! Thank you for showing me that I CAN attempt this job myself.

[@leohoneycutt7961]

Okay, Sherrie, we're five years later. How did the Sider-crete hold up? Thanks and great job.

[@TheBlackSheepChronicles]

Curious...did it hold up?

[@remedy234]

Any update ?

[@MadMax-yq9ix]

Update please!

[@bryansheridan9486]

Please let us know, id love to do this

[@whitephoenixfire88]

Update please!

[@Maribelrodriguezlacantante]

You go girl!!! Im about to do mine!!! Thanks for sharing.

[@oceanluvr30]

Great job...i know completely how you feel and why you do it yourself. I have been in the same situation many times. No one seems to want to work or work very hard. That is why I have installed a metal roof on my home, removed tile and re-riled my home and re-did our kitchen. I am now re-doing the pool Great video!

[@mhwp3286]

Can you update how this is holding up??

[@jimmazzochi9122]

Ambitious and a beautiful job !!! You must be proud of yourself !!!!

[@alixhice]

WOW! That’s one hell of an undertaking. Congratulations on a superb job. Your pool looks amazing. Well done. We are in the final phase of our pool remodel (water chemistry balancing and brushing), so I know what a huge job it was with three different teams of subcontractors. Enjoy the fruits of your labor. ❤️

[@salguerrero1927]

Just finished watching ur video. You did a great job!!!! I recently drain my pool and looking to replaster it. I will definitely checking sider-crete products. Thank you for sharing. You inspire me. I’m also a woman, mother of 4 and a grandmother of 6. Thank you!

[@benlindsayhondo]

Great job Sherrie! Something to be proud of for sure.

[@tendajiakili7136]

I am there with you sister! Hard headed and determined with a head full of commonsense aaaaaand youtube!

[@markd5067]

Wow! I'm very impressed. You should feel very proud of what you've accomplished. I have my resurfacing budgeted in for a company to do it but after seeing your video, I'm going to have to seriously consider tackling the job myself. Thank you for posting your video!

[@rim2781]

Hi - I know it’s been some time, but do you remember how many buckets of the Sider Crete kit you used? As well as if you know how many gallons of water your pool has? Thanks in adv

[@ColonelK0rn1]

Nicely done. Nothing better than challenging yourself to something that other people want too much money to do, or either just don't want to do for what you're offering.

[@jodieesherouse6607]

Thank you for posting this!!! my husband and I purchased an older home with an older pool and hate to spend the big bucks on something we know we can tackle. This was so helpful. Beautiful pool!!!

[@claudefeland105]

Very nice!!!! Getting ready to do the same to ours!!!! I'm researching now... oh boy! what a task!!

[@lanna7917]

nothing a woman can't do when she puts her mind to it ...great job! your pool looks absolutely great and refreshing!...I like your panache and spirit you go girl.

[@gerardhakobyan2740]

I'm curious to know how the product is holding up so far. I'm considering using this product but there is not much info on the internet to do a research. Thanks!

[@TheSharonmcr]

Great job!!! I have the same mindset you have. If I can't get someone to help me...I do it myself although you have really done a lot more than I thought I could. You encourage me. I do all my own wall prepping, wallpapering, tiling, painting and some minor carpentry and electrical. Thank you for sharing. Our pool needs resurfacing badly, too. You inspire me....:)

[@ghasanahmed6159]

Sherry great job how did it hold up

[@lonetwin123]

Brilliant job, well done !

[@ranpeaches4757]

Sherrie great job!! So when you acid wash the pool does that take the old concrete out?

[@christophertitanic9536]

Nice video. I'm about to attempt it myself. I am confused as to how long I can let the plaster sit before refilling. Most say fill it right away.

[@Montery12]

I cannot believe you re-plastered your pool by yourself and without expert help. How far down did you go on the chipping of the old plaster? What plaster mix did you use? What did you mix it with?

[@tammygillettVictoryGarden]

looks great. I think i used the same glass tile too. After the winter much of it had fallen off and was a mess. uggg I live in new england so assume waterline came up and froze right on the tile. Wondering if I kept water line down would have helped.

[@cocomadison1976]

You go girl. Pool looks amazing.

[@sergep8341]

Great job.that inspired me, same kind of pool, same issues.

[@brendankeough7552]

do you have current photos of the plaster? I would like to see how it lasted 9 years later?

[@jfcasares]

Hi Sherrie, can you tell me how you located the leak in your pool?

[@iconoclast1399]

In new concrete pool construction a polished pool surface is considered the premiere finish. In an old pool if the plaster is sold and does not need patching then it is relatively straight forward and can be done in a day by two men on an average pool and give you an incredible finish.

[@corriesnow6689]

dude. fck that shit. you just inspired me to not fill my pool but fix it. i had 9 contractors to come and quote. still waiting. thanks for the motivation man. you are the best

[@dha007]

Hi. Just saw your video. Great job. How is the plaster holding up?

[@kevennguyen3507]

quick question, wouldn't it be more effective to use an electric paint sprayer to apply the coatings? so that even it's one person, you're faster than 3 persons?

[@rontn64]

How is the sider product holding up after all these yrs?

[@sergioamescua6264]

Looks good brother. I already know how hard it is to take on big projects like that by yourself. That's been the story of my life since I bought my house. Hey but your pool looks like the pros did it. Hey if you pulled this off there ain't nothing you can't really do. Again awesome job. Enjoy

[@scottmcwilliams2204]

Great job! I'm wondering how the SiderCrete has held up after all of these years. Any issues? Is it time to redo it again?

[@markleonard3041]

Did the tile cement and grout hold up since the time it was installed some 3 years later?

[@salgalvano3573]

I am retiling my pool and you mentioned an acrylic mix for the grout and tile moretar (adhesive) can you please tell me the brand you used? for each? Thank you. AMAZING job very impressive.

[@jasonpolischeck8828]

Amazing video. I am doing my pool myself as well.. I am 1 week in and I have tile demoed out and about to install.. I am just going to paint over. My plaster is in great shape..I got lucky. I gotta say... After a few beers and some hours of work you do get tired if you're alone.

[@Paddy_PI]

Wow! Excellent work. I know the feeling of having big projects and your "buddies" not coming over to help. I'm looking to do my pool resurface myself as well. Thanks for the video!

[@AndyCinDallas]

Thank you for the tip about Sider-Crete (I'm about to dive into this myself and was looking for good pool plasters) - and congrats on a great job!

[@stewertadam9986]

What product was used for the resurfacing of the pool

[@brendankeough7552]

fools plaster

[@destinyreturns4885]

You did a fantastic job. You should be very proud of your hard work. I'm curious how things have held up over the years and if there was anything in hindsight or now that you would do differently. Peace

[@Nina-Patriot]

What an amazing woman ! Bravo

[@nightwaves3203]

How many years does the sider-crete coating last?

[@dpwinfla]

Thank you for posting this. I am getting ready to apply Sider Crete this weekend and am pleased to see how nice it looks. My preparation was similar to yours, although I had to remove urethane paint. Nicely done!

[@yaimaherrera9952]

WOW IMPRESSIVE. SO WHAT DID YOU USE FOR THE PLASTERING?

[@rairai3517]

Looks like you pressure washed the deck too , good job , did you replace the pump and filter also ?....

[@mrsmithj]

Thank you for sharing. Your pool looks amazing. How did you clean your coping around the pool?

[@Sdart0828]

How is the pool holding up?

[@skinnydog4]

Fantastic job. I will also be doing this by myself. How much did the kit cost, and when you tiled, did you caulk between tile top and decking? My pool also lowers water every couple days, but I will see where it's leaking from when I empty pool. I have tiles falling off and a gap between tile tops and decking , so I will be doing it all. How has the roll plaster lasted so far?

[@9az56t82]

You did a fantastic job

[@hbrookes]

This will be me as we just purchased our first pool home in florida. How is the final finish put on? spray, Roller etc..Thanks

[@brendankeough7552]

it's applied with pixy wings from hopium. make sure to get the can with mickey mouse on it. you can use your friends and family to piss your money away!

[@donnadie1926]

If we compare auto body repair, walls repairs, wood repair etc. Almost the same. But pool repairs are totally different because there is 1: water 2: chemicals 3: pressure. If you remove old plaster you will be able to see crack or oxidation on the gunite frame bars etc. When just paint over the old material plaster is not good idea... good luck!

[@squiffordmania]

I can't believe you tackled that on your own. Fantastic job!!!

[@nepalrm]

Hey Sherrie, excellent job. Thank-you. I have emptied our pool and cleaned it as the water has been pumped out. Thank you for mentioning the diamond grinder. I've been using a drill and a steel wire brush, but it's kind of slow and go. I was starting to think, I would simply put mortar over the rough stuff and save the entire step of trowling the mortar before putting on the tiles. :) Wow 10X with the power washer??? Our pool looks ok, I may save the resurfacing step and just re-do the tile. Last time 13 years ago, I had it re-plastered and tiled for $7,500. That's why now, Ima doit myselfer again!!

[@subliminll]

Nice work!!! I think this is my fall project....

[@georgenaps5255]

Wow that was an awesome job. I love your tenacity to get things done...

[@camilledepoy814]

Wow Sherrie!! I am so impressed and so proud of you!!! That is an amazing job, well done. You are an inspiration. We've been staring at a pool we weren't permitted to fill because of the drought. It's time. Thank you for posting this. I feel like it's doable now.

[@bexaminer1]

I'm redoing my pool now. I've done it several times in the last 10 years but that's because my pool had been painted originally and so I just keep on doing that. But I have all the steps down. Drain it, pressure wash it. Use my grinder to go over the entire pool. Acid wash the pool. Rinse the pool go over a few places generally with the grinder. One more pressure wash. Let it dry, Mask it off and spray it. But I can say that this is the last time I'll be doing it. I'm having pebble tec put on before the next job. Right now the guys are about 18 months out believe it or not. I did wonder about something. Every place I've looked to see how they replaster a pool they always chip the old pool with numatic tools. That's a huge job. You didn't have any photos at all of how you applied the new surface. I wondered how you did it. Also, now that it's been a long time I wonder how it held up. Oh, lastly I can relate to your grout issue. This time the first thing that I did was to use my grinder and remove the old grout from the tile. Then I regrouted, half the pool. Waited until the next day and used 120 grit paper to sand it off. Wow. What a job. It took me several hours to get it off. I'm glad that was the shallow end. Live and learn. Today I'll go ahead and grout the last half, but this time, I'm going to sponge it off as I go. Lesson learned.

[@tentinquarentino.3076]

i do exactly this stuff all day.. Awesome job!!!!

[@jmatthews7228]

Resurfacing normally includes chipping the old plaster out and replacing it with new plaster. This was more like a paint job.

[@lacreshajohnson5576]

How did you fix the pool leak at main drain?

[@chipanderson4768]

Thinking about doing this. How has it held up over the years?

[@brendankeough7552]

i'm assuming it fell apart after about 2-4 years. probably to proud to admit she wasted the time and the money.

[@brendankeough7552]

now you have to remove that junk before you put real plaster on.

[@whitephoenixfire88]

How did this hold up? Any long term review?

[@brendankeough7552]

2 years and it all fell off

[@aggiebear2230]

I have a question, how much does it cost for just an acid wash? If someone did the acid washing I wouldn't mind doing the resurfacing myself. Also did you have to do any sanding? What plaster did you use? Our pool is leaking now as well. I guess I'm just looking for advice.

[@323mfg007]

Awesome job Sherrie. Thank's for sharing .

[@melissahernandez8879]

Amazing job and power to you for taking it on yourself

[@LocalPoolRenovations]

Hi Sherrie, well done on doing it yourself, I am curious if you could post some close ups of the tiles, I am also wondering if you had any issues with the glass tiles since?

[@eduardopreciado3987]

Glass tile its no good for pools they make calcium on the wather line and its hard clean glass tiles!!

[@wendellcortes1450]

It's my cel or the video doesn't have sound ???

[@yes1dear]

Great job! I had no idea until the end that you were a woman. I assumed the whole time this was a man in the video. I love that you were able to do this yourself! I wish I had the know how to perform renovations like this on my own home.

[@neverclearone]

I just love the color of the water in a white pool! I saw the movie and congrats on the job. My daughter and I are going to be doing this this spring. Ours however is a hybrid pool with fiberglass surround and concrete bottom. We painted 3 years ago and it peeled around the water edge(above water.) We hired someone and ended up finishing it ourselves as you said, no one wants to work on redo's unless they are making a killing.

[@drrhelms54]

Did you have to acid wash after you plastered??

[@jaymund1130]

Great job! Amazing that you did most of it alone. Two thumbs up! Watching your video has given me confidence to do my own.

[@tworiversuk]

great project bud, I have a smaller pool that I want to completely tile block construction, laid on there sides, 9" thick walls then rendered, need to waterproof it, the tile with glass looks like I will have to do it myself also

[@adrianaortega7805]

What material did you use to resurfacing?

[@richardbianco2534]

Hi, really nice job. I am getting ready to do my pool and was wondering how this material (sider crete) has held up. I have read conflicting reviews on the material. How long has it been in your pool and how well is it holding up? Any information on this would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, and again, really nice job! Thanks for posting this.

[@orlandodominguez9944]

Where do I start

[@4wdaddict41]

How did it not pop out ?

[@suzannejohnson6944]

what brand of plaster did you use?

[@cajuncutie12]

I am super impressed!! We are needing to do ours, was told anywhere from 10,000. to resurface....yikes!!! We only paid 18k to have it built in 2004, so was checking to see how hard to diy. So this was rolled on? For some reason I thought it would be like regular plaster, a put on by trowel? You did a fantastic job lady, and one you can be proud to say you diy!!

[@PinkGum316]

She never make resurfacing with diamond Brite and never used de onecoat primer,,was a cleaning and painting with epoxy paint and is possible stay good por 8 or 10 years

[@marvimage]

Hey great job! How long did the sider-crete hold up? Would you use it again?

[@gerardorodriguez4489]

Wow you did an amazing job congratulating 👏👏👏👍

[@lmbrowne80]

Nice job! Our pool in AZ needs resurfacing. It's been empty for over 5 years and I'd love to go swimming again. What is the size of your pool and what type of cleaning system do you have?

[@johannthomas4918]

Nice work1 hats off to you. What was the cost minus the titling work, just to replaster?

[@Montery12]

this guy doesn't like to talk to anyone' so don't expect a response. It's all BS.

[@remingtonhawaii]

Great job..! I plan to do this next spring...

[@jimbo5635]

Hi Sherrie. I love what you did. I wanted to use the sider cret on my pool (interestly I found out it is made just a few miles from my house, but I just found out about it). Is yours holding up well? I just want to make my pool great again. Thanks for any info you can give me. I think it's great you can do all this on your own.

[@ivanantich440]

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻 great job!

[@brianortega6255]

This is amazing, I definitely want to do this with my pool I’m all about saving money ! I do have a question how do I know if my pool filter still works my pool has been empty for about 30 years not sure if it still works after that long

[@tyrepierce4823]

Awesome work ! So how has the sider crete held up so far ?