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When Is Your Pool Due For Regrouting/Repointing Of Tiles?

Regrouting or repointing is something that may seem unnecessary to many first-time pool owners. And thus, it is easy to overlook this crucial aspect of pool maintenance.


Here, we’ll explain why it is important to keep on top of the grouting condition for the tiles in your pool. Proper grouting will extend the life of your pool and potentially save you from spending a lot of money in the future.


Read on to learn more about regrouting a pool.


Regrouting In Progress
Regrouting In Progress

What is pool grouting/pointing?


Grout is the white material in between pool tiles. They give the tiled surface of a pool a smooth appearance and feel. And they hold the tiles together. They look nice especially when they are freshly painted too.


How do you know that your pool needs to be regrouted?


You’ll be able to see gaps in between tiles or milky looking water if your tiles are due for regrouting.


Why do pools need regrouting and repointing every few years?


It might surprise some to know that grout wears and tears over time. This is caused by different factors like physical touch, movement of water as well as constant contact with chlorine.


Why do some pools need regrouting more frequently than others?


The main cause of premature grouting is the initial workmanship during the pool build as well as the brand and type of grouting used.


The second cause is the type of tiles used. Having very small tiles, usually 15mm or smaller, can lead to the need for frequent regrouting. Smaller tiles have less contact points for sticking to the pool wall or floor.


Additionally, if your pool water chemistry is not maintained properly (e.g. wrong chlorine type used), it can cause premature wear of grouting.


What are the consequences if I do not regrout/ repoint?


Eventually, tiles can pop out over time and when this happens, there is no turning back except to retile the pool.


In worse-case scenarios, all of the tiles will have to be hacked off completely due to critical wear of tile contact points on the wall and floor of the pool.


The cost would then balloon (i.e., 5 to 10 times the cost of regrouting/repointing) for a new set of tile replacements.


Conclusion


Now you know what grouting is and why you should regularly regrout your pool. As well as how to tell if it’s time to regrout your pool.


If you’re still unsure, feel free to reach out to Red Dot Pool Engineering for an inquiry.


We offer pool repairs, scheduled maintenance packages and more for both commercial and personal pools.

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