When installing or renovating a gunite swimming pool there are several options for the type of finish available.
A gunite pool is sometimes also referred to as a concrete pool, shotcrete pool, or marcite pool.
Shotcrete is concrete (or sometimes mortar) conveyed through a hose and pneumatically projected at high velocity onto a surface, as a construction technique.
Shotcrete is usually an all-inclusive term that can be used for both wet-mix and dry-mix versions. In the pool construction trade however, the term “shotcrete” refers to wet-mix and “gunite” refers to dry-mix; in this context, these two terms are not interchangeable. Marcite is a type of pool finish, also referred to as white plaster, as well as pebble, colored plaster, quartz, polished surface or glass bead finishes.
Examples of Pool Finishes:
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Pool Finishes
Capture the sparkle and brilliance of the world’s finest gems in a stunning, durable interior pool finish. Available in array of dazzling colors, JewelScapes combines the beauty of smooth, colorful glass beads with the highest quality pigments and aggregates for a finish that’s beyond compare. Click here for color selections.
Give your pool or spa the natural beauty of a pebble-bottomed stream with a StoneScapes pool finish. An inviting selection of colors and textures allow pool owners to express their unique style. StoneScapes combines artistry with durability and comfort to create the perfect finish for any pool or spa. Click here for color selections.
Regular Pebbles
Give your pool or spa the natural beauty of a pebble-bottomed stream with a StoneScapes pool finish. An inviting selection of colors and textures allows pool owners to express their unique style. StoneScapes combines artistry with durability and comfort to create the perfect finish for any pool or spa. View the Gallery.
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Salt & Pepper
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Aqua Cool
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Aqua White
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Aqua Blue
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Sand
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Caribbean Blue
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Tahoe Blue
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Tropics Blue
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Midnight Blue
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Black
Mini Pebbles
Give your pool or spa the natural beauty of a pebble-bottomed stream with a StoneScapes pool finish. An inviting selection of colors and textures allows pool owners to express their unique style. StoneScapes combines artistry with durability and comfort to create the perfect finish for any pool or spa. View the Gallery.
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Salt & Pepper
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Aqua Cool
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Aqua White
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Aqua Blue
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Sand
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Caribbean Blue
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Tahoe Blue
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Tropics Blue
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Midnight Blue
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Black
A premium blend of crushed quartz, white cement and mineral-based pigments, QuartzScapes merges beauty and strength for a stunning pool finish. Natural quartz is one of the world’s strongest minerals and NPT’s QuartzScapes interior pool finishes create reliable beauty that will last. Click here for color selections.
ColorScapes High Performance Blend Pool Finishes are created with ColorScapes Ceramic Coated Quartz Crystals for uniform color and a better pool finish that is easy to install and looks great every time. Click here for color selections.
Reflect the colors of nature in your pool or spa with PlasterScapes™ tinted pool plaster. Achieve beautiful, consistent, lasting colors with high quality pigments for a unique, enduring finish. Click here for color selections.