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:

Marcite Repair Work {PAL} (3)

White Marcite

Tile Job {CAR} 2012 (1)

Off White Finish

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White Marcite

Dean Southfield 2011 Indoor Gunite Pool by Legendary Escapes (11)

All Tile Spa

DEV 2012-08-16 19.42 (22)

Pebble with Sea Shells – Light Blue

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Pebble with Sea Shells – Light Blue with Tile Border

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Pebble Sun Ledge – Light Blue

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Pebble Seat – Light Blue

Hybrid Pool Spring 2012 {HOF} Day 55 (11)

Pebble – White with Black Accents

Hybrid Pool Project {HOF} Day 77 (7)

Pebble – White with Accents

Hybrid Pool Project {HOF} Day 75 (7)

White Pebble with Accents

 

 

 

 

 

Hybrid Pool Project {HOF} Day 63 (8)

White Pebble with Accents (underwater)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hybrid Pool Project Saline MI {PLO} 6 (108)

Brown Pebble

 

 

 

 

 

Hybrid Pool Project {KLY} 2011 (231)

Light Grey Pebble Sun Ledge

 

 

 

 

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Pool Finishes

Capture the brilliance of the world’s finest gems with the JewelScapes® series of NPT® Designer Surfaces. Whether you choose to sail the seven seas with Verona Yacht Club Blue or Escape to an Evening Sky, a Jewelscapes® Designer Surface will make your backyard sparkle

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 the look of a pebble-bottomed stream with the StoneScapes® series of NPT®Designer Surfaces. From the richest earth tones, to the reflections of the deep blue sea, the colors and textures in the StoneScapes® Designer Surfaces will bring your poolscape to life.

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.


 

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.


Touch of Glass

Add pizzazz to your pebble pool finish with a Touch of Glass! These unique StoneScapes® finishes are accented with sparkling glass beads. From a subtle sprinkling, to an equal measure of pebble and glass beads, our exclusive StoneScapes® Touch of Glass recipes can give your pool the precise look and feel you desire. View the Gallery.

*Aqua Cool 1 has 1 bag, Aqua Cool 2 has 2 bags, and Aqual Cool 3 has 3 bags.


Exotic Series

Dive in and journey to a glamorous, exotic locale without leaving your backyard. From Arctic White to Zanzibar, StoneScapes® Exotic Series will add a touch of adventure to your landscape. Samples shown in mini. View the Gallery.

* Cameroon is a blend of regular and mini

 Visit the gallery with water colors for more visual examples here

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