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In The Swim Epoxy Primer for Epoxy-Base Swimming Pool Paints - 1 Gallon

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  • In The Swim's epoxy primer provides a long lasting, ceramic-like finish to your swimming pool, giving you a professional-level appearance.
  • This high quality primer is a solid base coat and chemical bond when painting a plaster or smooth concrete pool.
  • Our primer is the ideal solution for resurfacing smooth plaster, smooth concrete or fiberglass gel-coat pools.
  • For optimal results, be sure your swimming pool surface is thoroughly cleaned with a surface cleaner before using any primer or paint. On average one gallon of primer provides coverage for 200 - 250 ft.
  • *Note* This product is not returnable after purchase. For details, please refer to our Return Policy.
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In The Swim Epoxy Primer
Epoxy Primer

In The Swim Epoxy Primer for Epoxy-Base Swimming Pool Paints

In The Swim Epoxy Primer is for use on uncoated concrete or plaster interiors. Epoxy primer soaks into the interior surface sealing and provides a surface for the epoxy paint to adhere too. Epoxy Primer can be used on damp surfaces. This will cut prep time allowing the pool to be prepped and primed in one day. It is not suggested to use the Epoxy Primer over an existing coating. In The Swim Epoxy Primer should be applied with a roller. Coverage: 200 - 250 sq ft per gallon on average. Apply this product liberally using a 1/2" nap roller cover. Pot Life: 2 hours at 90° F. Curing Time before rolling Super Poxy Shield 24 - 48 hours.

Prepare for Paint

  • Seals and preps pool interior for paint
  • Thoroughly clean pool surface with surface cleaner before applying
  • Required for resurfacing smooth plaster, smooth concrete or fiberglass gel-coat pools
  • Epoxy Primer can be applied to damp surfaces
  • Coverage: 200 - 250 sq ft per gallon on average

Steps to Paint Your Pool

Measure the area size you are painting

Empty pool to begin painting

Remove return jets and fixtures for painting

Determine Area Size

Determining the square foot of the area you are going to paint is important. This will help you figure out how many gallons of paint are needed to complete the job. It’s important to take the surface porosity and smoothness into account. When looking at how much paint you should purchase. Start by measuring the length and width of the area. Once you have those measurements plug them into the formulas below. Divide that number by the coverage square foot of the paint you are wanting to use. That will give you the number of gallons that you should purchase. Remember to look and see if the paint requires single or multiple coats and if it needs a primer.

Drain Water

Now that you have selected the paint type and know the square footage of the interior, it’s time to drain the pool. Rent or purchase a submersible pump. As soon as the outside ambient air temperature drops below 85° F. Check the local code for where pool water can be drained and start pumping. If the outside ambient air temperature is above 85° F stop draining the pool. At these elevated temperatures, the interior surface can crack and lose its structural integrity. While the pool is draining, remember that you can start to prepare the pool for paint.

Prepare for Paint

Now that the pool has been drained, you can start to prep the interior for paint. Start by removing the perimeter return jets, pool/spa light, main drain covers, aerator fittings and any other item you don’t want painted. Using painters tape, carefully tape off all the tile line, step/bench tiles, return lines, and skimmer mouth. Once you have everything taped off it’s time to prime.

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Check your water chemistry once you've filled the pool

Primer Coat

Now that the pool has been drained and taped, it’s time to prime. Remember not all types of paint use a primer. So if you have paint that doesn’t use a primer, skip to the painting step. Roll the primer onto the interior surface of the pool using a 9” roller with a ½” nap, starting with the walls and ending with the floor. Once you’ve completed priming allow the prime to cure for 24 - 48 hours. Then it’s time to paint.

Painting Interior

The pool has now been drained, taped, and primed. It’s time for paint. The type of paint you choose will determine the number of coats. Start painting the walls first and finish with the floor. If the paint you are using requires a time period in between coats, make sure you take that time. It will allow the paint to cure and harden increasing its chemical resistance and life span. It is suggested for steps, shallow areas and wading pools, sprinkle sand on the coating before it dries to make the area slip-resistant.

Fill and Balance

Now that the pool is painted and the paint has cured, it’s time to fill the pool and balance the water. Depending on your area you may need to order a water truck to deliver. If you have a garden hose available, toss it in. The average pool should take anywhere from 36 - 48 hours to fill. Once the pool is full allow the fresh water to circulate for 3 - 4 hours. After the circulation period it’s time to complete the first water test of many on the new water. Make sure to test the water weekly to maintain proper water balance and overall pool health.

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10 customers mention10 positive0 negative

Customers find the paint easy to apply, mix, and roll on. They also say the primer is easy to put on when thinned with a little water. Customers also say that redoing a pool isn't hard, but hard work.

"Redoing your pool isnt hard, just hard work. 1 coat of this epoxy primer and set for painting." Read more

"The primer is easy to put on when thinned with a little water. The paint is very thick and only gives you about an hour to work with it...." Read more

"...Easy to use and looks good at the end. That's what we were looking for." Read more

"...So far so good The product applies easily, I would definatly recommend painting in the early morning or later afternoon, when the sun is not up...." Read more

8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the paint. They mention that the over all finished product looks good, has a beautiful color, and provides a smooth finish when dry.

"...My pool came out super nice. My 15,000 gallon pool took 3 gallons of the primer. Here are pictures of my pool before and after I applied the primer." Read more

"...I used it on fiberglass steps in a inground pool. The over all finished product looks good and is definitely less expensive than having someone else..." Read more

"...8 years the overlap areas (paint the sides then the bottom) still looked fantastic...." Read more

"...Process worked great. The finish looks great. My only regret was not spraying the prime coat. I think I could have applied the primer more evenly...." Read more

8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the paint. They mention that the primer and paint worked well together, and the finish looks great.

"Primer and paint worked well together." Read more

"...but if you mix only what you can use in a 30-45 minute period it works great...." Read more

"...Process worked great. The finish looks great. My only regret was not spraying the prime coat. I think I could have applied the primer more evenly...." Read more

"The product is great! I purchased 4 gallons each of base and paint. I wanted to make sure I had enough. I used 3 of each...." Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the paint. They mention that it is an excellent product and a great primer.

"Great primer. Use a 1/2” or bigger nap roller so one coat will cover well. My pool came out super nice...." Read more

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"Good product..." Read more

"Excellent product..." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the thickness of the paint. Some say it's very thick, while others say it is surprisingly thin.

"...The paint is very thick and only gives you about an hour to work with it. I used it on fiberglass steps in a inground pool...." Read more

"...Both primer and paint go on very thick and provide a very nice smooth finish when dry." Read more

"Easy to use, surprisingly thin. Laid down 2 coats." Read more

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Great primer. Use a 1/2” or bigger nap roller so one coat will cover well. My pool came out super nice. My 15,000 gallon pool took 3 gallons of the primer. Here are pictures of my pool before and after I applied the primer.
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