It is also necessary to know how to properly resurface a swimming pool. If you don't have the necessary know-how, it can be dangerous and labor-intensive. It's possible for many things to go wrong that could cause you to redo the entire job.
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Vinyl liners do not require resurfacing. They are basically a thick plastic bag that is housed in a below-ground structure. However, they usually need to replaced after five to nine year.