Interior Finish

Duration: 1-2 days (application) | The final transformation

The interior finish is the last major material applied to your pool. This is the surface that holds the water, gives your pool its color, and determines the texture you feel underfoot. It is applied by hand-troweling a cementitious mixture directly over the cured shotcrete shell in a single continuous application.

You have three main categories to choose from. Traditional white plaster ($3-6/sq ft) is the classic smooth finish that gives pools a bright blue appearance. Quartz finishes ($5-9/sq ft) blend crushed quartz crystals with cement for enhanced durability, color variety, and a subtle sparkle. Pebble finishes ($6-10/sq ft) incorporate natural stone aggregates for the most durable option with a natural, textured appearance and the longest lifespan of 15-20 years.

The interior finish must be applied under specific conditions. Extreme heat, wind, or rain can force rescheduling to ensure a proper result. Once applied, the finish requires 24-48 hours of initial curing before the pool can begin filling with water.

Pebble Finish Colors

Here you choose the water color that defines your backyard

Your pebble finish determines the color of your water. Below are the most popular Mini Pebble blends, grouped by the water tone they produce. Each creates a distinctly different look and feel.

BLUE & AQUA TONES

• Aqua Blue Mini – Medium blue water; mix of black, gold, and white pebbles
• Aqua Cool Mini – Light blue water; white pebbles with cobalt blue quartz highlights
• Aqua White Mini – Light blue water; features white natural quartz pebbles
• Tahoe Blue Mini – Classic rich blue; very popular for a traditional look
• Caribbean Blue Mini – Bright tropical blue water

DARK & DEEP TONES

• Midnight Blue Mini – Dark blue/green water; pigmented cement with black and gold accents
• Black Mini – Deep dark green/navy water; creates a dramatic reflective surface
• Tropics Blue Mini – Dark blue water; includes abalone shell for extra sparkle
• Cameroon Mini – One of the darkest gray/black finishes for a lagoon effect

GRAYS & NEUTRALS

• French Gray Mini – Light gray to medium blue water; very modern aesthetic
• Sand Mini – Light green water; tan and gold pebbles for a beach entry look
• White Mini – Crisp light blue water; the cleanest and simplest finish
• Salt and Pepper Mini – High-contrast speckled gray appearance

PREMIUM SPECIALTY BLENDS

• Rubicon Bay – Medium blue water; inspired by Lake Tahoe’s deep clarity
• Dapple Gray – Soft gray tones for a subtle, natural water color
• Astuto – A modern architectural gray blend