Begin filling within two hours of resurfacing completion unless Fibreglaze has told you otherwise. Once filling starts, keep it running continuously until the water reaches mid-skimmer level.
If your written handover or equipment instructions differ from this page, follow the project-specific direction and contact Fibreglaze before adding chemicals.
Begin filling unless Fibreglaze has given different project-specific timing.
Fill continuously until the water reaches mid-skimmer level.
If anything is unclear or conflicts with the handover, obtain advice before dosing.
Complete the steps in sequence and keep the system circulating. The final timing can vary with filling time and the instructions given for the specific pool.
Fill continuously to mid-skimmer level. If a sand filter must be backwashed, fill to approximately three-quarters of the skimmer throat first and backwash before adding chemicals.
Confirm the filtration equipment is correctly connected and set. Start the pump, then circulate for at least 24 hours before making fine chemical adjustments.
Use a reliable test kit or a reputable pool professional. Work from measured results and follow product-label directions; use the target table below as the handover reference.
Brush the walls and floor to remove dust or residue. Vacuum as required, taking care not to leave solids resting on the new surface.
Apply a suitable shock treatment only when testing or professional advice indicates it. Follow the product instructions for the pool volume and observe its re-entry guidance.
Continue circulation for a further 24 hours. Re-test the water and fine-tune the balance to the relevant target ranges.
Add algaecide only when required and only when the product is compatible with fibreglass finishes.
These ranges come from the current Fibreglaze handover guide. Always follow chemical product labels and the equipment manufacturer, and obtain advice when a measured result or specification conflicts.
| Parameter | Handover target | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| pH | 7.2-7.6 | Use a pH increaser or decreaser only in accordance with the product label. |
| Total alkalinity | 80-120 ppm | Adjust from a measured result and follow the balancing-product directions. |
| Hardness | 150-250 ppm | Confirm the result before using a calcium-adjustment product or seeking professional advice. |
| Free chlorine | 2.0-4.0 ppm* | Base any dose on the measured level, pool volume, product strength and label directions. |
| Salinity Salt-chlorinated pools only | 3,500-4,500 ppm** | Use the chlorinator manufacturer's specification if it differs. Use high quality salt to avoid heavy metal staining. Brush salt to disperse it; do not leave solids resting on the pool surface. |
| Cyanuric acid | 30-60 ppm | Use stabiliser only in accordance with the product label or professional advice. |
* Liquid chlorine: no universal quantity is stated on this page because pool volume, product strength and the starting test result vary. Use a dose confirmed for the pool and product.
** Salinity: the source guide gives 3,500-4,500 ppm but also says the chlorinator manufacturer’s specification should be followed. Use the equipment specification if it differs.
Normal pool use may begin only after the water is clear, the relevant test results are within range, and any chemical product-label re-entry time or professional direction has been satisfied.
Keep water chemistry and equipment consistent. If a recurring result is difficult to control, obtain advice rather than continuing to add products without a clear test result.
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Test more often in hot weather or when pool use and weather conditions change.
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Use measured results and keep water chemistry within the relevant handover ranges.
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Keep the pump, filter and chlorinator in good working order and follow their manufacturer instructions.
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Avoid extended periods without filtration and investigate equipment faults promptly.
The current handover guide identifies the following conditions as capable of damaging the fibreglass lining. When unsure, stop adding products and seek advice.
Do not keep dosing without current test results or leave known imbalances unresolved.
Do not use a chemical unless its label or professional advice confirms it is suitable for the pool and fibreglass finish.
Do not drain the pool or allow the level to fall below one-quarter of the skimmer throat without pool-specific professional direction.
Do not leave solid products resting on the pool floor or finished surface; follow the label and disperse products as directed.
Stop adding chemicals and seek advice from a qualified pool professional, a reputable pool shop or Fibreglaze. Have the latest water-test results and the product labels handy.
This page is for pools finished with the Fibreglaze Enduratec system. Written instructions issued for the specific project, chemical product labels, equipment manufacturer directions and the controlling warranty terms take precedence.
If the guidance appears inconsistent or the pool is not responding as expected, obtain advice before continuing.
Send us a few photos and our team can help identify the likely issue and the most suitable next step.
