How To Repair Inground Pool Steps
The steps to the pool will probably need repairs after it has been used frequently. Most of the damage caused to the steps is cracks or splits. These cracks can develop there the steps are made of concrete, vinyl or fiberglass. Fixing steps the steps are one of the simplest tasks that can be done by a pool owner.
How to Repair Inground Pool Steps
Materials Needed
- 80-grit sandpaper
- Paintbrush
- PermaFlex
- Liquid rubber base
- Thickening activator
- Bowl
- Putty knife
- Pool epoxy
- Drain the water from the pool. You will only need to drain it so the steps that need repairing are above water. Allow the steps to dry and inspect the damage to the steps.
- Sand the damaged step with 80-grit sandpaper. You want to make sure the steps are nice and smooth.
- Use a paintbrush to apply PermaFlex. PermaFlex is a rubber adhesive used to repair cracks or splits. Make sure you only apply one coat. More than one coat can make the steps look uneven.
- Mix 2 parts liquid rubber base and 1 part thickening activator in a bowl. Mix the ingredients with a putty knife until they are well blended.
- Apply the rubber base and activator mixture to the damaged areas on the steps. Smooth the mixture with a putty knife to make it even and level. Smooth the mixture down if it is too uneven.
- Apply two coats of PermaFlex with a paintbrush.
- Apply one layer of pool epoxy over the steps with a paintbrush.
- Allow the steps to dry for several hours. Fill the pool with water.