FAQ

1.) Does Sau’Sea sell coatings directly to the public?

No, Sau’Sea does not, however, if you contact us at 609 859 8500 we can direct you to where you can purchase.

2.) Do you provide color samples in quarts or swatches?

Unfortunately, we do not provide color samples in quart or swatches. A color chart is located on our website under the “TOOL” tab.

3.) Does one need to prep to repaint over rubberized old paint?

Yes, you do need to perform a surface prep before re-painting rubber coating over prior painted pool surface once painted with rubber pool coating.

4.) Where can I learn more about your products?

Under the “TOOLS” section has our brochure and color chart and “SWIMMING POOL COATINGS” section of our website has PDFs of our can labels.

5.) How can I tell what type of coating is on my pool?

There are a few options to determine the type of coating on a pool surface. One option is to purchase our Test Kit #1 and do your own testing. Our technical personnel can walk you through the steps if you call 609 859 8500. Second option is to send us samples of paint chips. We recommend sending multiple quarter size pieces to 1855 Route 206 Southampton NJ 08088 NOT the PO Box. The paint chip analysis form is located on the top right of our website. The form has detailed instructions. Service is free of charge.

6.) What is the difference between the French Gray and Slate Gray?

The French Gray color is more of a brown hue. The Slate Gray is a darker gray. We have in the past made a custom color Nucci Gray which is a lighter gray.

French Gray

7.) What is the thinning ratio between the Ultra High Gloss Rubber and Rubber Diluent?
  • The thinning ratio for one 5 Gallon of UHG Rubber coating is 20% of a 1 Gallon can of Rubber Diluent.
  • Rubber Diluents are sold 6-1G to a case.
8.) Can you paint a Fiberglass pool with Epoxy coating?

Yes, you can paint a Fiberglass pool with Epoxy coating. If the Fiberglass pool surface was prior painted FIRST determine the TYPE of coating that was last used. Sau’Sea recommends continued use of the same type of coating that is currently on the pool surface. If coating TYPE will be changed specific removal and prep instructions MUST be followed.

9.) Can the Sau Sea Medium Build Epoxy coating be applied on deck coping?

We do not recommend our Sau’Sea Epoxy coating be applied on pool coping. Our Epoxy coating once dried provides a glass like finish. If Epoxy is used on deck coping the surface becomes slippery which can become a tripping hazard.

10.) I applied the Sau’Sea Medium Build Epoxy Coating to my pool steps an need more traction any recommendation?

Sau’Sea recommends using white playground sand by sprinkling onto the wet painted steps then dusting off excess sand when steps are dry or Sau’Sea sells a Chestnut Brown Abrasive (1 gallon & quart size).

11.) Does the Medium Build Epoxy have a separate SKU or product code?

No, there is no separate SKU or product code for the Epoxy Part B.

12.) Do you FEDEX 1 Gallon?

Yes, non-hazmat 1 Gallon or less Sau’Sea can FEDEX ship.

13.) I need a Custom Color made, can you help me?

Yes, Sau’Sea can manufacture Custom Colors; however, a 20 Gallon minimum order is required in order for a Custom Color to be made.

14.) How long does the Ultra High Gloss Natural Rubber Coating last if stored?

The Eco Choice Ultra High Gloss Natural Rubber Coating if stored in its original pail or can, undamaged pail or can, lid closed securely and undamaged lid can last for 10 years.

Epoxy Tropic Blue

Epoxy Tropic Blue