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ENGEL, THOMAS <THOMAS.ENGEL@POOLCORP.COM>
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Tuesday, September 11, 2018 4:59 PM
To:
johnsond@stlucieco.org
Cc:
dhardy@aquatic-tech.net; dustin@aquaticsurface.com
Subject:
Permit Savanna Club
Attachments:
QS Product Specfication Sheet July 2017.pdf; img04O.pdf, QS Lifetime Limited Warranty
2017 SAMPLE.pdf
Mr Johnson,
Thank you for speaking with me yesterday regarding your request to Aquatic Surfaces for documentation of
QuartzScapes Pool Finish meeting ASTM and/or ANSI standards.
NPT does not currently have any documentation stating what you need. I have discussed your request with our National
Product Manager and while we have not received this request before we recognize that we may need to have the
documentation you requested again in the future so we are working on putting it together. However, as you might
expect for a $3 billion publicly traded company these sorts of things do not happen quickly and certainly not in the time
frame required for this project.
Despite our inability to fulfill your request I am hopeful that I can provide you with enough information to allow you to
approve the QuartzScapes pool finish for this project.
• QuartzScapes is an NPT branded pool finish distributed by the NPT parent company SCP.
• QuartzScapes is a component pool finish that uses industry standard white portland cement, aggregates and
colored quartz.
• SCP's parent company is POOLCORP the world's largest distributor of pool related products.
• PoolCorp is a $3 Billion publicly traded company under the symbol POOL on NASDAQ.
• Our primary website is www.nptpool.com .
• In 2017 PoolCorp sold over $100 Million in pool finish. The next largest supplier of pool finish was not even close
to that number.
• NPT branded pool finishes are applied to thousands of pools each year including many hundreds of commercial
and municipal pools.
• NPT branded pool finishes carry the industries best warranties with a standard 10 year limited warranty and a
Limited Lifetime Warranty when applied by Approved Applicators like Aquatic Surfaces.
• A sample of the QuartzScapes Limited Lifetime Warranty is attached.
• Also attached is a copy of the QuartzScapes Specification Sheet with industry standard DCOF and LRV testing
data tested using the industry standard British Standard 8493 and ANSI A137.1-2012 test methods.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or for any further information that you may need. You can also contact
our National Product Manager for pool finish, Rob Blake at 619-665-7886 who will be happy to assist you in any way
possible.
Best Regards
Tom Engel
SCP NPT
Building Materials Specialist
772-370-7084
4353@SCPPOOL.COM
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Test Data
1'
Product Specification Sheet
Dynamic Coefficient of Friction(DCOF) Test Results
0.7 1 Ivory QuartzScapes' Natural Quartz
0.69 Commercial QuartzScapes' Natural Quartz
*Average of three measurements
Test Lab:
Tile Council of North America, Inc.. 100 Clemson Research Blvd. • Anderson, SC 29625
Test Performed December 28th, 2015
Test Method:
ANSI A137.1-2012 Section 9.6.1: "Wet Dynamic Coefficient of Friction (DCOF)"
Test Procedure Notes:
• Samples cleaned with Renovator #120 prior to testing
• Three (3) pool finish samples were tested in all four directions
with 10" long measurements
• The SBR sensor was verified using a standard prior to testing.
• Testing was performed under wet conditions using 0.05% SLS water
• Testing was conducted under laboratory conditions at approximately
70*F & 50% relative humidity
• Tested using a calibrated BOT 3000E device.
Azteca I NPT' Modifier:
Azteca is unique blend of pozzolanic and rheology modifiers that is designed to be used in all types of pool
finishes. Azteca reads with the calcium hydroxide, formed when mixing white Portland cement with water,
and converts this soluble compound into a beneficial material, calcium silicate hydrate. In essence it takes the
negative by-product of cement hydration, (aka calcium hydroxide) and turns it into a supplemental cementitious
compound which leads to a more efficient consolidation of material, and densifies the finish while at the same
time dramatically cutting down on the amount of efflorescence it produces.
Benefits:
Increased Strength I Durability I Uniformity I Cohesion I Workability
Workability:
Facilitates Pumping I Placement I Consolidation I Troweling of all pool finish material
Description
Benefits
Color Lightness
Analysis Test
Product Specification Sheet lAk
QuartzScapes' is a formulated pool finish system featuring a precise blend of graded natural quartz aggregates,
colored quartz accent stones, polymers, pozzolans, and white Portland cement. QuartzScapes' offers the beauty of
an exposed aggregate finish with the longevity of quartz and the smoothness that only a small aggregate can offer.
QuartzScapes* is ideal for both commercial and residential installations due to its strength, integrity, texture,
color palette, and over all aesthetic appeal.
Strength, Durability, Longevity, Etch Resistance, Ease of Maintenance, Wide Range Standard Color Palette,
Custom Colors Available, POOLCORP Supported, 10 Year Standard Warranty
CIE Values CIE Values
Munsell Munsell
,® Value * Value *
QuartzScapes
Commercial White
88.3
-0.1
4.8 =8.72
79.5
-0.2
7.9 7.81
QuartzScapes
Ivory
85.6
0.1
6.1 M8.43
76.8
0.2
9 ® 7.53
QuartzScapes
Mariner Blue
82.6
-0.4
6.3 ® 8.13
73.6
-0.9
7 7.20
QuartzScapes
Super Blue
81.9
-0.7
3.7 8.06
72
-1.4
4.3 7.04
QuartzScapes
Brio Blend
81.5
0.5
7.8 8.02
72.7
0.6
10.5 7.11
QuartzScapes
French Gray
62.2
0.4
2.1 6.0
48.9
0.1
0.5 4.7
Test Lab:
Avian Rochester . P.O. Bog 1210 . Webster, NY 14580
Test Performed December 28th, 2015
Test Method:
British Standard 8493 Light reflectance value (LRV) of a surface.
CIE Publication 15.2004 Colorimetry
Gretag Macbeth Coloreye 7000A, Serial Number: 37109171099
Hemispherical spectrophotometer
Test Procedure Notes:
These measurements were performed on a recently -standardized GretagMacbeth Coloreye 7000A
spectrophotometer. This instrument reports hemispherical radiance factor, using diffuse illumination
and 8' dectection, specular component included (CIE 15.2004 designation di:80) LRV is calculated
from spectral radiance factor using accepted means defined in CIE Publication 15.2004 and
British Standard 8493.
Preparation
Mixing
Pumping
Application
Product Specification Sheet
QuartzScapes' should be applied to a sound surface free of oil, dirt, algae or any other foreign substance. Previously applied
paints or sealers must be removed by acid washing and/or sandblasting. Neutralize acid with baking soda or soda ash then
thoroughly rinse with water. In addition to, or in partial replacement of the procedures mentioned above, MIRACOTE BC
PRO, PERMAKOTE" or SCTRACH KOTE 2000- can be used as a bonding coat. Refinished pools must be undercut an
appropriate distance around all tile, return lines, light fixtures and main drains. All weepers and plumbing leaks should be
repaired with water stop cement at least 24 hours prior to plaster application. Failure to properly clean the pool shell prior to
application of the QuartzScapes' finish may result in an improper bond which can lead to delamination or bond failure.
Using a standard plaster mixer, begin by adding enough clean, potable water to wet (1) bag of QuartzScapes' base mix. This
creates an abrasive mix that will break up the additives and pigments. ADD V2 bag of Azteca-NPT' Modifier or (1) bag of
EZ Spred now. (Do not add both Azteca and EZ Spred.) ADD pigment now if batch formula calls for it. Once the additives
and pigments are mixed thoroughly, ADD 2Ard of the remaining water, approximately 12-13 gallons. Based on Abram's
law of water to cement ratio the correct amount of water under optimal conditions for QuartzScapes' is 18 gallons per
batch. It is recommended not to exceed 20 gallons of water per batch. (Local environmental conditions may dictate changes
to the standard water to cement ratios.) Less water is better and creates a stronger pool finish. Adding too much water will
weaken the plaster matrix and can lead to check (spider) cracking as well. ADD cement and then ADD remaining bags of
QuartzScapes' base mix. Mix will appear stiff which aids in the mixing and blending of the material and helps break up any
clumps. Continue to mix for 2-3 minutes before adding remaining water to achieve optimal mix consistency. Continue to
mix for an additional 2-3 minutes (6-8 minutes total mixing time). Note: most popular paddle mixer is 12 Cubic Feet and has
a 1,300-1,400 pound material capacity. If Calcium Chloride needs to be used, follow industry standards of no more than 2%
of total cement weight per batch. (Especially if using pigments, excess Calcium Chloride can affect the quality of the pigments.)
QuartzScapes' has either 188 or 282 pounds of cement per batch. A standard DE Scoop holds approximately 3 pounds of
Calcium Chloride. Based on this formula, you should not use more than 3.75 pounds for every QuartzScapes' color except
Super Blue (which has an additional bag of cement) where you can use up to 5.6 pounds of calcium chloride.
If pumping material to the pool using a plaster pump, please consider the following tips to help maximize the
effectiveness of the pump.
1. Set the plaster pump to the lowest gear/shortest stroke by moving the belt.
2. Always begin pumping with a full stoke.
3. Mix (1) bag of EZ Spred in a (5) gallon bucket of water and pump this slurry mixture through the
plaster hose right before pumping the QuartzScapes' material. This greatly reduces the chances of
plugging a hose and or pump manifold.
4. The shorter the length of the plaster hose used to deliver the material, the better.
Mist pool shell prior to application and throughout the process to keep it moist and prevent excessive absorption moisture
in the QuartzScapes' material as it is being applied. A hot/dry pool shell will cause rapid loss of moisture, accelerated set
time of plaster, and possible failure of material adhering to surface. Apply QuartzScapes' evenly 3/8" to 1/2" thick. Material
that is too thin will dry too quickly, and material that is too thick will take longer to set and can trap moisture (hydration/
graying of finish). Hard Troweling is essential to a beautiful and long lasting QuartzScapes' finish. Hard Troweling is the
process of compacting the material so that there is proper compression of the material which drives the larger aggregates
down and the smaller aggregates up. Hard troweling also reduces the amount of water in the mixture by bringing it to the
surface along with the cement paste mixture. During the final troweling, remove the excess paste from the surface into a
bucket and dispose of it properly. Fill all spike holes with aggregate and cement, not just cream.
Exposure
Cold Weather
Considerations
Product Specification Sheet
Proper exposure of the QuartzScapesm pool finish can be achieved using a combination of the following procedures
with the ultimate goal being a pool surface that closely matches the QuartzScapes` sample provided. The best looking
QuartzScapes` pool finishes are achieved by following the FIVE exposure steps outlined below:
1. During hard trowel phase, finisher removes cement fat (cream) from trowel and puts it into a
bucket repeatedly.
2. During hard trowel phase, the finisher repeatedly buffs the pool finish with a clean, dry terry
cloth rag. If the cement has cured too much, it will be much harder to remove the cream.
The rag will pick up the color of the pool finish.
3. Once the QuartzScapes° material has hardened sufficiently (4 hours minimum, the next
day is most common timeframe), it can be Acid Washed. The best acid washes are
performed by a (3) man crew: one man dispensing the acid, one man agitating the
acid with a broom or brush, and one man keeping everything wet and rinsing with a
hose. Ask your local NPT representative for the guidelines on acid washing.
4. Pressure Washing the QuartzScapes` pool finish can be done right after the Acid Wash.
Using a fan tip nozzle and a standard pressure washer, thoroughly wash/rinse the entire
QuartzScapes` pool finish. This wash -down will remove any excess pigment, cement
paste, or haze and will leave the pool finish very clean and uniform. Remove all water
prior to filling the pool for Start Up.
5. A proper Start Up is critical to the quality, appearance, and longevity of the QuartzScapes`
pool finish. NPT specifies that QuartzScapes` be started up and maintained following the
guidelines set forth by the National Plasterers Council, aka the NPC. Ask your local NPT
representative for a copy, or consult the NPC website at www.npconline.org.
Note on exposure: Relying completely on an acid wash to expose this finish will typically result in an underexposed pool
finish with cement paste (cement laitance) covering some of the aggregate. When this happens, the pool surface will not
match the sample provided and will ultimately result in lower customer satisfaction.
Installing any NPT pool finish if the ambient air temperature is less than 40° Fahrenheit or 4.4° Celsius is not recommended.
It is also very important to make sure that the concrete pool shell is not frozen before applying the pool finish. In cold
environments, it is very common to enclose or tent the pool or spa to be plastered prior to installation to help control the
ambient air temperature and raise the temperature of the pool shell. If portable heaters are used to heat the enclosure, use
of a propane heater is recommended as it burns much cleaner than a diesel fuel heater. Make sure that there is adequate
ventilation as a buildup of carbon monoxide can be deadly. Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide build up inside of a pool
or spa enclosure can also have detrimental effects on the new pool finish as well: both can lead to excessive carbonation
(turning white) of the pool finish surface. When installing NPT pool finishes in cold environments, it is recommended to
heat the water going into the mixer to help keep the plaster material from getting cold quickly. According to the American
Concrete Institute ACI, "For every 10°F reduction in concrete temperature, setting time is increased by about one-third.
For example, a mix that usually sets in six hours when placed at 70T would not set for 11 hours when placed at 50°E This
delay increases the available time for placing and finishing, but it also extends the bleeding duration, delays slab finishing,
and requires longer crew hours.' This note can be applied to cold weather pool finish installation as well. Once the new
pool finish is installed, it is important that it be kept from freezing for the first 48 hours to ensure that it has enough time to
reach a minimum of 500 P.S.I. This will ensure that it will not be negatively impacted by a freeze/thaw cycle as it hydrates.
Allowing the finish to freeze within the first 48 hours can dramatically decrease the strength of the pool finish which may
result in a shortened service life. Regardless of the how cold the weather gets, it is very important to never exceed 2% of
the total weight of cement when using the set accelerator calcium chloride. Using more calcium chloride than what is
recommended may have a negative impact on the pool finish, especially on pigmented finishes which will compromise
the pool finish appearance and shorten its service life.
Curing
Filling
Procedures
Water
Chemistry
Coverage
Rates
Warnings
Additional
Information
QuartzScapes'
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Product Specification Sheet
Care should be taken to protect the QuartzScapes` pool finish from rapid drying conditions such as high wind,
high temperature, or low humidity. Such precautions may include fogging or misting the surface or placing a
protective covering over the pool. Cover should not be placed directly on the aggregate surface.
When filling the pool, it is important to do so without interruption of fill water. Fill pool as rapidly as possible. Do not allow
main hose length to lay on the aggregate surface as it will leave a mark. Use a sock or clean cloth wrapped around the end
of the hose, or tie the end of the hose to a small empty water bottle to allow the hose to float in the water as it begins to fill.
Always put the hose in the deepest area of the pool, and do not allow fill water to run down from the shallow end of the
pool as the path of the running water will leave a mark on the new pool finish. It is very important to ensure that the pool
equipment is functioning properly before the pool finish is applied.
The pool water must be carefully balanced from the initial fill/start-up and constantly maintained within the guidelines
set forth by the NPC. Maintaining proper chemical balance from first fill is essential to maximize the quality, appearance,
and lifespan of the QuartzScapes' pool finish. Please consult your local NPT Representative concerning proper start-up
techniques and maintenance guidelines.
Coverage rates vary according to local conditions. The NPC Guideline for coverage rates for exposed quartz pool finishes
is 220 square feet at Y2" thick for a 1,051 lb batch.
This product contains Crystalline Silica. Avoid breathing dust from this product as prolonged and repeated breathing can
cause a progressive lung disease called Silicosis. The international agency for research on cancer has classified Crystalline
Silica as a known human carcinogen. Long term exposures that result in Silicosis may cause additional health issues. Follow
OSHA, MSHA and NOSH health standards for Silica dust. For more detailed information, see the material safety data sheet
before using or handling this product. This warning only applies to purchases of products that contain Crystalline Silica.
Product is alkaline on contact with water. During mixing or application, avoid contact with eyes or skin. In case of such
contact, flood eyes repeatedly with water and call physician. Do not take internally.
View the QuartzScapes' Application & Exposure Video on You Tube
Go To: You Tube / The Pool Source Channel / QuartzScapes Application Video
QuartzScapes' is a component pool finish which is installed correctly by following a precise formula.
Batch Formula Cards are available upon request. Ask your local NPT representative for a set of batch formula cards
for all NPT' pool finishes.
QuartzScapes` is an NPT' pool finish brand.
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Technical Bulletin
Product Description
QuartzScapes' is a formulated pool finish system featuring graded natural quartz as well as colored quartz highlights,
high quality pigments and the best cement modifier available for pool plaster application. QuartzScapes' has been installed
successfully in thousands of pools across America and is used in both commercial and residential installations. In order to help
you maximize your customer's satisfaction by delivering the best looking and performing quartz pool finish possible,
we recommend that you adhere to the following guidelines.
Installation Guidelines
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As with any cement/aggregate mixture the installation procedures should always be based on sound industry practices as
described in the National Plasterer's Council (NPC), Technical Manual, 7th Edition and the QuartzScapes° Product Data Guide.
There are specific batch formulas for every QuartzScapes• pool finish color. Deviating from the official batch formulas will void
the warranty. NPT' marketing tools reflect pools that are created using QuartzScapes' pool finish to ensure that the pool finish
literature matches the pool finish samples as well as the images on nptpool.com website.
The following is recommendation for a standard installation under normal environmental conditions.
• 6 x 100 lb. Bags of QuartzScapes' Base Mix
• 2 x 94 lb. Bags of ASTM C-150 white cement
• 'h Bag of Azteca/NPT' Modifier (preferred because of beneficial strength gain)
OR 1 bag of Easy Spread (Do not use both Azteca/NPT' and Easy Spread in the same batch)
• QuartzScapes' Branded pigment specified by batch formula
• ColorScapes' Color Quartz specified by batch formula
In hot climates, 34 DE Scoop of calcium chloride (94% purity) may be added to help control the set. At low percentages,
calcium chloride will slow the mix hydration characteristics and reduce surface shrinkage cracks.
Control the water content of your mix design. The suggested amount of mix water per batch of QuartzScapes is 15-17 gallons but
will vary depending on the conditions the day of installation. Section 2.1 of the NPC Technical Manual, 7th Edition, describes how
water content is typically governed by three primary factors: weather conditions, substrate conditions, and the application conditions.
Water content will vary from jobsite to jobsite. Remember the greater the water content, the more susceptible you will be to such
conditions as shrinkage cracks, carbonation, and in general, a more porous, permeable matrix.
QuartzScapes' is an exposed aggregate pool finish. Installers will use mechanical means to expose the aggregate matrix by hand
troweling, removing excess fat or cream from the surface with a trowel and lastly "ragging" the surface during the final trowel phase.
An acid wash is recommended to re
move any cemenduous residue from the surface and NOT to burn off the upper cream layer.
Acid washing the same day is possible providing ambient air temperatures are over 80' F and the QuartzScapes' has been allowed to
hydrate out of water for 4-6 hours. Premature acid washing can lead to a blotchy overexposed, or streaky final appearance. It is highly
recommended that the acid wash be performed by a minimum of two people, but three is optimal; one dispensing acid, one brushing
the surface and one rinsing the finish with water so that acid is never allowed to sit or streak.
Technical Bulletin 1A
In the cooler times of the year the surface may be acid washed the next morning following the day of application. It is imperative that
the pool filling take place as soon as possible after the acid wash and continued uninterrupted until the water reaches the mid -point
of the tile and the pool equipment can be turned on.
Remember like all cement/aggregate interior finishes, QuartzScapes' surfaces are immersion or ponding cured" Hydration or
maturation proceeds in an aqueous environment or when the surface is placed under water. Delays in filling willlead to cracking
or carbonation of the surface, as well as voiding the warranty.
Start -Up Guidelines
QuartzScapes' finishes must be started up in accordance with the NPC swimming pool Start- Up Procedures.
Copies of this procedure may be downloaded at no charge from the NPC website www.npconline.org
It is recommended to always use a quality sequestering agent during the start-up process as defined in
step #6 - 1st Day of the NPC Start -Up Card.
Maximizing Long -Term Durability
It is recommended that the NPC Daily Water Chemistry and Maintenance Card be followed for the
proper regimen of care of QuartzScapes' finishes.
To maximize the aesthetic features and long term durability aspects of a QuartzScapes' surface, the use of the
Langelier Saturation Index must be followed as explained in the NPC Daily Water Chemistry Card.
No salt should be added for 30 days to a new QuartzScapes' installation. Also remember to use the higher
Total Dissolved Solids constants for salt pools to obtain the correct LSI calculation.
Warranty
Failure to follow these guidelines voids warranty coverage. All materials must be purchased through SCP,
Superior Pool Products or a NPT Sales Center to be considered an NPT' branded pool finish and thus be
covered under warranty.