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Pebbletec,Pebblesheen and Pebblefina Terms & Conditions

Terms of Sale

  1. Payment terms:
  • Please see quotation for amounts and dates.
  • Deposit payments are non-refundable.
  • Commencement payment must be received 5 days prior to starting on site.
  • Retention payment due 30 days from the date we leave site.
  1. No firm delivery date can be agreed prior to payment of the deposit.
  2. In event of failure to comply with the payment terms, AquaStone Pool Finishes STS Ltd (ASPF) reserve the right to charge interest on outstanding payment(s) at 5% above the Bank of England Base Rate.
  1. Validity, our quotations are valid for 30 days from the date of the quotation, unless otherwise specified.
  2. Day work rates (for return visits, extra works etc.);
  • All ASPF operatives will be charged at £380 per man per day depending on location. Work in London will incur additional cost.
  • For return visits: rates to be agreed prior to the work being carried out.
  • Accommodation will be charged at cost plus £25 per day per person subsistence allowance.
  • Mileage will be charged at 45p per mile.
  1. Prices are based on daytime working and having continual work at all times. Should there be a

requirement for an unscheduled delay or postponement or night work, additional costs will apply.

  1. Extra work can only be undertaken after written instructions by the client are received by ASPF.
  2. ASPF shall retain the ownership of the materials until full payment has been received.
  3. Prior to receipt of full payment, ASPF may (without prejudice to any of its other rights) retake possession

of the materials or any part of them.

  1. This quotation is based on current rates for labour and materials and is open for acceptance for 12

weeks from the date of the quotation and will be subject to negotiation thereafter.

  1. Completion payment is due on completion of the final acid wash after application and NOT when the

pool has been commissioned. The retention payment is due 28 days after completion.

  1. ONE site visit ahead of any work is included in the quotation price. Any further visits are charged at

£360 plus all expenses.

Technical/Finishes

  1. The pebbles are natural stone and will contain variations of colour and shading. These colour and shade variations are one of the highlights of a natural pebble pool finish and are not considered to be a failure.
  1. Pebble application thickness: 8 – 10mm. Prep coat 3 – 5mm.
  1. If the finish is to be square and parallel, this should exist prior to the pebble application. Any making good or corrections can be made using sand/cement render either by ASPF or others, at additional cost.
  1. If pool elevations are to be plumb or any falls are required, this must be clearly stated to ASPF pre-order and provisions made to amend with sand/cement render or screeds, either by ASPF or others. If this is not carried out the pebble will follow the contour of the concrete.
  1. Due to the nature of the pebbling process, there might be a slight unevenness/waviness to the final finish. This will be barely noticeable when below water level. Any walkways or beach areas may be susceptible to slight puddling.
  1. We strongly suggest that consideration is given to applying stone (or similar) to any rollovers, in particular, infinity edges. Due to the nature of the pebble and its application, it will not be possible to achieve a completely straight edge. Where pebbling is required, it will be necessary to set trims on both the front and back edges of the horizontal walls.
  1. Day work joints are inevitable on pools but these are barely visible once the pool is filled. This will be more visible in pools finished with colours containing coloured glass beads and/or oxides.
  1. Any Settlement cracks appearing after initial application of pebble will not be the responsibility of ASPF and rectification will be at additional cost (materials and labour).
  1. Pebble applications are not flexible, any movement beneath the material may cause the finish to crack or delaminate. ASPF can take no responsibility for this.
  1. Some loss of pebble is expected, especially in a new installation, it is not to be considered a failure.
  2. Any repairs undertaken to the pebble finish by ASPF may result in some cosmetic variation.
  3. Minor surface crazing may occur but this is a natural occurrence and is not considered a failure.
  4. Some pool finishes may contain sea shells such as Abalone and Mother of Pearl. The shells are made up of material from sea water and from a living mollusc. Due to circumstances beyond our control, such as the nature of shell materials and variables of water chemistry, ASPF cannot guarantee the lasting integrity of this shell material against degradation and loss of colour.
  1. Some pool finishes may contain glass and although the surface may glitter when dry and in light/sunshine, the appearance may lose some or all of this effect when under water.
  1. A pebbled pool is an “exposed aggregate” natural finish and the surface is textured (non slip) and will have smooth undulating feel similar to a pebbled beach.
  1. The pool must be filled within 24 hours of the pebble application receiving the acid wash, in accordance with warranty conditions. Filling the pool protects the finish and supports the curing process, which may take up to 14 days. If necessary, the pool may be drained for additional work but must not remain empty for more than 24 hours.

Requirements

  1. It is the responsibility of the pool (or spa) builder (or owner) to ensure that there is no wateringress through the shell structure, plumbing or electrical fittings prior to any of our works can commence. It is impossible to pebble pools with water entering the pool shell. As a guideline, the pool should be dry from ground water for a period of 7 days prior to commencing the pebble application. This guideline is set out to ensure that the condition of the pool is stable and the ground water conditions are controlled.
  1. If the pool is open to the elements, then tenting (by others) maybe required to allow uninterrupted work.
  1. If a pool cover is to be installed it is the client’s responsibility to ensure the pool structure is square and parallel. The pebble application will follow the pool structure and cannot be varied in thickness to rectify errors in the pool structure.
  1. Surface/substrate to be pebbled must be sound and left slightly rough to ensure good adhesion of pebble. Surfaces will be inspected 7 days prior to pebbling to ensure suitability. If, at any time, post pebbling, it is found that the surface/substrate has either blown or moved, no responsibility will be taken by ASPF unless preparation work prior to pebbling has been undertaken by ASPFthemselves.
  1. The pool shell should be clean and free of debris and any contaminants i.e. exposed re-enforcing, timber etc.
  1. The main contractor to provide complete protection of any finished/completed work against physical damage, moisture, soiling, contamination and staining. (This includes the finished pebble surface).
  1. The copings and/or freeboard must be in situ and secure prior to pebbling and the adhesive should have cured.
  1. The programme should allow for our works to be completed before the final cleaning of the building.
  2. The main contractor to supply safe, dry and secure storage for our materials, preferably in one place for the duration of our works.
  1. The main contractor to supply hoisting facilities to upper and lower floors, if relevant. Also, safe, manual access for transportation of materials to site of works ie. side of pool.
  1. The main contractor to supply water, electric light and power (240V and110v) for our works, in close proximity.
  1. Any requirement for heating/gas blowers as a result of low temperatures should be provided by the main contractor.
  1. The main contractor to supply any scaffolding required for our work.
  2. The main contractor to supply toilet and First Aid facilities.
  3. At least a 3 bar water pressure must be available to enable pressure washing of pebble.

Pool Care Guidelines

  1. As with any other finish, it is important to maintain the correct chemical balance within the pool water asset out by industry guidelines. pH and Calcium levels are particularly important in preventing scale from building up on the finish. Whilst filling the pool and prior to filtration, it is recommended that the pool is swept daily. By brushing, any debris in the water will be suspended and eventually captured by the filter.
  1. ASPF recommends that pool owners “balance” their pool water using the “Langelier Saturation Index”

(chart found at http://www.whitmer.com/saturation_index.htm). This system takes into account pH, alkalinity, water temperature, chlorine and calcium hardness. We recommend that for the first 30 days pH and alkalinity be monitored regularly as they can directly affect the appearance of the surface. It might help to maintain levels of pH, alkalinity and calcium hardness toward the lower end of the index. Keep in mind, based on your water source, you may need to add “Muriatic acid” to your new pool 2 to 3 times per week during the first month.After 30 days, the pool should be checked 1 to 2 times per week and adjusted accordingly. If your finish is a darker colour, in particular black, it is even more important that you follow these instructions. Do not chlorinate your pool until water is filtered and pH and alkalinity are acceptable. Chlorine is highly reactive and can cause metals or minerals to precipitate (cloud water, scale and/or stain). A number of pool supply retail stores have computerized testing equipment to help you monitor these factors as well as others (cyanuric acid, metals, etc.).

  1. Recommended water chemistry guidelines:

      pH 7.4 – 7.6

      Total Alkalinity 80-120ppm

      Calcium Hardness 200 – 400ppm

  1. Guidelines for water balancing and chemistry given by ASPF are only RECOMMENDATIONS.
  2. Responsibility for water chemistry remains with the pool builder/servicing engineer/client and will vary

from region to region. A written record should be maintained.

Other

  1. No liquidated damages will be agreed.
  2. These terms and conditions form an integral part of our offer and take precedence over any other conditions where they are in conflict.
  1. Pools should be filled immediately after pebbling has been completed to avoid the pebbles becoming soiled. Any marks caused as a result of the above not being adhered to will be the responsibility of others.
  1. The immediate filling of a pool is extremely important as it will aid the equalising of outside pressure due to water tables etc. It also aids with the curing of the pebble preventing shrinkage which may cause cracks and even hollow areas. Repeated emptying and re-filling should always beavoided.

Warranty

  1. Any warranty does not include service, cleaning or repair of a finish that has been abused or no properly maintained.
  1. Calcium deposits (scaling) from corrosive water or staining from foreign material in the pool are excluded by our warranty.
  1. Any costs relating to water replacement, chemicals and loss of use of the pool are excluded by our warranty.
  1. Surface crazing or cracking caused by structural movement or damage are excluded from the warranty.
  2. Any warranty is non-transferrable and is only valid to the client/contractor issued with the warranty.
  3. Any warranty is not valid until ASPF has been paid in full.

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