Rondebosch pool owners often reach us with one of two problems. Either the pool is losing water, or the surface has worn so badly that it is hard to keep clean. Sometimes it is both. Our team handles fibreglass pool relining across the suburb, and we also check for leaks before a new lining goes on.
Many homes here are older family properties with concrete pools finished in marbelite. Shade from big trees, leaf litter and wet winters all speed up wear on that finish. A fibreglass lining gives the existing shell a new, smooth surface.
Rondebosch pool relining starts with the right diagnosis
Before we talk about linings, we look at what is actually wrong. A rough, stained surface is a surface problem. A dropping water level might be too, but it might also be a pipe, a fitting or a cracked skimmer. Lining over a plumbing leak does not fix it.
Pool leak detection before fibreglass pool relining
A simple bucket test at home can help. Fill a bucket, stand it on the pool step so the water levels match, and mark both levels. After a day or two, compare them. If the pool has dropped noticeably more than the bucket, water is escaping somewhere other than into the air.
If your Rondebosch pool loses more water than evaporation explains, we trace the source first. Our guide to pool leak detection in Cape Town explains how hidden leaks in marbelite and gunite pools are found. Once the leak is repaired, relining can go ahead on a sound shell.
How a fibreglass pool lining is applied
Relining keeps your existing concrete, gunite or marbelite pool and resurfaces it. The steps are:
- Drain the pool
- Grind or sand the old surface for a good bond
- Repair cracks and prime the shell
- Lay a reinforced fibreglass layer
- Finish with a gelcoat and refill
The work usually takes 5 to 10 working days, depending on pool size and weather. Winter rain in Rondebosch can slow things down, because the shell has to be dry. More on the method is on our fibreglass pool relining page.
Pool relining for steps, benches and beach entries
Not every pool is a simple rectangle. Fibreglass follows curves, steps and shallow beach entries well, so unusual shapes can be relined too. They take more preparation time, which affects both the schedule and the quote. Steps and benches are also where old marbelite tends to wear first, because that is where people sit and walk. A smooth lining there makes a real difference to bare feet.
Fibreglass pool or marbelite resurfacing in Rondebosch?
Both work on concrete pools, and we do both. Marbelite resurfacing renews the classic plastered look. Fibreglass gives a smooth, non-porous surface where algae has less to grip, so the pool usually needs fewer chemicals and less brushing than worn marbelite. With proper care, a fibreglass lining lasts 15 to 25 years.
We will tell you which suits your pool after a site visit.
Pool relining cost for Rondebosch homes
The cost depends on pool size, shape, condition and access. We do not publish a fixed figure. Our 2026 relining price guide for Cape Town explains what affects it, and we give a written quote after seeing the pool.
Rondebosch fibreglass pool relining FAQs
Will pool relining stop my pool losing water?
Only if the water is escaping through the surface. Leaks in pipes or fittings need repair first.
Can fibreglass pool relining go over old marbelite?
Yes. After draining, grinding, crack repair and priming, the lining bonds to old marbelite or concrete.
Is pool relining work guaranteed?
We guarantee fibreglass lining and repair work for up to 5 years, depending on the project.
Do you do fibreglass pool relining near Rondebosch?
Yes, including luxury pool renovations in Bishopscourt.
Book pool relining or a leak check in Rondebosch
Call or WhatsApp 074 378 6623, email info@poolsreno.co.za, or use our contact page. Let us know if the pool is losing water, and we will plan the visit around that.
