Every number below comes from a named source listed at the bottom of this page. National figures are labeled as national; they are not Tampa quotes. Checked October 23, 2026.
The finishes side by side
| Finish | National Plasterers Council[14] | Angi, national cost and life[13] | Tampa companies that list it |
|---|---|---|---|
| White plaster | Traditional white plaster; an economical option; typical surface life 5–8 years | About $4 per sq ft; about 10 years | 35 companies |
| Quartz | An affordable option, non-reactive to pool chemicals; typical surface life 10–15 years | No separate quartz figure | 26 companies |
| Pebble (exposed aggregate) | An upgraded-cost option; typical surface life 12–18 years | About $10 per sq ft (aggregate); 20+ years | 39 companies |
| Polished aggregate / glass bead | Polished finishes: an upgraded option; typical surface life 8–12 years | Glass tile $1–$35 per sq ft | 4 companies |
The sources do not agree on lifespans: the NPC gives 5–8 years for white plaster, Angi about 10. Both describe typical ranges, and water chemistry changes them (see how long resurfacing lasts).
How long each finish lasts
| Finish | Lifespan claims |
|---|---|
| White plaster / marcite | 7–12 years (Aqua Coat[1]); in a saltwater pool often 7–10 years, against 12–15 in a traditional chlorine pool (Pool Renovators[4]). |
| Quartz aggregate | 10–15 years (Aqua Coat[1]); 12–15 years in a saltwater pool (Pool Renovators[4]). |
| Pebble (Pebble Tec and similar) | 15–20 years with proper maintenance (Aqua Coat[1]); 15–25 years in a saltwater pool (Pool Renovators[4]). |
| Any finish | "Most Florida pools need resurfacing every 10 to 15 years" (Acqua Bella[5]). |
Local prices by finish, with sources: pool resurfacing cost in Tampa.
Frequently asked questions
Which lasts longest: plaster, quartz or pebble?
On the National Plasterers Council's typical ranges, pebble (12–18 years) outlasts quartz (10–15 years) and white plaster (5–8 years)[14].
Which is cheapest?
The NPC calls white plaster the economical option[14]. On Angi's national figures, plaster is about $4 per sq ft and aggregate (pebble) about $10[13].
Who installs each finish in Tampa?
35 companies in our directory list plaster, 26 list quartz and 39 list pebble on their own sites. Each finish page ranks them.
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More guides
- Pool resurfacing cost in Tampa (2026)
- Plaster vs quartz vs pebble
- How long resurfacing lasts
- Signs you need resurfacing
- Tampa Bay pool resurfacing cost and finish guide (2026)
- Best pool resurfacing companies in Tampa
Sources
- Aqua Coat Pool Plastering (Tampa): Pool Resurfacing in Tampa, FL (company page)
- Pool Renovators (Seminole): What Florida Homeowners Need to Know About Resurfacing a Saltwater Pool (company article, September 6, 2026)
- Acqua Bella Pools & Spa (Odessa): How Much Does Pool Resurfacing Cost? (company page)
- Angi: How Much Does Pool Resurfacing Cost? [2026 Data] (national figures; updated Oct 23, 2026)
- National Plasterers Council: Swimming Pool Resurfacing (finish types and typical surface life)