Modern Luxury in Brookville, NY: Inside Gappsi’s Latest Gunite Pool & Custom Porcelain Hardscape Transformation

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There is something truly captivating about a well-executed backyard transformation. When high-end materials, thoughtful spatial planning, and master craftsmanship converge, the result isn’t just an outdoor space; it is a private resort right outside your backdoor.

At Gappsi, we recently wrapped up a complete backyard estate installation in the prestigious community of Brookville, NY. This project showcases what is possible when modern architectural design meets world-class pool construction. From a massive 20’ x 70’ custom gunite pool finished in radiant Pebble Brilliant to intricate porcelain paver patterns woven with synthetic turf, every square inch of this property was engineered for elegance, durability, and effortless outdoor living.

Here is a closer look inside this spectacular Long Island backyard build.

1. Grand Scale Meets Smart Engineering: The 20’ x 70’ Gunite Pool

When designing a pool for a sprawling estate in Brookville, proportions are everything. A standard-sized pool can easily get lost in a large property. For this project, our design team specified an expansive 20-foot-wide by 70-foot-long gunite pool.

Gunite (pneumatically applied concrete) is the gold standard for custom swimming pools. It gives us total structural freedom to sculpt precise lines, custom benches, and built-in steps while offering unmatched structural longevity in the variable Long Island climate.

Contemporary 5-Foot Resort Depth

While traditional pools often featured deep ends reaching 8 to 10 feet, modern homeowners are shifting toward more functional, social-friendly water depths. This entire 70-foot pool was designed with a maximum depth of 5 feet.

  • Enhanced Usability: A continuous shallow-to-mid depth makes the entire footprint usable for water sports, casual floating, and active socializing.

  • Lap Swimming: At 70 feet long, the pool offers a true lap-swimming experience, allowing fitness enthusiasts to swim long strides without hitting deep drop-offs.

  • Safety & Comfort: Swimmers of varying heights can comfortably touch the bottom across broad sections of the pool, creating an inviting environment for guests of all ages.

2. Water Finish & Accents: Pebble Brilliant & Custom Glass Tile Work

The interior finish defines how a pool interacts with natural sunlight. To create a luminous, rich water color that glimmers throughout the day, we applied Pebble Brilliant across the entire interior surface.

What is Pebble Brilliant?

Pebble Brilliant is a premium aggregate pool finish that combines smooth, natural pebbles with vibrant interior pigmentation. The result is a silky-smooth tactile feel underfoot, superior resistance to chemical wear, and an incredible oceanic hue that reflects the sky.

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Intricate Glass Tile Framing

To elevate the water line and accentuate the pool’s interior geometry, our masons installed custom glass tiles across key architectural focal points:

  • 6-Inch Waterline Band: A pristine 6-inch band of iridescent glass tiles lines the top of the pool perimeter, catching light above and below the surface.

  • Step & Bench Trimmers: Glass tile safety trimmers line the leading edges of every step and interior seating bench. This not only creates striking visual contrast against the blue water, but it also provides a clear visual guide for swimmer safety.

3. Year-Round Convenience: Integrated Spa & Automatic Cover

A true luxury outdoor space must be as functional as it is beautiful. This Brookville project incorporates two high-performance elements that make pool ownership seamless and enjoyable.

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                      |         20' x 70' GUNITE POOL            |
                      |  - Pebble Brilliant Interior Finish      |
                      |  - Glass Tile Waterline & Step Trimmers  |
                      |  - Max Depth: 5 Feet                     |
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|           INTEGRATED SPA           |                         |       AUTOMATIC POOL COVER         |
| - Custom single-step corner entry  |                         | - Hidden track system              |
| - Year-round hydrotherapy heating  |                         | - Thermal heat retention & safety  |
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Custom Integrated Spa

Seamlessly built into the pool structure, the custom spa offers a dedicated hydrotherapy retreat. To maintain clean visual lines while ensuring comfortable access, we crafted a custom single-step entry in the corner of the spa. This subtle design detail allows for safe, graceful entry into the spa without disrupting the seating area or taking up valuable interior foot room.

Concealed Autocover System

Safety, heat retention, and cleanliness are paramount for large-format pools. We equipped this installation with an automatic pool cover (autocover) concealed within a flush-mounted mechanism.

At the press of a button, the durable mechanical cover glides over the 70-foot span. The benefits are significant:

  1. Safety: Creates a reliable physical barrier to protect children and pets.

  2. Energy Efficiency: Retains water heat overnight, dramatically cutting utility costs during cooler spring and autumn evenings.

  3. Debris Control: Prevents leaves and surrounding yard debris from entering the pool, minimizing filtration cycles and chemical usage.

4. Modern Hardscaping: Porcelain Pavers & Synthetic Turf Inlays

While the pool is the centerpiece, the surrounding hardscape sets the tone for the entire outdoor living space. For the patio, pool coping, and sun decks, we selected high-grade porcelain pavers—the ultimate material for modern pool surrounds.

Why Porcelain Pavers Outperform Traditional Stone

  • Cool Touch Technology: Porcelain reflects solar heat far better than natural bluestone or dark concrete, staying comfortable under bare feet during hot Long Island summers.

  • Slip-Resistant & Non-Porous: Engineered outdoor porcelain features a textured surface for wet-foot safety and resists staining from saltwater, chlorine, spills, or fallen leaves.

  • Color Uniformity: Offers crisp, clean architectural lines that do not fade over time.

The 4×4 Paver & Synthetic Turf Grid

To soften the expansive stone surface and introduce vibrant green accents, we installed 4×4 porcelain pavers intertwined with synthetic turf. This modern grid pattern breaks up large patio spans, providing an eye-catching geometric look that stays perfectly lush 365 days a year without mowing, watering, or fertilizer.

The Lounge Chair Sun Deck

Dedicated to relaxation, the sunbathing area features extra-large 32×80 porcelain slabs specifically layout-planned for chaise lounges. Framing these large-format tiles with high-density synthetic turf creates a resort-style lounge pad that drains instantly after rain and keeps the poolside environment clean and mud-free.

Project Highlights at a Glance

Feature Specification Material / Detail
Pool Construction 20′ W x 70′ L Gunite Structure Max 5′ depth, custom benches & steps
Interior Finish Pebble Brilliant Smooth aggregate finish with high clarity
Tile Accents Iridescent Glass Tile 6″ waterline band + step & bench trimmers
Spa Integration Custom Gunite Spa Single-step corner entry
Cover System Concealed Autocover Motorized, energy-efficient safety cover
Main Patio 4×4 Porcelain Pavers Integrated with synthetic turf grid pattern
Lounge Deck 32×80 Porcelain Slabs Surrounded by lush synthetic turf framing
Location Brookville, NY Built entirely by Gappsi Design-Build

The Gappsi Difference: Turnkey Outdoor Living on Long Island

A complex project like this requires seamless coordination across multiple trades, from excavation and gunite plumbing to precision masonry and synthetic turf installation. As a single-source design-build firm, Gappsi handles every phase under one roof:

  1. Custom 3D Landscape Design: Visualizing every tile layout, stone edge, and elevation change before ground is broken.

  2. In-House Construction Teams: Our skilled masons, pool builders, and turf specialists execute every detail to exacting standards.

  3. Premium Material Sourcing: From porcelain pavers to Pebble Brilliant pool finishes, we use only top-tier products designed for Northeastern weather conditions.

Transform Your Long Island Backyard with Gappsi

Whether you are looking to build a large-scale lap pool in Brookville, upgrade your patio with low-maintenance porcelain and synthetic turf, or design a complete outdoor entertainment center, Gappsi is ready to bring your vision to life.

Ready to start your pool or hardscape project?

Visit Gappsi.com or call us at (631) 543-1177 to schedule a private design consultation at our Smithtown showroom.

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Gunite Pool Repair and Backyard Design in Laurel Hollow NY

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Gunite-Pool-Repair-and-Backyard-Design-in-Laurel-Hollow-NYSwimming in a Gunite pool is a great way to cool off, exercise, and have fun during the hot summer months.  Add in an outdoor kitchen, and you won’t have to miss out on the fun that’s happening at your home.  There are many benefits of an outdoor kitchen, and whether it be a simple or more complex outdoor kitchen design, you’ll find a benefit in both.

Gappsi recently designed and built a backyard for a private residence in Laurel Hollow NY. The backyard had an existing Gunite pool that we refinished and restored. We installed new coping, and porcelain tiles in the water line under the coping, then finished the pool with gray marble dusting. The coping consists of bull nose walnut travertine which was also used throughout the backyard for caps on walls and steps.

Gunite Pool Repair and Maintenance

Owning a pool also comes with a certain amount of responsibility. Regular pool maintenance is essential to keep your pool clean, safe, and in good condition.  When you have a gunite pool, repairs are easy to schedule and take less time than you think. We offer our clients:

  • Pool service options to help maintain the pools we build
  • Restoration of older pools fallen into disrepair
  • Concrete pool resurfacing to keep your pool looking great
  • Repairs that bring an older pool up to code
  • Total gunite/shotcrete pool renovation and design for a new look for your backyard

Gunite-Pool-Repair-and-Backyard-Design-in-Laurel-Hollow-NY4What is the purpose of pool coping?

When an in-ground swimming pool is constructed of concrete, it will need coping, which is a cap for the edge of the pool. Coping surrounds the shell of the swimming pool and protects it. This piece keeps any water and debris from going in behind the shell and safeguards it from damage or cracking.

Bullnose Walnut Travertine Pool Coping

Travertine is acknowledged as a wonderful material to use in many architectural and decor projects, both big and small. It has many benefits such as its timeless look, it feels amazing underfoot, is incredibly durable, easy to clean, and more!  If your pool area needs an upgrade, you can’t go past travertine. Using travertine pool coping will make a huge difference to the look and feel of your pool area.

Travertine has a naturally cooler touch than any other paving stone. As a result, travertine pool coping is a more practical choice when you and your family are enjoying the summer months outdoors. Typically, most people want to enjoy their pool and outdoor area more when the weather is warmer.

Imagine the unpleasant experience of trying to climb out of a pool and having to grip your hands onto the piping-hot pool coping tiles. Then quickly make your way on bare feet across what feels like hot coals on your bare feet. Ouch!

These unpleasant experiences will be drastically reduced if you install travertine tiles and pool coping. That’s why it makes sense to choose travertine pool coping over any other stone or paving material.

Gunite-Pool-Repair-and-Backyard-Design-in-Laurel-Hollow-NY1Porcelain Tiles – Slip-Resistant and Safe

Porcelain is a virtually nonporous material that is ideally suited to use on a wall as it keeps water ingress to a minimum. The nonporous nature of porcelain also helps prevent staining meaning the coping will keep its original colour and be low maintenance throughout its lifetime.  Porcelain tiles are an excellent choice for pools they provide a modern and stylish look. Porcelain tiles are watertight and low maintenance, making them a great option for all wet areas around pools, including decks and patios.

Even when exposed to water, porcelain tiles won’t become slippery or especially dangerous to walk on. This makes them invaluable as a pool decking material, especially if you’re concerned about kids running and slipping when enjoying the swimming pool this summer.

Marble Dusting Gunite Pool Repair

Marble Dusting is a smooth plaster finish that is applied to the gunite pool or spa. It’s a mixture of highly refined white cement and crushed marble. This material can be dyed into many colors or purchased in a specific color and aggregate pattern. While white, or anything in the gray spectrum including black is common, exposed aggregate finishes can provide a unique look to your pool. The marble dust is applied up to the water line followed by rows of tile of your choice. The Marble Dust and tile give an attractive finish to your Gunite Pool and Spa Scape.

Gunite-Pool-Repair-and-Backyard-Design-in-Laurel-Hollow-NY2Gunite Pool Maintenance

Gunite pools are known for their durability, longevity, and customizability. However, they also require regular maintenance to keep them looking and functioning at their best. Here are some tips for gunite pool maintenance:

  • Brush the pool walls and floor: Use a pool brush to scrub the walls and floor of your gunite pool regularly. This will help prevent the buildup of algae and other debris.
  • Skim the surface: Use a pool skimmer to remove leaves, insects, and other debris from the surface of the water. Doing this daily will help prevent the debris from sinking to the bottom of the pool.
  • Check the water chemistry: Test the water chemistry of your gunite pool regularly to ensure that the pH, alkalinity, and chlorine levels are balanced. Imbalanced water chemistry can lead to algae growth, staining, and other problems.
  • Shock the pool: Shocking the pool involves adding a large dose of chlorine to the water to kill bacteria, algae, and other contaminants. This should be done every week or two, or as needed.

Gunite Pool Repair and Backyard Design in Laurel Hollow NY

This backyard was designed and built for a private residence in Laurel Hollow NY. The pool was existing and restored. We installed new coping porcelain tiles in the water line under the coping and finished the pool with gray marble dusting. The coping consists of bull nose walnut travertine which was also used throughout the backyard for caps on walls and steps.

The entire backyard was paved with G046 Melfi limestone, a very beautiful combination of colors, browns, grays, and maroon colors. We used a cultured stone for the rises and the wall veneer. The project was recently sealed as well.  In addition, we built an outdoor kitchen, and on the top left, there is a multi-level backyard. Very detailed backyard design, this is the latest Gappsi project design and build on Long Island in Laurel Hollow NY.

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Freeform Gunite Swimming Pool

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Freeform-Gunite-Swimming-Pool1Making the decision to build a custom freeform gunite swimming pool in your own backyard is exciting! Imagine a beautiful oasis with custom water features for relaxing and spending time with family and friends.

Gappsi specializes in gunite pool construction in Smithtown NY and surrounding areas. From initial consultation and coming up with your backyard design to completing the project in a timely manner, we promise excellent service and quality work every step of the way.

What Pool Shapes Are Available? Geometric and Freeform

A lot of thought should go into your pool shape and style. There are several factors that will play a part in determining that shape. Function is a big factor. It’s important to know what you want to be able to use the pool for and to consider all the users. Will it be a family-oriented pool that will incorporate a diving board, slide, grotto or other features your kids may enjoy? Or, maybe the pool’s primary function is to provide an oasis from the New York heat, someplace to unwind from a busy week where every feature revolves around escape and relaxation.

If that’s the case you may want to incorporate features like a shallow tanning reef, swim-up bar, or a relaxing water feature. It is easy to extend the use of your pool into the cooler months by adding a spa, fire pit, or outdoor kitchen area and incorporating it into the design.

Yard space is an important consideration when adding a pool to your property.  You may need a strategic pool design to make the most of a small or oddly shaped yard, or perhaps you have more space than you literally know what to do with. Both are scenarios that our experienced designers and pool builders at Gappsi know how to deal with.

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Freeform custom pools are those taking on any shape and form. There’s no certain geometric shape such as a square or rectangle. Instead, freeform design (sometimes also referred to as a radius pool), has no set rules or shapes.  It can take on any curvilinear form.

Freeform-Gunite-Swimming-PoolWhen you start to plan out your swimming pool installation with Gappsi, you will have the option of creating a freeform design for your pool area. Unlike traditional swimming pools, which contain rigid, geometric shapes, freeform pools have an organic look and feel. Gappsi has plenty of experience with pool installation and will be able to help you plan out a freeform pool that matches beautifully with your backyard.

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There are a few terrific benefits to the freeform swimming pool. When you create a freeform pool, you will be able to create a one-of-a-kind design for your backyard. Small pools are particularly suited to a freeform design because they can be crafted to look like natural water elements. You may also find that your swimming pool maintenance requirements are lower when you create a freeform design. Overall, planning a freeform pool will allow you to express your personality and sense of style.

Freeform pools are made up of soft curves. These gunite pools can be built in an infinite amount of pool shapes. Contemporary freeform pools often have natural rock or waterfall features that are designed to resemble a natural lake, lagoon, or oasis. They are usually surrounded by lush landscaping and blend seamlessly with the rest of the yard.

Gunite freeform pools can be built into almost any yard including those oddly shaped, limited space, or homes that have a sloping landscape. Our gunite pools can be built with a wide range of features that can include:

  • Beach entry or built-in steps
  • Deeper areas for diving pools
  • Built-in seating
  • Built-in tables or bar areas
  • Tanning reefs
  • Waterfalls, fountains and bubblers
  • Spas & Grottos

Freeform-Gunite-Swimming-Pool2Freeform Gunite Swimming Pool Built in East Northport NY

Gappsi designed this freeform gunite swimming pool in East Northport NY. This is a very large swimming pool with a 9-foot deep end. In the shallow area, we built a sundeck with steps across in twelve-inch deep water. We used porcelain tiles, a very close combination of colors. Our team built a natural-looking waterfall at the deep end of the pool using moss rocks.  We made the moss rocks to also double as the diving rock. In addition, the shelf to the waterfall can be used as a diving board to jump into the pool. Around the pool area, we installed Blue Limestone on the patio in a French pattern and finished the pool is white quartz.

The pool coping is 12-inch by 2-inch thick limestone selected from the Gappsi Natural Stone Collection. The customer has a very large patio which includes a Breeo Fire Pit on one side of the yard. The Breeo Fire Pit is perfect for summer night fires while enjoying the view of the pool. This is the latest Gappsi backyard project in East Northport NY.

review-from-a-customer-whiteI highly recommend Gappsi! Giuseppe designed our entire backyard and we couldn’t be happier with how it turned out. I love the automatic cover for our pool and our synthetic turf grass. Anytime we have anyone come over, they always compliment our marble stone patio and retaining wall. Giuseppe was great to work with and would answer all of our questions so quickly – there was always an open line of communication throughout our backyard renovation. Looking forward to creating many memories in our new backyard thanks to Gappsi!

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Gunite Swimming Pool Renovation

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If you’ve been enjoying your pool for several years but want to update the look or add new features, then a gunite swimming pool renovation might be just what your pool needs. At Gappsi, we have a team dedicated specifically to commercial and residential pool needs.  The versatility of a Gunite pool makes it a top choice for homeowners who wish to truly “design” their own swimming pool. Gunite is a mixture of cement and sand sprayed onto contoured and supported surfaces used in the construction of in-ground swimming pools.

How do you know when your pool needs to be resurfaced? Below are the signs to look out for:

  • Your pool has stains and the walls are dirty.
  • The surface of your pool has developed bumps and is rough.
  • There are fissures and cracks along your pool walls.
  • Your pool water level continually drops.

Now there are temporary solutions such as water-proof paint along with acid washes for stains, but these are the equivalent of putting Band-Aids on the problem. It’s more cost-effective to hire a professional to replaster your pool and have it done correctly the first time.

Gunite offers the maximum strength that can currently be found in the swimming pool construction industry.  These materials allow for a more “elevated” level of custom pool design options.  Gunite is a pneumatically applied concrete mixture reinforced with steel rebar.  This is the most effective way of creating a swimming pool from concrete. Gunite is superior to alternative pool construction techniques such as vinyl liner or fiberglass pools in terms of structural strength and design options. It is also a porous concrete mixture that allows for better expansion/contraction tolerance and is less prone to cracking, shifting, translating, or sinking.

Is a gunite pool a good investment?

There are plenty of pros of gunite pools to be aware of. First, they last a long time and don’t take much time, effort, or money to maintain. That fact is the reason why lots of people see gunite pools as being a good investment is because of less future costs.  The life expectancy of a gunite pool depends on the construction.

A poorly built gunite pool certainly has the potential to crack, but a properly built pool can and should last for 100 years or more, with no risk of cracking whatsoever. We’ve been building Gunite pools for more than 30 years and our customers are very satisfied.

Gunite-Swimming-Pool-Renovation1What is the difference between replastering and resurfacing a pool?

Replastering is typically done when the existing plaster has become rough, cracked, or stained. Resurfacing, on the other hand, involves adding a new layer of material on top of the existing pool surface. This can include plaster, aggregate, or tile.  Most often gunite pools need to be resurfaced when stains are inevitable. Often, they are not anything serious, but they can build up and take away the beauty of your pool. Stains usually come from algae, leaves, debris, and chemical, and mineral outputs. If you are unable to clean the stains off then pool resurfacing will do the trick.  The best way to know if it’s time to resurface a pool is to be proactive, observing it constantly so that you’ll notice signs that it’s time to resurface. Mineral stains, gunite exposure, or plaster that’s flaking or falling off are all signs that your pool is in need of work.

Many pool owners ask: “How often do you need to replaster a pool?” on average, a pool needs to be replastered every ten years or so. However, there are several factors that could cause this maintenance to come sooner or last longer.

Can you reshape a gunite pool?

If you’re looking to change the shape of a gunite pool, a significant amount of excavation work is needed. Moreover, multiple areas would need to be excavated and then refilled for this process. In some instances, this process could be costly.

Gunite-Swimming-Pool-RenovationWhy use gunite instead of concrete?

To improve the strength and ductility of poured concrete, it is usually incorporated with wire mesh but sprayed concrete can be combined with steel fiber to increase this. Gunite and shotcrete are typically less expensive than poured concrete.  Shotcrete, “concrete”, and gunite are all basically the same product with variations in strength, inherent water-tightness, and methods of construction.

Gunite Swimming Pool Advantages

  • Gunite is cheaper than shotcrete
  • When applying Gunite you can stop and start the application without creating any weak points
  • Super high strength with low shrinkage
  • You can walk on the wet concrete without disturbing it
  • Gunite is easier to clean up than shotcrete

Gunite Swimming Pool Super Blue Diamond Bright Finish Renovation East Northport NY

This is a gunite swimming pool renovation patio restoration located in East Northport NY. Gappsi installed G045 limestone coping for the pool and Flagstone G045 pavers for the patio. The pool plaster was done with diamond bright super blue and we used porcelain tiles in the water line. All the pool plumbing was redone with new filters and a new salt generator chlorine system. This is the latest Gappsi gunite swimming pool renovation in East Northport NY. 

We specialize in professionally resurfacing commercial and residential gunite pools. From the prepping and pre-plastering to the plastering and finishing touches, we handle the whole process from start to finish.

Contact Gappsi today to set up an appointment. We’ll come out to inspect your pool and give you a free quote.

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Gunite Pool Renovation And Coping Brookville NY

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Gunite-Pool-Renovation-And-Coping1Gappsi is an expert at Gunite Pool Renovation And Coping on Long Island.  Gappsi is an industry leader in remodeling services which allows you to change virtually everything with your existing pool. We combine old-time craftsmanship with modern technology and pride ourselves on personalized attentive service. We work with our clients to effectively choose what the best options are to create their dream backyard. From state-of-the-art products for modernizing your filtration and sanitation needs to redesign the layout and material of your decking.

We offer the latest technology that makes pool maintenance much easier. These new innovations will save you money, time, and frustration, which will allow you and your family to enjoy spending time by the pool. Gappsi creates a new experience and brings life back into your swimming pool.

How Do You Know You Need A Gunite Pool Renovation And Coping?

  • Is your swimming pool beginning to show signs of age?
  • Is the coping loose?
  • Is your tile cracked?
  • Is your tile falling off?
  • Is your pool tile fading or dull?
  • Are your kids complaining about the plaster feeling rough on their feet?
  • You just want to achieve a completely new look.

From full swimming pool reconstruction, concrete pool resurfacing & pool plastering, to pool tile repair, replacement of pool coping, and in-ground pool repair, Gappsi Pools has the experience to handle all your Long Island swimming pool remodeling needs.

Gappsi Renovation And Remodeling Services

Our gunite pool renovation and remodeling services will take your inground swimming pool from dull to stunning. We also offer energy-efficient equipment upgrades for spas, waterfalls, or raising the pool depth. Our services include improving drainage and repairing cracks. Energy-saving makeovers, alternative ways to sanitize your pool, and acid baths, are just some of the services we offer.

  • Gunite Swimming Pool Restoration
  • Gunite Swimming Pool Remodeling
  • Gunite and Deck Cracks Repaired
  • Gunite Pool Renovations Complete
  • Pool Loose or Cracked Tile Repair and Replacement
  • Inground Pool Coping Restoration
  • Gunite Pool Replastering
  • Deck Restoration and Remodeling
  • Pool Chemical Stain Restoration
  • Pool Rust Stain Removal
  • Pool Discoloration Restoration

Gunite-Pool-Renovation-And-CopingMarble Pavers Pool Copings In Brookville NY

This is a gunite renovation completed on Long Island in Brookville NY. Gappsi installed new glass tiles in the waterline to freshen up the look of the pool.

Waterfalls, water walls, fountains, jets, bubblers, and spillovers give your pool a focal point, and they create an inspirational setting. A great pool design is often realized by the water within; its appearance, reflections, and how it refracts light and color. By adding a vertical element of moving water, the design can spring to life and almost become a work of art. There are many types of water features to choose from.  Simply put, today’s pool builders create customized features that move water in astonishing ways.

For our customer in Nassau County, we built a wall for the water feature to include sheer descends and on each end, we added spillover bowls.  Along the side of the pool we installed 6 Laminars; 3 on each side.

Sheer-descent waterfalls

Sheer-descent waterfalls, also called sheetfalls, are more suited for modern and geometric pools. The water flows through a thin spillway creating a sleek elegant look as it descends into the water. Sheetfalls are often installed along a raised wall on one side of the pool. The wall can be finished in glass tile for a stunning effect or stacked stone for a more natural look.

Laminar Fountains

Laminar fountains are a type of deck jet that produces a bubble-free arc of water.  This water feature is more common on modern pools and often lit by colorful LED lights.   This water feature look is both stunning and exciting. Designers should pay attention to windy areas because too much wind may ruin the effect on the laminar fountains. Laminar fountains are more expensive than standard deck jets.

Gunite-Pool-Renovation-And-Coping2Gappsi Stone Collection | Marble G043

In general construction terminology, coping refers to masonry material that is used to cap the top of a wall. Most walls have some type of coping, and the kind that adorns those on gunite pools features specific elements.

Coping is the material—usually natural stone or various forms of concrete—mounted over the top of the pool shell’s “bond beam” (the upper portion of the wall). This is where the pool structure meets the surrounding deck

For the coping in the patio, we used marble G043 selected from the Gappsi Stone Collection. The benches and steps in the pool were outlined with glass tiles that were used in the pool for the waterline. For the wall water feature, we used very unique marble slabs to elevate the look and make it a dramatic focal point of the pool and backyard. The patterns in the stones add to the natural beauty of the backyard through the natural patterns in the stones.

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For more than 35 years, Gappsi has renovated residential and commercial pools in Long Island New York.

Our commercial customers usually renovate their pool and spa to attract new members and retain existing customers at their health clubs or private community.

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Whether your renovation project calls for a completely new design, a few new upgrades, or gunite resurfacing of the plaster finish give us a call today our team is here to help you! Guiseppe, along with his experienced team of professionals at Gappsi, will guide you through the process and offer trusted expert advice.

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