How do you repair small- and medium-sized surface chipping problems at the bottom of your empty in-ground gunite pool?

To repair small- and medium-sized surface chipping problems at the bottom of your empty in-ground gunite pool, you will need the following materials:

- A chipping hammer or cold chisel

- A wire brush

- A hammer or mallet

- A concrete patching compound

- A trowel

- Safety glasses

- Gloves

1. Clean the area. Use the chipping hammer or cold chisel to remove any loose or damaged concrete from the area around the chip. Be careful not to damage the surrounding concrete.

2. Brush the area clean. Use the wire brush to remove any dust or debris from the area.

3. Dampen the area. Wet the area with a garden hose or bucket of water. This will help the concrete patching compound to adhere properly.

4. Apply the concrete patching compound. Use the trowel to apply the concrete patching compound to the area. Be sure to fill in the chip completely and smooth out the surface.

5. Let the concrete patching compound dry. Allow the concrete patching compound to dry completely according to the manufacturer's instructions. This may take several hours or days.

6. Test the repair. Once the concrete patching compound has dried, fill the pool with water and check for any leaks. If there are any leaks, repeat the process until the repair is complete.

Tips:

* Be sure to wear safety glasses and gloves when working with concrete patching compound.

* If the chip is large or deep, you may need to use a concrete bonding agent before applying the concrete patching compound.

* If the repair is not done properly, it may leak and cause further damage to the pool.