Both Diamond Brite and pebble are quality finishes used across Tampa Bay. They behave differently underfoot, age differently, and price differently. Here is how to choose.
Diamond Brite (Quartz Aggregate)
- Cost: $6,000 to $10,000 for a typical Florida pool.
- Lifespan: 12 to 18 years.
- Texture: smoother, easier on feet.
- Look: consistent color, slight sparkle.
Pebble Finishes (Pebble Tec, Pebble Sheen, Pebble Fina)
- Cost: $9,000 to $15,000.
- Lifespan: 15 to 25 years.
- Texture: rougher (Pebble Tec) to medium (Pebble Sheen and Fina).
- Look: richer color depth, more variation, premium feel.
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Which Should You Pick?
Pick Diamond Brite if you have small kids who will spend hours on the steps, or you want the cheapest finish that still lasts. Pick pebble if you want maximum lifespan, deeper water color, and the upgrade you can see from the patio.
What We See in Tampa Bay
About 60 percent of our remodels go pebble, 40 percent quartz. Pebble Sheen is the most-installed finish in 2025 because it splits the difference on cost and texture.
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