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3M Colorquartz Crystals

Durabilty of Colorquartz Crystals

3M created Colorquartz Crystals by melding the strength of nature with the power of technology. Quartz, one of nature’s hardest minerals, is bonded with an exterior ceramic coating. This coating – which contains inorganic pigments – gives each Colorquartz Crystal its brilliant color and durability.

The color resists bleeding or fading, even when exposed to harsh sunlight, strong pool chemicals, and acid washings. The durable crystals, dispersed throughout your pool finish, withstand chemical wear and mechanical abrasion.

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Quartz mineral is one of the hardest minerals on the planet. When coated and kiln-fired, it creates an extremely tough material, capable of withstanding the harshest environmental conditions.

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What to Expect


Finishes containing Colorquartz™ Crystals weather to perfection over time.
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