{"id":102746,"date":"2026-07-22T14:25:11","date_gmt":"2026-07-22T14:25:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dandjthepoolresurfacers.com\/?p=102746"},"modified":"2026-08-28T16:13:36","modified_gmt":"2026-08-28T16:13:36","slug":"how-long-does-pool-resurfacing-take-florida","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dandjthepoolresurfacers.com\/en\/2026\/07\/22\/how-long-does-pool-resurfacing-take-florida\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Does Pool Resurfacing Take in Florida?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;section1 introduccion&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_code _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div style=\"max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;padding:40px 24px 80px;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- ============================================================<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     D&#038;J THE POOL RESURFACERS \u2014 CSS\/JS DEL CUERPO DEL BLOG (v3)<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     Pega este bloque UNA sola vez en el sitio (header\/footer code<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     injection). 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============================================================<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     BLOG 5 \u2014 How Long Does Pool Resurfacing Take in Florida?<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     Pega esto como el CONTENIDO del post (reemplaza el cuerpo actual).<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     Requiere el CSS\/JS sitewide (embed-css-v3.html) ya instalado.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     ============================================================ &#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>One of the most common questions homeowners ask before starting a pool renovation is simple: how long will I be without my pool?<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dandjthepoolresurfacers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Work-Team-4-1.webp\" alt=\"D&#038;J pool resurfacing work team\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>In Florida, where pools are used almost year-round, downtime matters. Whether you&#8217;re preparing for summer or fixing surface damage, understanding the timeline helps you plan better and avoid frustration.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>Pool resurfacing is a structured process that involves draining, preparation, surface removal, repair, application of a new finish, curing, and refilling. Each stage has a specific purpose and timeline. Most homeowners are surprised to learn that the actual application is only a small part of the total process \u2014 the majority of time goes into preparation and curing to ensure long-term durability.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>In Central Florida, weather conditions such as humidity and rain can slightly impact timing, which is why working with experienced contractors is essential.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dandjthepoolresurfacers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Work-Team-11-1.webp\" alt=\"D&#038;J pool resurfacing work team\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<div class=\"djt-callout\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <pee><strong>Quick answer:<\/strong> Pool resurfacing in Florida typically takes <span class=\"djt-stat\">5\u20137 days<\/span> from start to finish. The surface application takes 1\u20132 days, while the remaining time is used for preparation, curing, refilling, and water balancing.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h2>Step-by-Step Pool Resurfacing Timeline: What&#8217;s Actually Happening to Your Pool Each Day<\/h2>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>Most homeowners picture this process as &#8220;a few days of work.&#8221; That&#8217;s true \u2014 but only for part of it. What nobody explains clearly before the project starts is that the physical work and the full process are two completely different timelines. Here&#8217;s what actually happens, in order.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<ul class=\"djt-timeline\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<li><span class=\"djt-day\">DAY 1<\/span><strong>The pool comes out of service<\/strong><pee>The pool is drained completely and the old surface is removed down to the concrete shell. Once the shell is exposed, its true condition is visible for the first time \u2014 cracks, delamination, or deterioration that weren&#8217;t visible through the old finish show up now.<\/pee><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<li><span class=\"djt-day\">DAY 2\u20133<\/span><strong>The shell gets prepared<\/strong><pee>Any repairs to the shell are completed. The surface is cleaned, profiled, and treated so the new finish bonds correctly. This phase moves faster on pools in good structural condition and slower on pools that need more repair work than expected.<\/pee><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<li><span class=\"djt-day\">DAY 3\u20134<\/span><strong>The new finish goes on<\/strong><pee>PebbleTec, Quartz, or plaster is applied. For PebbleTec and Quartz, this requires certified applicators \u2014 D&#038;J holds that certification. Application is typically completed in one working day for a standard residential pool.<\/pee><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<li><span class=\"djt-day\">DAY 4\u20136<\/span><strong>The fill begins<\/strong><pee>After a brief initial cure window, the pool starts filling. Once the water starts going in, it doesn&#8217;t stop \u2014 interrupting the fill can leave a permanent waterline mark on a fresh surface. A standard Central Florida pool fills in 12 to 24 hours.<\/pee><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<li><span class=\"djt-day\">WEEK 2\u20135<\/span><strong>The startup runs<\/strong><pee>The pool is full, the crew is gone, and the process is still not finished. The chemical startup \u2014 four weeks of active water chemistry management \u2014 begins the moment the pool is full. Most homeowners can get in around week two if the startup is progressing correctly.<\/pee><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/ul>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>That&#8217;s the real timeline: not a few days, but five to six weeks total from the first day of work to the first swim \u2014 with the most important phase happening after the crew has already left.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><svg class=\"djt-wave\" viewBox=\"0 0 600 28\" preserveAspectRatio=\"none\"><path d=\"M0 14 Q 25 0 50 14 T 100 14 T 150 14 T 200 14 T 250 14 T 300 14 T 350 14 T 400 14 T 450 14 T 500 14 T 550 14 T 600 14\"\/><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h2>Why Curing Time Is the Phase That Decides Whether Your Investment Lasts 5 Years or 25<\/h2>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>The pool is full, the water is blue, the new surface looks exactly like you hoped \u2014 and someone just told you that you still can&#8217;t swim. This is the moment that frustrates almost every homeowner who goes through a resurfacing project for the first time. The pool looks done. But the surface isn&#8217;t finished doing what it needs to do.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>A new pool finish \u2014 whether PebbleTec, Quartz, or traditional plaster \u2014 is a cementitious material. It doesn&#8217;t stop curing when the crew leaves. It continues to harden and bond after the water goes in, releasing minerals into the water as it cures, while the water chemistry simultaneously conditions the surface from the outside in. If that interaction isn&#8217;t managed, the problems show up fast and stay.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>Calcium scaling that forms on a fresh surface during an improperly managed startup is significantly harder to remove than scaling on a mature surface \u2014 because the surface is still hardening and more vulnerable to the aggressive treatments needed to remove it. Staining that develops in the first two weeks can become permanent in ways that staining on a three-year-old surface wouldn&#8217;t.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>This is why daily brushing during the first week to ten days is not optional. It&#8217;s part of the curing protocol \u2014 it helps the surface harden evenly, prevents calcium from concentrating in one area, and keeps the water moving for consistent chemistry throughout the pool. The curing period isn&#8217;t a delay. It&#8217;s the foundation of everything that comes after.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h2>What Can Delay Pool Resurfacing \u2014 and Why Good Delays Are Worth It<\/h2>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>Nobody wants to hear that their project is taking longer than expected. But in Florida pool resurfacing, not all delays mean something went wrong \u2014 some of them mean something went right.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h3>What the shell reveals when the old surface comes off<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>This is the most common source of unexpected timeline extension \u2014 and the most legitimate one. The shell can only be fully inspected once it&#8217;s exposed. When a contractor finds structural issues and takes the time to address them properly before applying a new surface, the project takes longer. It also produces a result that lasts.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h3>Florida&#8217;s afternoon storms<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>The application phase requires a weather window. Rain hitting a fresh finish before it has set can cause streaking, uneven texture, and adhesion issues that don&#8217;t become visible until the pool is full. D&#038;J monitors forecasts during every active project and adjusts the schedule if a system is developing \u2014 one reason the dry season produces more predictable timelines.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h3>Chemistry complications during startup<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>A significant rain event during startup, an unexpected interaction with Central Florida&#8217;s hard water, or a surface releasing more minerals than typical can extend the time before the pool is cleared for swimming. The startup isn&#8217;t a fixed 28-day countdown \u2014 it&#8217;s a process with a target: a fully stabilized surface and balanced water chemistry.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h2>How Florida Weather Changes the Rules at Every Phase of Your Project<\/h2>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>This is the variable that catches homeowners who&#8217;ve had pools in other states completely off guard. Florida doesn&#8217;t just have weather \u2014 it has weather that rewrites the conditions of a pool resurfacing project at every single phase.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h3>During application<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>High humidity slows the initial surface cure and can cause inconsistent bonding if it isn&#8217;t accounted for. Florida&#8217;s dry season (October\u2013February) provides the conditions where PebbleTec and Quartz finishes cure most consistently.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h3>During the fill<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>Water temperature, evaporation rate, and initial mineral load all shift with the season. A pool filling in January starts with different chemistry than a pool filling in July.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h3>During startup<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>Central Florida&#8217;s hard water \u2014 high in calcium and minerals \u2014 combined with intense UV and year-round temperatures creates a startup environment that demands more active management than most of the country.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h3>During curing<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>Florida&#8217;s UV intensity accelerates surface hardening while increasing evaporation load. A pool losing water faster than expected during startup may need water added to maintain chemistry balance \u2014 expected in Florida, manageable with experience.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>The short version: every phase of this project is more demanding in Florida than in most states. That&#8217;s a reason to hire a contractor who has been managing these specific variables \u2014 in Orlando, in Kissimmee, in Saint Cloud \u2014 for over a decade.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h2>Can You Speed Up Pool Resurfacing? The Honest Answer Nobody Gives You<\/h2>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>It&#8217;s one of the most common questions we hear, especially from homeowners working backward from a specific date. The honest answer has two parts.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h3>What can be legitimately compressed<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>Scheduling efficiency. A well-organized contractor with a solid crew moves through draining, removal, repairs, and application without unnecessary gaps between phases. A project run well moves at the pace the work requires \u2014 not faster, not slower.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h3>What cannot be compressed without consequences<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>The curing period, the startup, and the daily brushing schedule during the first two weeks. Adding excess chemicals to accelerate the startup doesn&#8217;t speed up curing \u2014 it stresses a surface that is still hardening and can cause staining or scaling on a brand-new finish. The homeowners who rush the startup are the ones who call us six months later wondering why the surface that was supposed to last 15 to 20 years is already showing problems.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>The actual fastest path to swimming: schedule during the dry season. Weather delays disappear, humidity conditions support faster, more consistent curing, and the startup runs without rain events disrupting the chemistry. If you have a specific date in mind, call D&#038;J early \u2014 a project that had room to cure properly is always faster, in the end, than one where something was rushed and had to be redone.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><svg class=\"djt-wave\" viewBox=\"0 0 600 28\" preserveAspectRatio=\"none\"><path d=\"M0 14 Q 25 0 50 14 T 100 14 T 150 14 T 200 14 T 250 14 T 300 14 T 350 14 T 400 14 T 450 14 T 500 14 T 550 14 T 600 14\"\/><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<div class=\"djt-quote\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <pee>&#8220;The call I dread most is the one that comes six months after a project \u2014 not from one of our clients, but from a homeowner whose pool was resurfaced by someone else. The surface is already showing problems. Scaling, discoloration, texture that doesn&#8217;t feel right. And when I ask about the startup, they say the same thing every time: &#8216;The contractor said we could swim after a week.&#8217; That&#8217;s the moment the project failed \u2014 not during the application, during the curing phase, when someone decided the four weeks were optional.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <pee>I&#8217;ve been doing this work in Orlando and across Central Florida since 2014. The pools that last \u2014 the ones that still look and feel exactly right ten or fifteen years later \u2014 are the ones where the startup was managed the way it needed to be. Daily brushing. Frequent chemistry checks. No shortcuts. The curing phase isn&#8217;t the part of the project that happens after the work is done. It&#8217;s the part of the project that determines whether the work was worth doing.&#8221;<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <cite>Mauro \u2014 Owner, D&#038;J The Pool Resurfacers \u00b7 Licensed Contractor CPC1459797 \u00b7 Certified PebbleTec Applicator \u00b7 FSPA Member \u00b7 NPC Member<\/cite><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dandjthepoolresurfacers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Work-Team-9-1.webp\" alt=\"D&#038;J pool resurfacing work team\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<div class=\"djt-card\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h2>Step-by-Step Pool Resurfacing Timeline<\/h2>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>Draining, surface removal, repairs, application, curing, and refilling each take specific time depending on pool condition.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h2>Why Curing Time Is Important<\/h2>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>Curing ensures the new surface bonds properly, preventing early damage and extending lifespan.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h2>What Can Delay Pool Resurfacing?<\/h2>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>Weather, structural repairs, and material selection can affect the total timeline.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h2>How Florida Weather Impacts the Process<\/h2>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee>High humidity and rain can slightly extend drying and curing times.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h2>Can You Speed Up Pool Resurfacing?<\/h2>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee style=\"margin-bottom:0\">Not without risking quality. Proper timing ensures long-term durability.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h2>Common Mistakes Homeowners Make<\/h2>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<ul class=\"djt-list djt-con\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<li>Expecting overnight completion<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<li>Ignoring weather impact<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<li>Choosing speed over quality<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<li>Not planning downtime<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/ul>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<div class=\"djt-faq\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<details><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<summary>Can you swim immediately after resurfacing?<\/summary>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <pee>No, curing and balancing are required.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/details>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<details><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<summary>What is the fastest pool resurfacing time?<\/summary>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <pee>Around 5 days under ideal conditions.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/details>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<details><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<summary>Does PebbleTec take longer to cure?<\/summary>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <pee>Yes, slightly longer than plaster.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/details>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<details><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<summary>Is pool resurfacing messy?<\/summary>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <pee>Yes, but professional contractors manage cleanup.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/details>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<details><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<summary>Can I stay home during resurfacing?<\/summary>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <pee>Yes, the process is non-invasive.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/details>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee class=\"djt-cta-line\">Plan Your Pool Project with Confidence <span>Know exactly what to expect before you start.<\/span><\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/article>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_code][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":102756,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[49,1],"tags":[152,153,151,150],"class_list":["post-102746","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog","category-uncategorized","tag-how-many-days-to-resurface-a-pool","tag-pool-downtime-resurfacing","tag-pool-resurfacing-process-time","tag-pool-resurfacing-timeline-florida"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dandjthepoolresurfacers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/102746","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dandjthepoolresurfacers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dandjthepoolresurfacers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dandjthepoolresurfacers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dandjthepoolresurfacers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=102746"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/dandjthepoolresurfacers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/102746\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":103302,"href":"https:\/\/dandjthepoolresurfacers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/102746\/revisions\/103302"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dandjthepoolresurfacers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/102756"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dandjthepoolresurfacers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=102746"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dandjthepoolresurfacers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=102746"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dandjthepoolresurfacers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=102746"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}