I should explain that our financial situation was significantly improved recently, that is why replastering is now a viable option for us. I have no illusions about trying something like that myself. I really don't want to get back down in that pool and work my backside off again stripping paint, which is why we will be hiring a pool renovation contractor to sandblast the old finish off no matter what new finish we pick. We are leaning towards replastering(done by a pool renovation contractor) because it seems to promise the longest life if cared for properly. If anyone knows of another finish that offers longer life, I'd be glad to hear about it.

Dan