Yes, I do plan on doing the job myself. At the end of May as I had the pool empty, I checked the plaster for soundness using the good ol broom handle method. The only area found to be suspect was the top stair where this small crack is. While there is a few worn/chipped areas, the plaster is secure and not lifting/seperating anywhere which kind of surprised me for being as old as it is. (There are no other cracks). I did notice that the tile was put on with mastic and not thinset. I plan on using full-flex w/addmix for a secure, flexible bond. After roughing/grinding existing plaster, I was thinking bonding agent (then again, I would follow selected product recommendations), what are your thoughts and what product would you recommend for the replaster? I've floated floors, put in plenty of shower pans/floors so I do have a slight concrete background. I must admit, I have no stucco/plaster finishing experience but am willing to give it a shot. The coping is in good shape and none are cracked or loose so I figure I would leave that alone. They are red brick so I was thinking about sealing them? What are your thoughts about sealing brick coping? Thanks again Martin for your willingness to provide input and advise, I very much appreciate it.