The Reflecting Pool on the National Mall has already begun to grow algae just days after President Donald Trump’s major renovation project was officially completed.
The landmark has been the subject of controversy since the project began, with critics pointing to budget ballooning from a little under $2 million to a staggering $14 million. Trump contracted Atlantic Industrial Coatings for the project to be completed ahead of the celebrations for the 250th anniversary of America.
It’s a mix of concrete base with granite facings and accents, so you’d be best just sandblasting it and exposing a new layer.
It’d have to be repolished then wouldn’t it? I’m just assuming that’s how it helps reflect the light
Yeah, I think you’re right. It’d have to be repolished and resealed afterwards.