{"product_id":"concrete-fiber-glass-vacuum-head","title":"Concrete Vacuum Heads","description":"\u003c!-- Blue Bottom Pools – Concrete \/ Gunite Pool Vacuum Head Product Description --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  @import url('https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Barlow+Condensed:wght@700;800\u0026family=Barlow:wght@400;500\u0026display=swap');\n\n  .bbp-cvh {\n    font-family: 'Barlow', sans-serif;\n    color: #1a2a3a;\n    max-width: 860px;\n    margin: 0 auto;\n    padding: 0 12px 32px;\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n  }\n\n  .bbp-cvh-hero {\n    background: linear-gradient(135deg, #2a3a4a 0%, #3a5a6b 60%, #4a7a8a 100%);\n    border-radius: 10px;\n    padding: 28px 24px;\n    margin-bottom: 16px;\n    position: relative;\n    overflow: hidden;\n  }\n\n  .bbp-cvh-hero::after {\n    content: '';\n    position: absolute;\n    bottom: -60px; right: -60px;\n    width: 180px; height: 180px;\n    border-radius: 50%;\n    background: rgba(255,255,255,0.05);\n  }\n\n  .bbp-cvh-hero-sub {\n    font-family: 'Barlow Condensed', sans-serif;\n    font-size: clamp(1rem, 3vw, 1.2rem) !important;\n    font-weight: 700 !important;\n    color: rgba(255,255,255,0.75) !important;\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    letter-spacing: 0.06em;\n    margin: 0 0 6px;\n    display: block;\n  }\n\n  .bbp-cvh-hero-title {\n    font-family: 'Barlow Condensed', sans-serif;\n    font-size: clamp(1.5rem, 5vw, 2.2rem) !important;\n    font-weight: 800 !important;\n    color: #ffffff !important;\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    letter-spacing: 0.02em;\n    margin: 0 0 10px;\n    line-height: 1.1;\n    display: block;\n  }\n\n  .bbp-cvh-hero p {\n    font-size: clamp(0.86rem, 2.5vw, 0.96rem);\n    color: rgba(255,255,255,0.88);\n    line-height: 1.6;\n    margin: 0;\n  }\n\n  \/* BADGES *\/\n  .bbp-cvh-badges {\n    display: flex;\n    flex-wrap: wrap;\n    gap: 8px;\n    margin-bottom: 16px;\n  }\n\n  .bbp-cvh-badge {\n    display: inline-flex;\n    align-items: center;\n    gap: 6px;\n    font-family: 'Barlow Condensed', sans-serif;\n    font-size: clamp(0.8rem, 2vw, 0.88rem);\n    font-weight: 800;\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    letter-spacing: 0.04em;\n    padding: 5px 12px;\n    border-radius: 5px;\n  }\n\n  .bbp-cvh-badge.blue   { background: #e8f4fd; 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}\n    .bbp-cvh-features-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n    .bbp-cvh-table thead th,\n    .bbp-cvh-table tbody td { padding: 8px 8px; }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bbp-cvh\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- HERO --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bbp-cvh-hero\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bbp-cvh-hero-sub\"\u003ePool Cleaning Equipment — Vacuum Heads\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bbp-cvh-hero-title\"\u003eConcrete \u0026amp; Gunite Pool Vacuum Heads — Built for Hard Surfaces\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eConcrete and gunite pool floors are rough, textured, and unforgiving on equipment not built to handle them. A vinyl vacuum head slides right across the surface without picking up embedded debris — you need a vacuum head with the weight, wheel design, and bristle stiffness to scrub through the texture of a plaster or gunite surface and pull everything up in a single clean pass. Blue Bottom Pools carries vacuum heads purpose-built for concrete and gunite pools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- BADGES --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bbp-cvh-badges\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bbp-cvh-badge blue\"\u003e🪨 Plaster \u0026amp; Gunite Ready\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bbp-cvh-badge blue\"\u003e💪 Stiff Bristle Scrubbing\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bbp-cvh-badge blue\"\u003e⚙️ Heavy-Duty Wheels\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bbp-cvh-badge green\"\u003e✅ Standard Pole \u0026amp; Hose Compatible\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bbp-cvh-badge red\"\u003e⚠️ Not for Vinyl Liner Pools\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bbp-cvh-badge gold\"\u003e🛒 Available at Blue Bottom Pools\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FEATURES PANEL --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bbp-cvh-features\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bbp-cvh-features-title\"\u003e🪨 Why Concrete Pools Need a Different Vacuum Head\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bbp-cvh-features-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bbp-cvh-feature-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"icon\"\u003e🔩\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eHeavy-Duty Wheels\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eConcrete and gunite surfaces are abrasive enough to chew through lightweight plastic wheels in a single season. Concrete vacuum heads use durable hard plastic or metal wheels that roll smoothly and consistently over rough plaster without wearing down or catching on the surface texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bbp-cvh-feature-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"icon\"\u003e🪥\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eStiff Bristle Strip\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe textured surface of a gunite or plaster pool traps fine debris in a way that smooth-plate vacuum heads simply miss. A stiff nylon or combination bristle strip along the leading edge agitates the surface as the head moves, loosening embedded dirt and algae so suction can pull it in cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bbp-cvh-feature-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"icon\"\u003e⚖️\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eWeighted for Better Contact\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eOn a textured surface, a lightweight vacuum head bounces and loses contact — breaking suction and leaving patches unvacuumed. Concrete vacuum heads are heavier by design, maintaining consistent contact and consistent suction across the full width of the head on uneven plaster floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- COMPARISON TABLE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"bbp-cvh-heading\"\u003eConcrete Head vs. Vinyl Head — At a Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"bbp-cvh-table\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eConcrete \/ Gunite Head\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eVinyl Liner Head\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSafe for Plaster \/ Gunite\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"check\"\u003e✔ Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cross\"\u003e✘ No — too light, misses debris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSafe for Vinyl Liners\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cross\"\u003e✘ No — will scratch liner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"check\"\u003e✔ Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eWheel Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eHeavy-duty hard plastic or metal\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSmooth soft plastic or rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eBristle Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eStiff nylon or combination\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSoft nylon only\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eHeavier — for surface contact\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eLighter — for liner protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003ePole \u0026amp; Hose Compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"check\"\u003e✔ Standard fittings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"check\"\u003e✔ Standard fittings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- VINYL WARNING --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bbp-cvh-warning\"\u003e\n    ⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eConcrete Vacuum Heads Are Not for Vinyl Liner Pools.\u003c\/strong\u003e The stiff bristles, hard wheels, and added weight of a concrete vacuum head will scratch and damage a vinyl liner. If you have an inground vinyl liner pool, you need a vinyl-specific vacuum head — not this one. Not sure what type of pool you have? Give us a call and we'll help you identify it and get the right equipment.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- COMPLETE SETUP --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bbp-cvh-info\"\u003e\n    🔧 \u003cstrong\u003eComplete Your Manual Vacuum Setup.\u003c\/strong\u003e A vacuum head works together with a vacuum hose and a telescoping pole. Blue Bottom Pools carries all three so you can get everything you need in one order. Ask about lengths and compatibility when you call or order online.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- BRUSHING TIP --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bbp-cvh-info\"\u003e\n    💡 \u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip — Brush Before You Vacuum.\u003c\/strong\u003e On concrete and gunite pools, brushing the walls and floor before vacuuming dislodges debris and algae that has settled into the surface texture, making your vacuum far more effective. Use a stiff nylon or stainless steel algae brush on plaster surfaces, let the dislodged material settle for 15–30 minutes, then vacuum for the best results.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- AVAILABILITY --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bbp-cvh-notice\"\u003e\n    📋 \u003cstrong\u003eAvailable for pickup or local delivery across Northeast Pennsylvania.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shop online at bluebottompoolsnepa.com or call (570) 592-5988. Questions about which vacuum head is right for your pool surface? We'll help you get the right one.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- CTA --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bbp-cvh-cta\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bbp-cvh-cta-title\"\u003e🪨 Built for Concrete. Built to Last.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eShop concrete and gunite pool vacuum heads at Blue Bottom Pools — pickup or local delivery across Northeast Pennsylvania.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"tel:+15705925988\"\u003eCall (570) 592-5988\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" class=\"outline\"\u003eShop Online\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"PoolStyle","offers":[{"title":"14\" Flex w\/ Metal Handle Vacuum Head","offer_id":52201464824102,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14\" Flex w\/ ABS Handle Vacuum Head","offer_id":52201464856870,"sku":null,"price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/8272\/3878\/files\/poolvacconcrete.jpg?v=1772232015","url":"https:\/\/bluebottompoolsnepa.com\/products\/concrete-fiber-glass-vacuum-head","provider":"Blue Bottom Pools ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}