Rips appear in Reflecting Pool's new sealant after algae turn water green
Summary
President Donald Trump led a $14 million renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, including applying a new blue sealant to its floor. Recently, the pool developed green algae, which workers are cleaning using hydrogen peroxide and special bubbles, and a tear appeared in the new sealant.Key Facts
- The Reflecting Pool is over 100 years old and has had leaks, algae problems, and plumbing issues.
- President Trump personally chose the sealant color called "American Flag Blue."
- The renovation project cost more than $14 million.
- Green algae appeared after water was returned to the pool following renovation work.
- Workers treated the algae with hydrogen peroxide and used "nanobubblers" to prevent future algae growth.
- A tear was found in the new sealant applied to the pool floor.
- The pool had been renovated previously during the Obama administration at a cost of over $30 million.
- President Trump has also been involved in other Washington, D.C., renovation projects, including fountain repairs and plans for new buildings.
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