When choosing a cover, you look for them
by your pool’s ACTUAL SIZE
. The cover that you get will be bigger than your pool by 3 or 4 feet (depending on which cover you order and varies by manufacturer). For example if your pool is 24ft round you would choose that size and choose one of the covers listed on that page.
How do I know what size pool cover to buy?
When choosing a cover, you look for them
by your pool’s ACTUAL SIZE
. The cover that you get will be bigger than your pool by 3 or 4 feet (depending on which cover you order and varies by manufacturer). For example if your pool is 24ft round you would choose that size and choose one of the covers listed on that page.
How do you measure for a winter pool cover?
Measure your pool from inside edge to inside edge to know the diameter
, or LxW dimensions of your pool. In The Swim’s winter pool covers have a built in overlap that will fit a given size pool even after the water level is lowered for winter. For example, our 16’x32′ winter cover actually measures 20’x36′.
Can a pool cover be too big?
Cover is Loose or Slack
Many times the cover is simply too large for the pool
. In this case, fold the cover under itself, to leave 3-4 ft of overlap all around the pool. For areas of limited space, use extra water bags.
How do I measure my above ground pool for a pool cover?
Measure the height of your above-ground pool’s walls
. Take the tape measure and place the end firmly at the bottom of the wall. Draw the tape measure to the top of the wall and record the measurement. Typically, above-ground pools come in two heights: 48 and 52 inches.
Can I use a tarp as a pool cover?
CCS polypropylene mesh tarps
are the best tarp for pool covers. They do an exceptional job blocking sunlight, which is essential for preventing algae growth when chemicals are not being added regularly. Polypropylene tarps are strong, too, so they can withstand the weight of ice and snow that builds up over the winter.
How much does a pool cover cost?
| Pool Cover Type Pool Cover Cost | Solid Security $1,200 – $3,000 | Mesh Security $1,200 – $3,000 | Solar $800 – $1,000 | Winter $75 – $225 |
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What kind of winter pool cover do I need?
Solid pool covers are designed to be heavy-duty enough to withstand rain, snow, and wind, and they’ll also keep leaves and debris out of the pool. You’ll want to choose a pool cover with a
suitable scrim (aka tight weave)
. A higher scrim number indicates a higher-quality or more heavy-duty pool cover.
How do I cover my pool for the winter?
Winter cover
air pillows
are used to keep a solid ice sheet from forming on the surface of your pool water. Air Pillows are placed in the center of the pool, with the pool cover pulled tight over the pillow to press it into the water. Pool Pillow Pal is a $10 accessory to hold the air pillow in the center of the pool.
Should a pool cover be tight?
Safety covers should be
drum-tight
, with only a slight deflection in the middle. When covers are too loose, leaves can blow under easily, and a high water level in springtime quickly traps leaves and turns your cover into a giant tea bag.
Should you leave water on your pool cover?
It is vital to
remove excess water
from solid tarp style winter covers, commonly used on above-ground and some in-ground pools, to avoid damage to the cover and the pool. This can easily be done with a submersible pump on your pool cover whenever temperatures are above freezing, and liquid water is present.
Should you cover your pool when it rains?
When preparing your pool for a storm, leave it uncovered. Installing any kind of cover
across the pool will not do much to protect against dust and contaminants
because storms often bring strong winds and heavy rain that can cause the cover to lift off your pool.
What are standard swimming pool sizes?
Typical swimming pool dimensions are
10 x 20, 15 x 30, and 20 x 40
. When you think of a backyard pool, you think of a rectangular pool that’s about twice as long as it is wide.
What is the best unit to measure a swimming pool?
In metric units, the best choice for giving an intuition for the size of the swimming pool is probably
cubic meters
. In standard units, gallons are too small: cubic feet or yards would be appropriate but the conversion will be difficult.
How do you size a pool?
Length x width x depth x 7.5 = volume (in gallons)
Length times width
gives the surface area of the pool. Multiplying that by the depth gives the volume in cubic feet. Since there are 7.5 gallons in each cubic foot, multiply the cubic feet of the pool by 7.5 to arrive at the volume of the pool, expressed in gallons.
How can I cover my pool cheaply?
One of the most basic types of cheap pool covers are
leaf covers
. These covers are relatively inexpensive and perfect for keeping out leaves and debris. Leaf nets are often used along with pool nets to act as a safety cover system.
