Solar Pool Covers
No matter what size pool you have, it makes sense to cover it at night or when you will be away for several days. Covering your pool is advantageous because it helps keep dirt, leaves, and other debris out of the water. Not only does this save on time spent cleaning the pool, but it can help maintain the life of your filters by helping to insure that they do not become clogged with debris. In addition, if you have a heating system in your pool, leaving your pool uncovered will allow much of the heat to escape.
There are many options available when it comes to choosing a pool cover. One of the most popular choices is a solar cover. Solar covers are made up of thousands of small bubbles which work to retain heat in the pool. The cover is typically made of resin, and for larger pools can be placed on a roller for ease in placing it on and off the pool.
The solar cover is designed to work in two ways. First, it acts like any pool cover, protecting your pool from debris. It also is excellent at maintaining the temperature in your pool. The small air bubbles allow the heat from the sun to pass through the cover and into the water. Once there, the heat is retained in the water by the cover, as the cover prevents the water (and therefore the heat) from evaporating. A solar cover can reduce the amount of water evaporation by ninety-five percent, which not only will help the temperature of your pool, but will assist you in maintaining the water level as well as the chemical composition of the pool water. In addition, when used in combination with a pool heater, it can allow you to run your heater less, saving energy and money. Because a solar pool cover raises the water temperature, many people find they are able to increase the amount of days in which their pool is comfortable for swimming.
Solar pool covers can be purchase in multiple sizes and shapes. You can also have custom solar pool covers made to fit your pool if it is an unusual size or shape design.
Because of their durability, solar pool covers are popular with both in-ground and above the ground pool owners. Many people find that purchasing a solar cover will allow them to spend less time and less money on pool maintenance. It is a wise investment for anyone with a swimming pool.
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