Pool Cover Tips

Safety Cover Buyer's Guide

It's important to purchase the correct size and shape for your pool, and knowing how to measure for a safety cover is the first step. There are also a few different styles of safety covers — mesh, solid, or a hybrid of the two. But what's the difference? Which safety cover is best for your pool?

November 2, 2020

Winter Pool Cover Tips

Winter covers are an essential part of winter pool maintenance, and they're something that every pool should be equipped with. We'll help you with tips on choosing the right type and size of winter cover, and go over some useful tips for installing it.

September 10, 2021

How to Measure Your Pool for a Safety Cover

Although a basic pool cover will do the job, that won't provide extra protection for your loved ones. A safety cover, however, will significantly reduce the risk of pool-related injuries. Here's how to measure your pool for a safety cover.

January 30, 2015

Tips for Installing Water Bags

There's a lot to learn about the water bags you use to secure your winter pool cover! Learn which water bags you should have for your pool, how many bags you need to get, and how to install your water bags properly.

August 7, 2014

Submersible & Cover Pumps: What's The Difference?

Today, we'll compare two different styles of pump - submersible pumps and cover pumps - and help you decide which is the best for your pool needs.

April 9, 2019

Water Bags & Winter Cover Blocks

How do you keep your winter cover from blowing away or allowing debris to slip into your pool? For years, that job has been the sole purview of water bags. But with the advent of winter cover blocks, that’s all beginning to change.

September 28, 2021

How to Install a Safety Pool Cover

In this article, we'll cover everything you need to know to install your own pool safety cover. From measuring your pool to selecting the right cover, we'll walk you through the steps to ensure a successful installation.

June 2, 2023

Solar Pool Cover Buyer's Guide

Solar covers, also called solar blankets, are a lightweight floating barrier for the surface of the pool. They effectively reduce the rate of evaporation, helping pool owners save money on water, pool chemicals, and even heat energy. Before you purchase one of your own, here are all the things you need to know.

February 17, 2022

Winter Pool Covers vs. Safety Pool Covers

What’s the difference between a winter cover and a safety cover? Let’s take a closer look to help you decide which one's right for your pool.

December 14, 2021

Solar Pool Heaters - Are They Worth It?

Extend your swimming season by months with solar pool heaters, keeping your pool warm well into early spring and late fall. Enjoy eco-friendly, cost-effective heating even as the weather cools down.

August 23, 2024

How to Care for Your Pool Cover

Proper pool cover maintenance is vital to protecting your pool and keeping the water clean and healthy.

January 5, 2023

How to Repair a Pool Cover

If you’re using the same cover you used last winter, we'll assume you probably haven’t looked at it since storing it after you opened the pool a few months ago. If you noticed damage before storing, now's the time to fix it. We have a few quick tips on how to repair your winter pool cover or safety pool cover.

August 27, 2022