Custom Pool Covers: Tailored Protection Insights

Why Personalized Pool Covers are Essential

Getting a custom fit pool cover is necessary to get the best pool maintenance and protection. Having a cover that is fitted to your pool means it gives you a strong barrier and keeps water covered. There will be no gaps, so you will not have to worry about leaves and mosquitos. Having a cover that is too small will leave big gaps exposing your water, and an oversized cover will sag and create dangerous obstacles. Covers are made to fit your pool, no matter the shape. Whether it is a rectangle, circle, oval, or custom pool shape, you will be able to get full protection. The material will fit tight around the walls and gives protection over the winter months. This snug fit is especially important when it comes to safety. If a pool cover is to be used to prevent accidents or will have people walk on it, it is important that the fitting pool cover was designed to hold that safety. Having a cover that is fitted to your pool gives it a nice custom look, as it was made to fit your pool shape and is not just a standard cover that looks out of place.

Having a custom cover should make you feel comfortable and safe knowing your pool will be taken care of.

When covering a pool, the material of the cover is very essential. Most quality pool covers are made with polypropylene and other durable plastics. These covers are super durable and can cover a pool, withstanding extreme weather events. This material is resistant to chemical and environmental changes. A quality cover should be durable and flexible enough to be folded and covered over the pool. The greater the microns, the greater the ''flotation" (Is this a real word?) ability but, to balance it, thicker covers such as +- 400 microns will also make it less durable and extremely difficult to handle. (By difficult to handle, I mean to cover over the pool, not putting it on.) The material composition also determines how well the cover floats on the water surface and how effectively it reduces evaporation. Some covers can be so good as to meet the 95% evaporation rate, which translates to water savings and reduced cost for chemical upkeep. These covers made of plastics are also made without any harmful compounds, so the pool water is safe to swim in. When buying a cover, fit and quality of material are the most important points.

Cost Savings and Energy Efficiency

Custom-fitted pool covers save money and energy. Pool covers save heat lost through evaporation. Heating costs can be reduced by as much as 70%, which is a major energy saving measure every pool owner can benefit from. The covers retain your pool's heat that would otherwise be lost and, therefore, save your pool heater from running as often and as long. This, in turn, saves energy and money. Pool covers prevent water loss by evaporation, conserving water. They're also save money by reducing the need for chlorine and other treatment chemicals since pool covers prevent sunlight from breaking down those treatment chemicals. A larger amount of treatment chemicals is needed when sunlight is allowed to penetrate. These combined savings make custom pool covers pay for themselves. The reduced energy and chemicals also make custom covers a good investment from an environmentally friendly perspective.

Considerations for the Safety of Pool Owners

Like pool covers, custom pool covers should serve the same purpose: safety. Splashing water, especially for families with children and pets, can be especially concerning. Fully fitted covers provide physical barriers that can be crucial in stopping someone from falling into the pool. Fitted covers provide the peace of mind of not having people, pets, and children slipping underneath the covers. While all covers provide safety, and peace of mind, custom fitted covers have safety features that include premium materials, a high-quality anchoring system, and other features that tie the safety concerns of large-weight pools. Safety covers also assist in keeping the water safe from waterborne diseases, along with dirt and debris. Covers with integrated micro-organism containment further assist in addressing the safety concerns. Some covers have UV resistant top materials that help with hydrogen controlling algae growth. Wrapped pools with custom covers remove the safety concerns of having to deep pool areas and remove the safety worries in residential areas having deep pools. When evaluating pool safety features like custom covers and fences alarms, custom safety net covers should be a priority.

How to Extend Your Swimming Season  

The right pool cover can help extend your swimming season by keeping your water warmer for long periods of time. When your pool gets cooler at night or during cold months, your pool water will lose heat to the air quickly. Quality pool covers work like blankets, keeping in the warmth the pool water has stored during the day. Covered pools have been shown to keep their water temperatures between 8 and 10 degrees warmer than uncovered pools. With warmer pool water, you can start swimming in the spring sooner, and in the fall, you can swim later, all while avoiding hefty pool heating costs. If the cover is kept on your swimming pool, you will not lose heat from wind, which can cool your pool water quickly and cause evaporative cooling to occur. If you have an outdoor pool, you will get more value from your investment due to this kept heat and longer swim season. Swimming pool covers actively use no energy, and they work keeping in the existing heat in your pool water, which will result in an extended swimming season. In more southern regions, buying a quality custom pool cover can be an easy choice after you consider all the benefits.

Simplifying Maintenance

Custom pool covers help reduce pool maintenance. Simplified maintenance happens because covers keep leaves, foliage, bugs, and other debris from getting into the water. This cover helps keep the water debris-free which means less time skimming the surface, vacuuming the bottom, and less backwashing will happen with the filter. Also, with less debris, the filtering equipment will reduce strain which may help save money on future maintenance and repairs. Every time you remove the cover, the water is cleaner which will help reduce the time and money spent on chemicals. Covers require very small amounts of maintenance. All they need is an occasional cleaning with soap and water. It is also very important to store the cover properly when its not in use because it will help keep the material in good condition. Many modern covers are also made to be handled by one person so it is not a hassle to cover the pool. This time savings from less cleaning and chemical maintenance will help pool owners spend more time enjoying the pool. Because of this, maintenance reduction is the most appreciated benefit.

Making the Right Choice for Your Pool  

Choosing the perfect custom pool cover can be tricky, as it involves understanding your needs and the unique characteristics of your swimming pool. The first step is measuring your pool's dimensions and noting the pool's shape, as well as unique features including steps and uneven edges. If you have a cover that meets your needs and goals for safety, heat retention, and debris prevention. Considerations include your region's climate as colder regions require coverings with better insulation, while sunny areas need covers that offer UV protection and reduce evaporation. Additionally, you will want to think about the type of pool you have as in-ground and above-ground pools have different cover requirements. Most manufacturers offer custom options, including color selections to fit your outdoor decor. The investment in a custom cover is a valued long-term investment as they offer better performance, durability, and cost savings. When pools are not well maintained, custom covers are certainly the better choice. Selecting a good cover can enhance the pool experience for many years