There are some things you can do to slow the rate of deterioration and prolong the lifespan of your solar cover. They don’t stop the breakdown from happening, but can delay the process. Decent quality solar pool covers are built of either polyethylene resins or PVC vinyl. Polyethylene is a flexible yet fairly durable material, while vinyl is a bit more rigid but very durable. In a pool, chlorine is combined with other chemicals to give it some protection from UV rays, but it’s not a perfect system. Even with chemical protection, chlorine remains somewhat vulnerable. Solar pool covers provide another layer of protection against the loss of chlorine, meaning you’ll have to replace it less often. Cleanliness The GeoBubble shape is scientifically designed specifically for use in a harsh swimming pool environment, and sets a new quality benchmark for all other swimming pool bubble cover materials.

Light blue or deep blue is definitively the “it” color for a pool liner. Not only does it make your pool more picturesque, but a blue color also absorbs sunlight to help make the pool feel a little warmer. Air Bubbles When a pool cover is made, UV protection is chemically added to the material to prolong its lifespan. This protection only lasts so long though. UV rays from the sun are very effective at breaking down the bonds that hold the cover together at the molecular level. Nature is quite powerful in this regard.When not in use, keep the cover out of the sun by placing it in a shelter or covering it with a protective cover. We offer a range of high performance ‘Guard’ swimming pool cover materials; Sol+Guard™, EnergyGuard™ and CoolGuard™. GeoBubble technology combined with these bubble cover materials will give you a longer lasting* swimming pool cover with the highest energy and chemical saving efficiencies. Liquid solar covers can be used to raise the pool's temperature without the hassle of installing and removing a conventional blanket or disc. A downside is that the water is exposed to debris like leaves and twigs. If your pool is used often, or every day, you’ll want a cover that is flexible and easy to remove and reinstall (and if not, it’s a good idea to identify a pool installation company who can also help with pool covers). Polyethylene provides this flexibility but sacrifices some durability. Which means it will have to be replaced more often than vinyl. The more durable product is vinyl, which will last longer out in the elements, but takes a bit more effort to put on and take off. It’s great for use on pools that are only used a few times a month. Pool Base Material

The Coverfree Liquid Solar Blanket comes in a 32-ounce bottle, and to use it effectively, you will need four ounces of the solution for every 20,000 gallons of pool water. For best results, we recommend using it on a weekly basis by adding it to the skimmer while your pool pump is running. Jimmie Meece, Brand President of America’s Swimming Pool Company. He provided insight on the most common materials for solar pool covers and how to size a pool cover appropriately for maximum effectiveness. The materials of a solar pool cover vary, but all options are non-permeable and designed to trap heat and minimize evaporation. Some of the most common materials for solar pool covers are vinyl, polyethylene, or polypropylene.A solar disc can provide the same benefits as a solar blanket with much less bulk. Instead of covering the entire pool, the discs float on the pool’s surface and have a bubble lining to raise the water’s temperature. Although effective for warming up smaller pools, a larger pool will require more discs to warm up.

If that’s not enough, chlorine, the chemical that keeps our pools safe, also plays a big role in the deterioration of pool covers. Chlorine is a corrosive chemical that breaks down molecular bonds nearly as effectively as UV rays. What Can I Do About It? To mimic the effect of a typical pool cover, the Coverfree solution works by creating a barrier on the surface of your pool water. It’s pH-neutral, invisible, and entirely safe for swimmers. The most significant advantage of using this liquid solar pool cover is that it saves you the time and hassle associated with removing and replacing bulky physical pool covers. However, it is worth keeping in mind that this solution will not protect your pool from UV rays or debris that may blow into the pool. Therefore, you will need a pool cleaner to keep your ground free of leaves and twigs. Just like the dust cover on grandma’s couch, a cover over the pool keeps debris from getting into it, which means less pool maintenance. With any pool cover in place, you’ll find yourself removing less debris and vacuuming less often. A solar pool cover provides this along with all of its other benefits. This is not only convenient, but could save money on filters and prematurely worn-out water pumps as well. Conserve Water The most common type of solar cover is a solar blanket. Made with tiny thermal bubbles, they are excellent at retaining heat and water in pools. Some people find that a solar pool cover raises the water temperature of their pool up to 10 degrees, but it’s important to remember that the key function of a solar pool cover is to retain the heat in your pool. Meece says that, depending on your pool size, “it’s likely a solar cover will only heat the top 6 inches of water and will not raise the water temperature of your entire pool.”Delamination and deterioration caused by exposure to the elements are not, under normal circumstances, considered a defect in manufacturing. These situations develop from normal pool cover use. Why Do They Not Last Long? We use chlorine in our pools to destroy algae, bacteria and germs. Chlorine is expensive. The sun is an excellent heat source, but also produces UV radiation. UV radiation breaks down chlorine to an unusable state. Solar pool covers perform several functions. However, different designs are best for different functions. None of them are the best at fulfilling every need. Consider the following factors to help decide what qualities to look for. Climate