Thursday, July 23, 2015

Guide To The Different Types Of Pool Covers And The Advantages Each Has To Offer

By April Briggs


When summer arrives, swimming season comes with it which is very exciting, especially for those with a backyard swimming pool. The downside to this is all the work of getting the water the right temperature, keeping it clean, and balancing the chemicals. The use of any of these types of pool covers is an effective solution to many of these problems which Minnesota residents with pools should seriously consider.

There are several kinds of covers on the market to enhance and improve the use of swimming pools. The particular construction of the cover determines how it will accomplish this task, and the price and work involved in installation varies accordingly.

Constructed from a material similar to bubble wrap, the solar cover works by absorbing the light and heat of the sun in the daytime, which results in a warmer pool even at night. Not only does this save on costs for heating, but also water and chemicals, as evaporation is also reduced. It is one of the more affordable designs and works best when coupled with a roller cover.

Perhaps the safest, simplest to use style is the automatic cover. Although more costly to purchase and install, they are easily controlled by the push of a button, and reduce evaporation and water costs, but they also offer a high degree of safety, as they can prevent anyone from falling in the water. There are two designs, snap-down and track.

Excellent for the prevention of troublesome algae-growth, the thermal blanket effectively blocks UV rays that encourage this problem. What's more, they offer even more warmth retention than their solar counterparts, and also keep costs associated with water and chemicals down through lower evaporation. Made from an insulating foam material, they cost a bit more than solar covers.

Winter covers are normally heavier and made of polyethylene or a similar material. They must be anchored down to the ground and are most often used for closure at the end of the season, however it is possible to use them throughout the year as well as a cover that will discourage algae, keep debris out, and protect against damage caused by the elements. However, they are less efficient when it comes to retaining heat and limiting evaporation.

A "hidden" cover is the perfect choice for those who are concerned about compromising their yard's appearance. Made to be discreet, these cover designs consist of a blanket and roller component which is neatly contained within a housing capped with a lid that is situated at one of the pool's ends. Use is easy, just a flip of the lid and rolling the cover out over the pool's surface is all it takes.

Other covering options for pools include the solar ring and the leaf net. A solar ring is similar to a solar cover but they are even more effective for transferring heat the pool's deepest sections. A leaf net is a type of cover which may be in-ground or above-ground and is often used in conjunction with a winter cover that serves the purpose of trapping any loose leaves which would otherwise float on the water's surface and clog up the filter.




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