There are many different types of swimming pool solar covers available on the market. They each have their own purpose. Basically the thicker the material the warmer your pool water is going to be. Solar covers are made up of tiny air pockets which hold the suns heat and are slowly released. These pockets will heat your pool to it’s greatest depths, this free heating will reduce pool heating costs by up to 40%. Not only this, by using a pool cover, maintenance costs will be reduced as there will be a reduction of water evaporation by a staggering 97%. Pool covers will reduce maintenance as it will stop any leaves, debris or dust entering the pool which can get into the skimmer basket and quite often get into the filter which can lead to poor function and even not working altogether and the whole unit needing to be replaced. Therefore, pool covers pay for themselves very quickly through reduction in evaporation, reduction in chemical costs, if paying someone to clean the pool-it will take a lot less time and therefore again saving money.
Swimming pool solar covers come in many great colours and sizes, the colour of the cover is associated with the effect it will have, the thickness of the material will also have a different effect. Also the air pockets on some covers are different shapes as these shapes will also have a different effect. Also the air pockets on some covers are different shapes as these shapes will also have a different effect. For instance, a cover with diamond shapes will hold more heat as the air pockets are closer together therefore, having more pockets on the cover whereas a cover with circle shapes won’t have as many air pockets because they are further apart. The cover that is needed usually depends on the elements for that area. An area that is very warm during the day may not need a thick cover or one with diamond air pockets as the water will heat up quickly alone with the day temperature. An area that is cooler during the day would need a cover that is thicker and with diamond shaped air pockets so that it heats up the water during the day and holds the warmth. There are many things to consider before buying a swimming pool solar cover(or blanket as it is sometimes referred to), but mostly consider the thickness and air pocket shapes to get the most out of your cover.
Many retailers offer all varieties of swimming pool solar covers and many accessories to accompany them. One particular accessory is a solar pool cover roller. This can stretch out the life of the pool cover and make covering the pool easy.