Is the pool cover supposed to touch the water?

The cover should always touch the water. It should have as much contact as possible.

Should I cover my pool during the day?

In dry and/or windy conditions, the evaporation rate of the pool increases. Therefore, it is generally beneficial to have a transparent or bubble cover on during daylight hours. In warm, humid conditions the evaporation rate decreases. In this case, it may be more beneficial to leave the cover off during the daytime.

What side of a pool cover goes up?

You should put the bubbles down. The bubbles need to face the water and the smoother side faces up. Solar covers work by trapping heat that would otherwise be lost. The pockets of air created between the cover and the surface of the water heat up, trapping heated air next to the water to keep your pool warm.

Does water go through a winter pool cover?

As water accumulates on the pool cover, unless the water in your pool is frozen, the water weight on the cover displaces water from inside your pool, out through the return hole and/or skimmer.

Can I run my pool pump with solar cover on?

It is perfectly safe to run the pump while the solar cover is on the pool. It is recommended that you run the pump 5-12 hours a day depending on the weather. With the solar cover on, you can conserve heat while the water circulates. By running the pump with the cover on, you can save time and money on pool maintenance.

How do you put a cover on a swimming pool?

That depends on the type of cover and the type of swimming pool you have. For example, if you have an inground pool with an automatic cover, all you need to do is push a button and your cover is on.

Can a pool cover fall off in the winter?

If water on top of a cover is important, the level of water under the cover is crucial. If a pool begins to leak water during winter, solid covers can fall in, and safety covers won’t have the support needed. Safety cover manufacturers warn to never let the water fall more than 18″ below the cover.

Why is it important to cover your swimming pool at night?

of 10. Helps the Swimming Pool Retain Heat Covering a heated swimming pool at night will reduce heat loss. That means warmer water, which is what anyone who has ever gone swimming in a chilly pool can tell you is very important.

How does a solar swimming pool cover work?

Solar pool covers work – but it’s important to keep in mind that these types of covers serve a very different purpose than other types of covers. Unlike other pool covers (such as safety covers, winter covers, and automatic covers), solar swimming pool covers are designed to absorb and retain sunlight and heat.

What happens if you put your pool cover on top of the pool?

Allowing water to pool on the top of your cover can cause damage to both the cover and your pool, depending on the type of each. This is because pool covers are not made to withstand the weight of water (or anything else) on top of them.

What’s the best way to mount a pool cover?

In-ground pool covers usually use water tubes or bricks for mounting. The best covers offer straps that hold the tubes in place, so you don’t have to worry about them breaking over the course of the winter. Above-ground covers can also be mounted using water bags. Go with an option that has straps to hold them in place.

What should I look for in a pool cover?

Higher-end covers are usually made of a lightweight material that’s easy to handle and still extremely durable. You will want a thin material if you plan to take it off and put it back on by yourself. A pool cover must have some way to anchor it over your pool or it can fall into the water over time.