Who Makes the Best Pool Safety Covers?

When homeowners ask us who makes the best pool safety covers, our recommendation is consistent: Latham® for winter safety covers — and Coverstar® (a Latham brand) for automatic safety covers. Here’s why their covers stand out and how to get one sized perfectly for your pool.

What sets Latham winter safety covers apart?

• Custom-measured precision. Latham covers are made to your pool’s exact shape and features for a clean, safe, gap-free fit. (Read more)
• Your choice: solid or mesh. Solid blocks sunlight to help suppress algae; mesh drains rain and snowmelt while keeping out debris — ideal for harsh winters. (Read more)
• Pro-grade build & hardware. Heavy-duty materials and anchored tension systems are designed for real safety, not just leaf control. (Read more)
• Longevity you can plan around. With reasonable care, a quality winter safety cover typically lasts 10–15 years. (Read more)

Ready to explore options? See Calm Water Pools’ overview of Latham’s program here: Winter Safety Covers. (Read more)

Easiest way to get a perfect fit (no on-site measuring hassle)

Calm Water Pools keeps it simple:

• Free pickup of your existing cover. Ship your old cover at no cost so it can be measured precisely.
• Exact quote before production. Know your price up-front.
• Fast turnaround. Typical orders are finished in about two weeks (seasonal variability applies). (Read more)

Note: Calm Water Pools sells the covers but does not perform installations; the pickup + measurement program ensures the new cover is made to fit. (Read more)

Solid vs. mesh: which is “best” for you?

• Solid: Blocks nearly all sunlight to help reduce algae growth over winter; keeps water especially clean for spring opening. Best if you prioritize minimal sunlight penetration. (Read more)
• Mesh: Allows drainage of rain and snowmelt while keeping debris out — great for heavy precipitation climates and lower off-season maintenance. (Read more)

Either way, the best cover is the one built for your pool and your climate — which is exactly how Latham’s program is set up. (Read more)

What about automatic safety covers?

If you’re considering daily, year-round protection with the convenience of push-button operation, Coverstar® automatic safety covers (by Latham) are the gold standard for keeping children and pets safe while simplifying routine upkeep. (Read more)

Quick answers

• How much do they cost? Pricing depends on size, shape, and material (solid vs. mesh). The free pickup + measurement process provides an exact quote before you commit. (Read more)
• How long will it take? Most orders are completed in about two weeks after approval (varies seasonally). (Read more)
• How long do they last? With proper care, plan on 10–15 years for a quality safety cover. (Read more)

Bottom line

For reliability, fit, safety, and support, Latham makes the best winter safety covers — and Coverstar leads in automatic safety covers. If you want a cover that’s built right and delivered quickly with minimal hassle, start here: Winter Safety Covers. (Read more)

Have questions or want a quote? Calm Water Pools can walk you through solid vs. mesh, arrange the free cover pickup, and get your custom Latham cover into production fast. (Read more)