10Nov/25

Do Mesh Winter Pool Covers Work?

November 10, 2025Swimming Pools BlogSwimming Pool Professionals

Short answer: yes—when you choose a quality mesh safety cover, get a precise fit, and keep it properly tensioned, mesh covers protect your pool, your family, and your sanity all winter long. They’re designed to keepRead More…

10Nov/25

What Are the Negatives of a Pool Cover? (And How to Avoid Them)

November 10, 2025Swimming Pools BlogSwimming Pool Professionals

Pool covers do a lot of good—safety, cleaner water, and lower energy costs—but they’re not perfect. If you’re weighing the downsides before you buy (or replace) a cover, here’s a clear, homeowner-friendly look at the mostRead More…

10Nov/25

What’s the Difference Between a Pool Cover and a Winter Pool Cover?

November 10, 2025Swimming Pools BlogSwimming Pool Professionals

If you’ve ever Googled “pool covers,” you know it can mean a lot of things—from thin solar blankets to heavy-duty, anchor-secured safety covers. Here’s the plain-English breakdown so you can pick the right protection for yourRead More…

10Nov/25

Can You Use a Tarp as a Winter Pool Cover?

November 10, 2025Swimming Pools BlogSwimming Pool Professionals

Short answer: you can throw a tarp over a pool—but you shouldn’t. A hardware-store tarp isn’t designed to protect people, pets, or your pool structure through months of snow, rain, and freeze-thaw. A proper winter safetyRead More…

04Nov/25

Does the black side of a winter pool cover go up or down?

November 4, 2025Swimming Pools BlogSwimming Pool Professionals

Short answer: the black side goes down, facing the water. That dark underside is intentional. It helps block sunlight and discourage algae through winter, while the lighter-colored top faces up to shed debris and look cleaner.Read More…

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