The perfect pool cover for every bathroom – more safety, lower energy costs and benefits for the environment

In recent years in particular, many people have fulfilled a long-cherished wish by having their own swimming pool in their garden.

If you are one of the lucky ones yourself or are looking forward to installing a pool in the near future, we at Poolstark.de are at your side as a competent partner with our high-quality products.

With the right support and planning, relaxing bathing pleasure doesn't have to remain a dream without any fixed entry times or restrictions.

In order to enjoy your very own personal wellness oasis for as long as possible while keeping costs manageable, we recommend purchasing the optimal pool cover .

At a glance:

What are the different pool covers used for?

The different types of pool covers

Which pool cover is suitable for your pool?

What other costs for pool cover accessories should you expect?

Sustainability is the trend: the integration of solar and photovoltaic technology in private pools

The ongoing care and maintenance of your pool cover

Winter-proof tarpaulin, glass roof or a pool cover as walk-in protection – a variety of solutions are waiting for use in your garden

What are the different pool covers used for?

The selection of necessary accessories is as wide-ranging as the spectrum of swimming pools.

Suitable pool protection or a winter cover for your private pool offers you numerous advantages.

These include

• more safety for all family members, guests and your pets,
• protecting the pool from contamination by leaves, sand and insects,
• no pH value of the water that is unfavorably influenced by penetrating (acid) rain,
• the additional thermal insulation so that the pool cools down less, especially at night
• a lower loss of valuable water by reducing evaporation .

As a current or future owner of a pool that may even be heated, you can benefit from savings through significantly reduced energy costs by purchasing a pool cover.

In addition, there is a reduced expenditure of time and money for care. The pool and its valuable contents stay clean longer, which simplifies the work of the filter pump. Accordingly, you need to treat or purify the water less often using expensive chemical preparations or completely replace it.

Another crucial advantage: thanks to the protection, you avoid serious accidents. If you equip your pool with a safety cover , your children, their friends and their four-legged housemates can play safely in the garden to their hearts' content.

The different types of pool covers

Depending on whether you only want to use the purchased products during the warm season or also in the cold season, this requires different materials and concepts.

There are also other criteria.

You choose between, for example

• different tarpaulins for summer and winter,
• walk-in pool roll protection covers as a safety cover,
• practical surface roller shutter,
  
• Underfloor roller shutters for the pool and
  
• high-quality glass roofing.

 

Solar film as a pool cover

Solar liner for your pool is the ideal solution for pool owners looking for a simple and efficient way to save on energy costs.

Use the solar film to transform your pool into a source of energy that pays off and protect the environment at the same time. The solar film insulates the heat and thus increases the water temperature of your pool. Your pool is now not only soothing and pleasant, but also environmentally friendly and cost-saving.

See also:

• Solar film pool Sol+Guard

Winter tarpaulin as a pool cover

With a robust and opaque winter tarpaulin for your pool, you can efficiently protect the water against contamination. They also effectively prevent the harmful development of algae.

To avoid the annoying sagging in the middle, the resulting “puddles” and the constant need for readjustment, it is best to choose the practical inflatable version. This clever concept uses air cushions to form a kind of dome over the pool, from which rainwater, leaves or snow simply “roll off” and slide down.

See also:

• WaluSeason pool winter tarpaulin

Roll protection cover as a pool cover

As walk-in pool covers, high-quality roll-up protective covers ensure a high standard of safety for the whole family and your animals.

The system consists of an extremely durable special film, which is given additional strength by integrated aluminum rods.

The products can be conveniently operated either with a hand crank or an electric drive.

See also:

• WaluCover roll protection cover pool and
• Verano

Above-floor roller shutters and under-floor roller shutters as pool covers

Practical underfloor roller shutters or above-ground roller shutters for the pool have a very good price-performance ratio. They are expensive to purchase, but they offer beautiful aesthetics and high functionality.

A pool roller shutter consists of two main components:

• Frame with drive unit
• Slats as a pool cover

The slats are available in a large selection:

• PVC solid slats
• PVC hollow slats
• Polycarbonate slats
• Solar slats (also made of polycarbonate)

It's similar with the frame:

• Frame without lighting
• Frame with LED lighting
• Frame disguised as a bench

A pool cover as a roller shutter impresses with its high functionality, its easy operation as an electric pool cover and its beautiful design.

See also:

• Pool surface roller shutter Covrex Top Gold with PVC solid slats ,
• Pool surface roller shutter Covrex Top Gold with solar slats and
• Pool roller shutter Covrex Top Platinium

Glass roofing as a pool cover

With elegant and sometimes even “submersible” glass roofs, you can often extend the private bathing season in your garden by a few weeks.

The material efficiently captures the sun's heat and thus additionally heats the water.

Hinged fronts ensure sufficient ventilation and sliding doors allow easy entry into the pool.

In the Poolshelter model we stock, the entrance with the sliding door is opposite the guide rail, so that the rail does not get in the way when you get into the pool.

Railless glass roofing is available at Paradiso , just a few meters away from us as the crow flies.

See also:

• Pool roofing kit to build yourself

Which pool cover is suitable for your pool?

No matter if you

• one of the widespread round above-ground pools,
• an oval or eight-shaped steel wall basin,
• a rectangular stainless steel pool,
• an in-ground polyester pool

own - the right protection is part of it.

Which one you choose depends on the conditions on your site and, last but not least, your personal budget.

If there is a swimming pool in the garden with an unusual shape and size, this often requires an expensive custom-made one. In principle, however, the right “lid” can be found for every pool.

Robust and tear-resistant tarpaulins are comparatively inexpensive and easy-to-install bathroom covers. You can get these items for all pool shapes and in almost every dimension. A standard above-ground pool can usually only be effectively protected using this method. Durable and opaque winter pool covers serve as an essential cover during the cold months.

If you have small children and/or animals in your household, you should definitely secure a “tempting” body of water reliably against accidents. Pool covers that are particularly robust can be walked on and can withstand enormous loads as roll protection. These products are available for all common swimming pools and in special sizes.

If you prefer a pool cover with roller shutters, choose between above-ground roller shutters and under-ground roller shutters for the pool. Both versions are primarily suitable for rectangular bathrooms with standardized dimensions.

With high-quality glass pool covers, you can reliably protect the water and create a real eye-catcher for your garden. These tasteful canopies are generally in the higher price segment. However, in addition to a lot of comfort and an elegant look, they also offer a long service life.

What other costs for pool cover accessories should you expect?

Depending on the system you choose, the manufacturer and the design, you may need additional additions in addition to the actual pool cover.

If you do not purchase a complete package, the tarpaulin or film requires the appropriate pull cords, tension belts or straps to attach the protection securely. An inflatable product for the cold season includes suitable air cushions and possibly a useful inflation aid. If small tears and holes appear in the tarpaulin, you can repair them inexpensively with a practical repair kit.

If you decide on a secure roll protection as a walk-in pool cover, so-called quick tensioning systems with straps, ratchets and special locks will make your operation easier. Additional ground anchors give the construction increased stability. If you live in snowy regions, specially developed “winter supports” will prove to be a real help.

The installation of underfloor or above-ground roller shutters for the pool requires a winding device with a suitable crank or electric drive. The variant above the basin is relatively easy to retrofit and, if desired, can help you create a comfortable bench in which the rolled-up slats disappear.

Sustainability is the trend: the integration of solar and photovoltaic technology in private pools

The trend towards using alternative energies in all areas of life does not stop at your own swimming pool in the garden. With a solar cover for your pool you kill two birds with one stone.

Save energy and money with solar film. Designed with this in mind, solar film is a cost-effective and efficient solution to save energy and money without sacrificing the comfort of a warm pool. With high-quality material and a variety of benefits, the solar film is attractive to any pool owner who wants to reduce their energy consumption.

The characteristic knobs on their surface or underside heat up when the sun shines. This heat circulates through the bubble-shaped structure and brings your pool water to a temperature up to six degrees higher.

Important to know: Such a film with its heat chambers does not replace the winter tarpaulin for your pool. The material used (usually polyethylene) is not frost-resistant.

You should also protect the films outside of the water from long-term direct sunlight. A suitable storage cover helps here. The products also come with a roll-up device, which makes handling them much easier.

Sustainable technology creates further possibilities. A solar cover for your pool can also be created using suitable slats on a roller shutter cover.
But the sun can do even more. The sliding function of the glass roof of your swimming pool works quickly and conveniently with a photovoltaic-powered electric motor. If necessary, you can react quickly to a sudden rain shower and the pool stays clean.

The ongoing care and maintenance of your pool cover

Once the pool covers have been purchased and installed, the follow-up costs are limited. Depending on the model, cleaning with a hose and a soft brush is usually sufficient.

It is important to clean the stressed material gently and carefully, especially in spring. Check the tarpaulin or slats for small holes and tears.

To avoid permanent damage, you should always remove snow loads from the protective blanket.

You must take into account additional energy costs when installing an electric drive, for example for a pool cover with roller shutters. These installations above or below the water also require slightly more effort for maintenance. In general, a basic range of spare parts and accessories such as tension cables, screws and repair kits prove to be helpful in reacting quickly to minor damage.

Winter-proof tarpaulin, glass roof or a pool cover as walk-in protection – a variety of solutions are waiting for use in your garden

Purchasing a new pool cover or replacing a defective or outdated device initially means an investment.

In addition to the security you gain, this purchase will usually pay for itself quickly thanks to the significant savings in energy and care costs.

With the right equipment, especially the right pool covers, as well as the necessary information, a private swimming pool in your own garden doesn't have to remain a dream.

You can get the essential high-quality accessories, all spare parts and expert advice here in the online shop.

Write to us , we will be happy to help you with your questions about the realization of your pool project and the right pool cover!