WHAT DOES A COVER CONTRIBUTE TO YOUR POOL?

We tend to think of the possibility of installing a cover in the pool as a way of keeping water at a higher temperature. But this isn’t the only advantage a cover brings. It also prevents much of the evaporation and the entry of dirt into the pool, which also saves water and maintenance. On the other hand, it serves as a safety barrier, preventing accidental falls into the water.

In this article we’ll talk about the characteristics of each type of cover so you can choose the one that best suits your needs.

- High covers These are transparent polycarbonate covers, with a metallic structure and high enough for bathers to walk around the pool underneath hem. They include a variety of types:

Fixed sliding roofs. These covers consist of a fixed metal structure and sliding panels, so that they can be completely closed or have some parts open.
Telescopic sliding roofs. They only have one fixed module, so the rest of the panels are inserted into it, until it is completely open.
Roofs for spas. Can you imagine being enjoying your spa while watching and listening to rain falling onto the roof? Nothing could be more relaxing!

- Low covers Usually, depending on their height, you can’t bathe if they’re closed, since you can’t move underneath them. They may have telescopic or elevating panels.

- Rolled sheet covers. These covers are on the surface of the water. They can be manual, rolled using a crank, or automatic with rails. The most sophisticated ones aesthetically are those that are completely concealed when rolled up. Like the one in this Neda pool, with a built-in drawer.

- Thermal covers They’re covered with flexible materials, usually polyethylene with bubbles, which must be fixed to the pool edges with tensors. You can also include a manual reel to facilitate installing and taking up the cover.

It’s often possible to install a semi-cover, taking advantage of the structure of the house to enclose the pool area

If you install a surface cover, especially in the case of high structures, you should also bear in mind that you need to control the humidity of the environment and you should probably implement a dehumidification system (some covers already have these as standard). Always employ a professional installer to guarantee an airtight seal and quality materials.