We bought a house over the winter with an in-ground pool. I'm so excited to be getting close to opening it up!
Been looking at solar covers. I was initially thinking about springing for the "high quality" versions but in reading around here, it seems that the consensus is they never seem to last longer or keep heat any better than cheap ones.
My main question is about color.
The sellers told us that when they replaced the liner, they opted for a darker blue than what they had previously, to aid with warming it up. The husband said it made a big difference and made him willing to get in the water a month earlier than previously!
So, I am curious if it would be worth choosing at least a clear color over the traditional light blue to take advantage of that darker color? I.e. let the sun's energy reach that a little more readily?
Secondary question: For a reel, any great recommendations? I am drawn to the idea of the roll away style vs bolted to the deck so that it simply isn't in the way. I figure I can also stow it along the south facing side of the fence, so it is shaded from the sun to reduce sun damage when on the roller. But I see that some have difficulties with them tipping. I'm interested in thoughts on all that that perhaps I haven't considered.
Been looking at solar covers. I was initially thinking about springing for the "high quality" versions but in reading around here, it seems that the consensus is they never seem to last longer or keep heat any better than cheap ones.
My main question is about color.
The sellers told us that when they replaced the liner, they opted for a darker blue than what they had previously, to aid with warming it up. The husband said it made a big difference and made him willing to get in the water a month earlier than previously!
So, I am curious if it would be worth choosing at least a clear color over the traditional light blue to take advantage of that darker color? I.e. let the sun's energy reach that a little more readily?
Secondary question: For a reel, any great recommendations? I am drawn to the idea of the roll away style vs bolted to the deck so that it simply isn't in the way. I figure I can also stow it along the south facing side of the fence, so it is shaded from the sun to reduce sun damage when on the roller. But I see that some have difficulties with them tipping. I'm interested in thoughts on all that that perhaps I haven't considered.
