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Also if when I measure the cover around the circumference of the pool and cut it really close to the pool exact size - what if the two halves actually overlap by an inch or so?? Is this something that would work??
And lastly- if I do cut it as you have- can you explain what these nylon straps with buckles are that fasten both halves together and on the edge-- or these plastic squares you mention?? and where to purchase them and how to attach them to your cover?/ it seems like a lot of work?? please advise. Also can I use a liquid solar cover from heatsavr WITH a solar cover? (for extra warmth??
hello I have a 15'x24' above ground pool--- I am looking to buy a decent solar cover probably 12 mil thick. I also do not have the room for a reel to fit in my backyard configuration. So I am thinking about cutting my cover in half as well. So if you would not mind answering a question or two. First does the pool cover have to be cut by the seams ONLY??I cut mine in to 2 pieces, this year I bought nylon straps with buckles to fasten it together (in the center) and also 4 points on the edge. This way the wind won't blow it out constantly.
I also got crossovers (plastic squares) to feed the straps through. Once it's sunny enough I will glue them to the cover, but so far the holes haven't ripped any bigger even with 30-50mph winds. Last year I was using string.
When I'm not using the solar blanket I cover it with a tarp. This is the third season and I think it should make it no problem. It's a typical Blue/12mil.
Also if when I measure the cover around the circumference of the pool and cut it really close to the pool exact size - what if the two halves actually overlap by an inch or so?? Is this something that would work??
And lastly- if I do cut it as you have- can you explain what these nylon straps with buckles are that fasten both halves together and on the edge-- or these plastic squares you mention?? and where to purchase them and how to attach them to your cover?/ it seems like a lot of work?? please advise. Also can I use a liquid solar cover from heatsavr WITH a solar cover? (for extra warmth??