solar blanket

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    Solar Covers shapes, sizes, and best practices

    It’s October and the weather is starting to cool off (lol, high 80s in North Texas), but I’m considering getting some 15 foot 8mm solar covers to extend pool season a bit longer into November. My question is do I need to invest in a single cover that fits my pool, or can I grab 2 15x15 circles...
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    Inground Pool Solar Blanket/Cover Functions

    Hello, I am thinking of purchasing a solar blanket for my pool because I would like to stop so much evaporation and save on chemicals. I have read some threads but needed some clarification on this. My questions: 1. Is this a good option to stop excessive water evaporation? 2. Will this help...
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    Where to Purchase 8mil solar cover?

    Hello— I’m looking to purchase a 20’x40’ clear solar blanket but Inyopools only has 12 or 16 mil (!) and Pool Supply Unlimited has a surprisingly limited supply! Any suggestions (free shipping would be a plus!). Thank you! Kate
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    Minimum temperature to use solar cover?

    Now the topic of if a solar cover is effective, when it should be on, etc has been exhausted with the general consensus being to leave a solar cover on as often as possible. However, I am curious about the effects of a solar cover when there is a drastic difference between the temperature of the...
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    Heating effectiveness of solar rings

    Hi all - We moved a few years ago into a house with a pool, and have learned quite a bit since then! We live in a warm part of California, and our pool sees 10-12 hours of direct sunlight every day. We've used a solar blanket for the last season and a half, and can consistently keep our in...