Solar Cover Recommendations

[tfpforanderson]

Hi All,

I searched the forums, but I'm looking for any updated recommendations for solar covers (brand/model/vendor). They seem to not last very long, so I'm hoping someone may be able to recommend one that's lasted well for them. The other option I suppose is to get a cheapo and just count on throwing it away every year, but I hate being so wasteful.

Also, any recommendations on thickness? Any insight into how much more effective 16 mil is as compared to 14, 14 compared to 12?

Thanks in advance!

 

[mknauss]

Cheapest and thinnest. They last 2 years, 3 years if you are lucky and properly store them when not on the pool. No difference in heat retention based on thickness.

 

[tfpforanderson]

Thanks!

 

[Homebrewale]

As Marty posted. Cover them when rolled up in the sun. When you don't need to use it anymore during the summer, put it in a shady location. I would place my cover and reel under the trees in the back corner of my lot.