The perfect pool cover for every pool – more safety, lower energy costs and benefits for the environment

Especially in recent years, many people have fulfilled a long-held dream of having their own swimming pool in their garden.

If you are one of the lucky ones or are looking forward to installing a pool in the near future, we at Poolstark.de are at your side as a competent partner with our high-quality products.

With the right support and planning, relaxing bathing fun away from all fixed entry times or restrictions doesn't have to remain a dream.

In order to enjoy your very own personal wellness oasis for as long as possible and to keep costs manageable, we recommend purchasing an optimal pool cover .

At a glance:

What are the different pool covers used for?

The different types of pool covers

Which pool cover is suitable for your pool?

What additional costs should you expect for pool cover accessories?

Sustainability is the trend: the integration of solar and photovoltaic technology in private pools

The ongoing care and maintenance of your pool cover

Winter-proof tarpaulin, glass roof or a pool cover as walkable protection – a variety of solutions are waiting to be used in your garden

What are the different pool covers used for?

The range of necessary accessories is as broad as the spectrum of swimming pools.

Appropriate protection for the pool or a winter cover for your private pool brings you numerous advantages.

These include

• more security for all family members, guests and your pets,
• protecting the pool from contamination by leaves, sand and insects,
• no adversely affected pH value of the water by penetrating (acid) rain,
• the additional thermal insulation so that the pool cools down less, especially at night and
• less loss of precious water by reducing evaporation .

As a current or future owner of a perhaps even heated pool, you will benefit from the savings of significantly reduced energy costs by purchasing a pool cover.

Additionally, you'll spend less time and money on maintenance. The pool and its valuable contents stay cleaner longer, simplifying the filter pump's work. Accordingly, you'll need to treat or clean the water less often with expensive chemicals, or even completely replace it.

Another key advantage: The protection helps prevent serious accidents. Equip your pool with a safety cover , and your children, their friends, and your four-legged friends can play safely in the garden to their heart's content.

The different types of pool covers

Depending on whether you want to use the purchased products only during the warm or also during the cold season, this requires different materials and concepts.

There are also other criteria.

You can choose between

• different tarpaulins for summer and winter,
• walk-in pool roll protection covers as safety covers,
• practical above-ground roller shutter,
  
• Underfloor roller shutters for the pool and
  
• high-quality glass roofing.

Solar film as a pool cover

The solar film for your pool is the ideal solution for pool owners who are looking for a simple and efficient way to save energy costs.

Transform your pool into a profitable energy source with the help of a solar film while protecting the environment. The solar film insulates heat, increasing your pool's water temperature. Your pool is now not only soothing and enjoyable, but also environmentally friendly and cost-effective.

See also:

• Solar foil Pool Sol+Guard

Winter tarpaulin as pool cover

A robust and opaque winter cover for your pool effectively protects the water from pollution. It also effectively prevents the harmful growth of algae.

To avoid annoying sagging in the middle, the resulting "puddles," and the constant need for readjustment, opt for the practical inflatable version. This clever design uses air cushions to form a kind of dome over the pool, from which rainwater, leaves, or snow simply "roll off" and slide down.

See also:

• WaluSeason Pool Winter Cover

Roll protection cover as pool cover

High-quality roll-up pool covers ensure a high standard of safety for the whole family and your animals as walkable pool covers.

The system consists of an extremely durable special film, which is given additional strength by integrated aluminum rods.

The products can be conveniently operated either with a hand crank or by an electric drive.

See also:

• WaluCover roll protection cover pool and
• Verano pole cover

Above-ground roller shutters and under-ground roller shutters as pool covers

Practical in-ground roller shutters or above-ground roller shutters for pools offer excellent value for money. They are expensive to purchase, but they offer attractive aesthetics and high functionality.

A roller shutter for the pool consists of two main components:

• Frame with drive unit
• Slats as pool cover

The slats are available in a wide selection:

• PVC solid slats
• PVC hollow slats
• Polycarbonate slats
• Solar slats (also made of polycarbonate)

It is similar with the frame:

• Frame without lighting
• Frame with LED lighting
• Frame disguised as a bench

A pool cover as a roller shutter impresses with its high functionality, easy operation as an electric pool cover and its beautiful design.

See also:

• Pool above-ground roller shutter Top Gold with PVC solid slats ,
• Pool above-ground roller shutter Top Gold with solar slats and
• Pool roller shutter Top Platinium

Glass roof as pool cover

With elegant and sometimes even “swimable” glass roofs , you can often extend the private bathing season in your garden by several weeks.

The material efficiently captures the sun's heat and thus heats the water even more.

Hinged fronts ensure sufficient ventilation and sliding doors allow easy entry into the pool.

In the Poolshelter model we carry, the entrance with the sliding door is opposite the guide rail, so that the rail does not get in the way when getting into the pool.

Railless glass roofs are available at Paradiso , just a few meters away from us as the crow flies.

See also:

• Pool cover kit for do-it-yourself construction

Which pool cover is suitable for your pool?

No matter whether you

• one of the widely used round above-ground pools,
• an oval or figure-eight-shaped steel wall pool,
• a rectangular stainless steel pool,
• an in-ground polyester pool

own - the appropriate protection is part of it.

Which one you choose depends on the conditions on your property and, last but not least, on your personal budget.

If you have a pool in your garden that's unusually shaped and sized, this often requires a costly custom-made solution. However, in principle, a suitable "cover" can be found for every pool.

Robust and tear-resistant tarpaulins are comparatively inexpensive and easy-to-install pool covers. These products are available for all pool shapes and in virtually any size. A standard above-ground pool can usually only be effectively protected using this method. Durable and opaque winter pool covers serve as an indispensable cover during the cold months.

If you have small children and/or pets in your household, you should definitely protect a "tempting" pool area from accidents. Particularly robust pool covers are walkable and, as a roll-over protection, can withstand enormous loads. These products are available for all standard pools and in custom sizes.

If you prefer a pool cover with roller shutters, you can choose between above-ground roller shutters and in-ground roller shutters. Both options are primarily suitable for rectangular pools with standard dimensions.

With high-quality glass pool covers, you can create a real eye-catcher for your garden while reliably protecting your water. These tasteful covers generally fall in the higher price segment. However, they offer a high level of comfort and an elegant appearance, as well as a long service life.

What additional costs should you expect for pool cover accessories?

Depending on the system, manufacturer and design you choose, you may need additional accessories in addition to the actual pool cover.

If you don't purchase a complete package, you'll need the appropriate drawstrings, tensioning straps, or bands to securely attach the tarpaulin or film. An inflatable product for the cold season includes suitable air cushions and, if necessary, a useful inflation aid. If small tears or holes appear in the tarpaulin, you can repair them inexpensively with a practical repair kit.

If you opt for a secure roll-up pool cover as a walkable pool cover, quick-tensioning systems with straps, ratchets, and special fasteners make operation easier. Additional ground anchors provide increased stability. If you live in snowy regions, specially developed "winter supports" prove to be a real help.

Installing in-ground or above-ground roller shutters for the pool requires a roller mechanism with a suitable crank or electric drive. The above-pool version is relatively easy to retrofit and, if desired, provides a comfortable bench into which the rolled-up slats disappear.

Sustainability is the trend: the integration of solar and photovoltaic technology in private pools

The trend toward using alternative energy in all areas of life doesn't stop at your own backyard pool. With a solar pool cover, you can kill two birds with one stone.

Save energy and money with a solar film. Designed with this in mind, the solar film is a cost-effective and efficient solution for saving energy and money without sacrificing the comfort of a warm pool. With its high-quality material and numerous benefits, the solar film is attractive to any pool owner looking to reduce their energy consumption.

The characteristic nubs on its surface or underside heat up in sunlight. This heat circulates through the bubble-shaped structure, raising the temperature of your pool water by up to six degrees.

It's important to note: This type of liner, with its heat chambers, is by no means a substitute for a winter pool cover. The material used (usually polyethylene) is not frost-resistant.

Additionally, you should protect the films from prolonged direct sunlight when not in the water. A suitable storage cover helps with this. Furthermore, a roll-up mechanism is available for the products, which makes handling much easier.

Sustainable technology opens up further possibilities. A solar cover for your pool can also be created using suitable slats from a roller shutter cover.
But the sun can do even more. The sliding function of your swimming pool's glass roof, powered by a photovoltaic electric motor, works quickly and conveniently. If necessary, you can react quickly to a sudden rain shower, keeping the pool clean.

The ongoing care and maintenance of your pool cover

Once purchased and installed, the maintenance costs of pool covers are limited. Depending on the model, cleaning with a hose and soft brush is usually sufficient.

It's important to clean the worn material carefully and thoroughly, especially in spring. Check the tarpaulin or slats for small holes and tears.

To avoid permanent damage, you should always remove snow from the protective cover.

You'll need to factor in additional energy costs when installing an electric drive, such as for a pool cover with roller shutters. These above- or below-water installations also require somewhat higher maintenance costs. Generally, a basic range of spare parts and accessories, such as tensioning cables, screws, and repair kits, proves helpful for quickly responding to minor damage.

Winter-proof tarpaulin, glass roof or a pool cover as walkable protection – a variety of solutions are waiting to be used in your garden

Purchasing a new pool cover or replacing a defective or outdated device initially represents an investment.

In addition to the security it provides, this purchase will usually pay for itself quickly through significant savings in energy and maintenance costs.

With the right equipment, especially the right pool covers, and the necessary information, a private swimming pool in your own garden doesn't have to remain a dream.

You can find the essential high-quality accessories, all spare parts and competent advice here in our online shop.

At Poolstark we are happy to help you choose your pool cover.

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