Description
Intex solar cover rectangular – 400 x 200 cm (cover size 378 x 186) – Blue
Do you want to swim longer in pleasant water without your heating costs shooting up? Then this Intex solar cover is one of the handiest accessories you can have for your above-ground pool. I would actually recommend it to anyone with a rectangular pool, as this blue cover captures the warmth of the sun during the day and retains it at night, precisely when the temperature would normally drop significantly.
The cover is designed for a pool edge of 400 x 200 cm, with the sheet itself measuring 378 x 186 cm. This small difference is deliberate: this way the sheet lies just within the edge of your pool and stays neatly in place without hanging over the sides. The material is made of polyethylene with a thickness of 160 microns, a sturdy quality that insulates heat well while remaining light enough to move without any hassle.
Why a solar cover really makes a difference
The secret lies in the construction of the sheet. On the top, the blue surface captures the sunlight, while the structure of the material transfers that heat to the water below. You will notice the result especially in the early and late season: your water heats up faster and cools down more slowly, which can extend the swimming season by a few weeks. In addition, you significantly reduce water evaporation, meaning you need to top up less often and your chemicals last longer. As an added benefit, the cover also keeps leaves, insects and other debris out of your pool, making pool maintenance much easier.
In use, it is simple: you place the sheet with the bubble side on the water, with the smooth side facing up. When you go swimming, you simply roll or fold it up and lay it next to the pool to dry. Please note that this cover is not hemmed and has no eyelets, so it is intended to be laid loosely on the water surface and not to be fastened tightly. For an above-ground pool, that is exactly what you want: quick on, quick off.
Not sure if this is the right size for your pool? Take a good look at the sheet size of 378 x 186 cm and compare it with your own waterline. If you are unsure, I am happy to help you at Pool.shop choose the cover that fits your pool perfectly.
