Swimming pool cover: which cover to choose for winter?

As winter approaches, it is recommended to cover your pool with a pool cover to protect and secure it for the cold season. There are several types. But how do you choose the most suitable winter pool cover for your pool ?

Why use a pool cover in winter?

A winter pool cover is useful not only for maintenance, but also for safety, because it protects the pool and helps prevent accidents. The pool cover is also an excellent way to extend its lifespan . Indeed, it helps protect the water from external pollution such as leaves, insects, branches, but also from fungi and algae that can develop out of season.

Winter tarpaulin: how to choose the right one?

Prioritize quality

To ensure the effectiveness of your winter pool cover , it is essential that it is of good quality. The pool cover must therefore have the following characteristics:

Be thick and strong. The winter pool cover must not deform over time;
Be perfectly opaque;
Be equipped with a strong, wind-resistant fixing device;
Have a drainage system with filtration so that rainwater flows away easily.

What type of winter cover should I choose?

There are two types of protection for swimming pools for winter :

The opaque waterproof or semi-waterproof cover: this winter cover for swimming pools made of PVC blocks the sun's rays and prevents the development of algae and other germs. It is recommended for total wintering;

The filter cover (net or grid): non-waterproof, this rot-proof winter pool cover retains most of the waste, but lets water and light through. This pool cover is lighter and easier to handle. It is ideal for active wintering and is suitable for very rainy regions.

There is also a version of the opaque tarpaulin with bars as well as motorized security roller shutters.