With the arrival of winter in South Africa we are all forced to put away our bikinis and pull out our warm winter woollies, but what does this mean for our swimming pools? By investing in a winter pool cover you can ensure that the maintenance and cleaning of your pool during the cold months are kept to a bare minimum.

Solid winter pool covers are becoming more and more popular in South Africa. If you are considering a pool cover, it is important to note that these types of pool covers are not safe for children. They do however offer a wide variety of benefits as they keep dirt and debris out of the pool, protect the pool from sunlight which causes algae to grow, prevent evaporation and reduce the amount of chemicals needed. Most pool covers are made from PVC material which is reinforced with webbing. Most hard pool covers come in a variety of colours and are known to last at least 3-4 years.

Netted covers are also a popular choice of pool cover. While these covers do not provide as much protection for your pool as the solid covers, they are still effective in reducing evaporation and ensuring that debris is unable to fall into your pool. Regardless of the type of pool cover you go for, you can expect to save on your monthly pool maintenance costs if you have one installed for the duration of the winter months. You should always chat to a professional about what type and size pool cover would be ideal for your family and the type of swimming pool that you have.

When looking for winter pool covers take the time to visit the SA Pools website to find the right supplier in your area. Alternatively you can contact SA Pools and chat to one of their friendly consultants. Waste no more time – get your pool cover and protect your pool from the effects of winter today!