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Swimming Pool Covers Compared: Coverseal vs Slatted vs Solar Covers

Automatic pool covers compared: Coverseal safety covers, slatted covers and solar covers on safety, heat retention, running costs and convenience.

· 2 min read · Swimming Pool & Spa Solutions

Coverseal cover closed over an outdoor pool

A good cover keeps the heat in, the leaves out and, with the right type, makes the pool safer. Spring is a good time to choose, so it's fitted before the swimming season starts.

Why a cover is worth it

Coverseal

Coverseal is a rigid, solar-powered cover that seals the pool closed. It's strong enough to form a secure barrier, holds heat in very effectively and keeps the water clean. It opens and closes at the touch of a button and folds neatly at the end of the pool.

Slatted covers

Slatted covers are made of interlocking slats that roll up onto a drum, either above the pool or hidden in a pit or under a bench. They float on the water, so they keep heat in well, and they're very convenient for daily use. They suit both new pools, where the drum can be built in, and existing pools.

Solar and bubble covers

A simple floating solar cover is the low-cost option. It helps retain heat, but it doesn't keep people out, it takes effort to take on and off, and it doesn't last as long.

Which pool cover should you choose?

For the best mix of safety, heat retention and cleanliness, Coverseal is hard to beat. Slatted covers are a great everyday choice, especially if you'd like the cover hidden. We install, repair and service both.

Pool cover installation and repairs

Tell us about your pool and we'll recommend the right cover, with an idea of what it would save on running costs.

Read more about our pool covers, or call us on 01483 904704.

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