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What does the thickness of a pool solar cover have to do with the way it works?
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∙ 16y ago
The thickness is usually relative to the 'years' of warranty on the cover.. the thicker the cover, the more layers, or thicker layer of protective/insulative coating on the core of the solar blanket. In my experience it is worth buying the extra thick cover. they are much more durable , which is good because the corrosive nature of the water over the years.
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Does the thickness of a pool solar cover help heat it faster?
The insulating property's of the cover may stop heat escaping resulting in the pool heating more quickly,
How much heat do you get from a solar cover?
8-15 degree's depending on sun and size of pool
How do solar pool covers work?
The pic associated with this answer has nothing to do with a Solar Cover or Solar Blanket. It looks as if these are solar panels for electricity. Solar blankets look like a stronger version of bubble wrap. Their primary purpose when they are laid on the water (bubble side down) is to keep whatever warmth the pool water has in it from escaping into the cooler air at night. They are usually a light blue or clear in color. Clear allows more sunlight into the pool to heat the water better.
Does a solar blanket work?
Absolutely yes! When we use our pool solar blanket we can get the temp up to around 90 with no problem. We live in Maryland. The key is to keep the cover on as much as possible and todefinitely leave it on a night when most heat is lost. The cover acts as a means to allow solar energy in and to keep it there. I would highly recommend a cover. Buy a cover that is too big because they are easy to cut to size with scissors. Good luck!
How much heat will a solar pool cover retain or generate?
A solar pool cover will retain about 90% of the heat. This percentage can and will change depending on what region you live in. If you live in the hot south you will find that your pool will retain most of the heat whereas if you live in Minnesota where it is cooler it might retain 5% to 10% less. As far as generating heat...well, keep your heater. A solar pool cover will generate a very small amount of heat but not enough to where you can give up that heater. The solar cover will, however, probably save you at least 50% in your electricity costs of using the heater. Now I have to go back to the region aspect of these covers again. If you live in an area where it is hot at night (80 degrees or more) you can certainly go without the heater but be aware if the evening temperature drops so will the water temperate and it could take 1 to 2 days for the heat to go back up to where you want it. I hope this information helps but if not and you would like to find out more you can go to PoolCenter.com where yo
What thickness of a solar pool cover is better?
yes
Does the thickness of a pool solar cover help heat it faster?
The insulating property's of the cover may stop heat escaping resulting in the pool heating more quickly,
What is the best thickness for a solar pool cover?
First, the small variation in thickness between makes and models of solar pool covers will not significantly change the amount of heat absorbed by the water. That being said, a thicker pool cover may be more tear or damage resistant than a thinner cover and thereby, last longer. But it may also be more expensive and heavier, especially when wet as you pull it out of the pool. Hope this helps ...
Can you add optimizer plus to a pool with the solar cover on?
It's not possible to add optimizer plus to a pool with the solar cover on. You will need to remove the solar cover from part or all of the pool in order to put optimizer or other pool treatment products into your swimming pool water.
Pool solar cover?
Useless
Will it strain the pool pump motor while running when the solar pool cover is on?
No
Which way up dose a solar pool cover go?
The side of the pool cover with bubbles is the lower side.
When should you remove your pools solar cover?
when you are in the pool
What is The difference in a solar blanket and a solar cover?
They are the same thing basically. Pool Cover, Solar Cover, solar Blanket are all used interchangeably. It's basically some material, usually a plastic bubble mesh or vinyl covering that goes over the pool. The exception to this is Winter Cover which generally is heavier and designed to protect your pool during long winter months.
What is a solar ball?
It keeps your pool warm. "This effective solar ball keeps your above ground or in ground pool warmer by spreading an invisible layer of non-toxic, biodegradable film. This invisible layer cuts down on one of the major pool cooling forces – evaporation. Up to 60% as effective as a traditional solar pool cover. Best of all Solar Ball works all the time and there is no cumbersome solar pool cover to haul around. Simply drop the Solar Ball in your pool’s skimmer and its special time released delivery system will keep your pool warm for 30 days. It is not affected by automatic pool covers." - http://www.pcpools.com/products/solarball.html?sku=NS794&id=117
What direction do you put pool solar cover?
Bubbles down
What is the price range for pool covers?
It is depends on the type, brand and size. It cost about $219 for the 10m x 6m solar swimming pool blanket cover and $512 for the solar pool cover 500 micron series.
