Swimming Pool Winter Covers

Would you like to keep your pool clean and protected through the winter? In our range of swimming pool winter covers, you will find covers for those who want to limit dirt and the effects of the weather more effectively during the colder months. The right choice mainly depends on size, shape and fastening, so the cover sits taut and securely over the pool. At Leisure Pools Benelux, you choose with advice from a pool specialist who also understands installation and pool maintenance.

Why use a winter cover for your pool?

What do you do with your pool in winter? A winter cover for your pool helps shield the pool from leaves, insects and wind-blown dirt in windy and bad weather, and is a logical step when winterising your pool. Even when it rains, covering the pool still makes sense: the main benefit is protection against dirt and the effects of the weather. If the pool is out of use for a longer period, a winter cover also helps limit water evaporation.

Which size and shape should you choose?

Situation

Guideline

Measuring length and width

Measure your pool precisely and do not rely on a rough estimate.

Rectangular pool of 8 x 4 metres

Choose a winter cover that is larger than the pool, so it can span it properly.

Overlap

Preferably allow about 0,5 metre all around; if you deviate from that, allow at least 0,30 metre.

Round or unusual shape

These often require different sizing logic or a custom solution.

How to fasten your winter cover safely

• Tension the winter cover firmly using elastic cords and fixing points, so it does not lie loose over the water.
• Match the anchoring to the surface around the pool: this works differently on grass than on stone or patio paving.
• Determine the distance between the pool edge and the anchor point based on the overlap and the length of the elastic cords.
• Correct fastening helps keep the cover in place better in wind and seals off dirt more effectively.

Frequently asked questions about swimming pool winter covers

After choosing size, shape and fastening, a few practical questions often remain. Below you will find short answers to help you compare winter covers correctly and choose the right cover for your pool.

Does every winter cover fit every type of pool?

No. A winter cover must match the size, shape and fastening of your type of pool. An inground pool often requires different sizing than an above-ground pool or inflatable pool. So first search by the right pool type. Names such as Intex, Bestway or GRE are familiar to many visitors, but fit and fastening always come before colour, price or brand comparisons.

Should the bubbles on a bubble cover face up or down?

A bubble cover is different from a winter cover. It is a floating summer cover and the bubbles usually face downwards, on the water. For wintering, however, you choose a real winter cover that is stretched over the pool and fastened in place. This helps avoid confusion between a summer cover and a winter cover.

Is 20 degrees cold for a pool?

For most swimmers, 20 °C feels more cool than comfortable, although that remains personal. Once the pool is used less, good covering becomes more important. With a suitable winter cover, you keep the water cleaner during the idle period and limit dirt when the pool is not in use for a longer time.

What should you look for when comparing winter covers?

Compare winter covers first on fit, overlap, fastening and how clear the sizing is, especially if you are also considering a pool roller shutter. Technical data are mainly useful if they say something about durability, ease of handling and suitability for your pool. If several options look very similar, choose the version with the clearest installation and sizing information.

Choose the right winter cover for your pool now

View the range and select the size and shape that suit your pool. Before ordering, check the overlap and the chosen fastening once more, so the cover can be fitted correctly. If your pool has an unusual size or shape, then contact us for pool advice and then order the winter cover that truly fits.