Solar Covers for Outdoor Pools

A Warmer Pool - Gain up to 10˚F FREE HEAT with a Solar Pool Cover

It is now widely accepted that installing a heat retention cover is the single most effective means of reducing swimming pool energy consumption. Fitting the right cover on your pool means you will see a reduction in energy bills. Converting the sun’s light into heat to provide free heating of the pool, a swimming pool solar blanket cuts water evaporation by 98%. Most heat loss is through evaporation, so fuel bills can be cut whilst also helping to reduce the amount of chemicals needed.

GeoBubble’s innovative bubble design gives enhanced strength and durability over standard bubble covers. Sol+Guard is optimised for solar gain, RaeGuard for heat retention, and EnergyGuard blends those features while helping inhibit algae. For occasions where a traditional cover is not ideal, our HeatSAVR and Lo-Chlor Liquid Pool Blanket offers a chemical film that reduces heat loss and evaporation without needing a physical cover. 

Please note: a liquid pool cover is not intended to replace a floating solar heat‑retention cover. However, in cases where a physical cover cannot be installed for example, irregular or unusual pool shapes, using a liquid pool cover is a recommended alternative - better than leaving your pool completely uncovered.

What Makes GeoBubble™ Materials Unique?

Traditional covers have circular/cylindrical bubble design but this design has multiple weak points. The Geobubble has a smoother more uniform shape with a 50% thicker bubble making its durability last 25% longer.

• Unique patented design of two bubbles joined together by a structural waistline centre section.
• No sharp corners that could result in thin or weak points in the design.
• No stress points due to the bubble’s smooth interconnected curves.
• 50% thicker than a traditional swimming pool bubble cover material at its thinnest point.
• Increased resilience against UV rays and chemical attack.

The Geobubble 400 micron Light Blue and the Geobubble Dark Blue 500 micron covers come with a 4 year pro-rata warranty and the EnergyGuard 500 micron, Geobubble 500 micron Sol+ Guard, Geobubble 500 micron Raeguard and Geobubble Raeguard Weave all come with an 8 year pro-rata warranty.

The 500 micron Energyguard cover offers innovative light filtering material inhibiting algae growth.

A Geobubble 500 micron Sol+ Guard is the cover recommended for all outdoor pools and the Geobubble Raeguard or Raeguard Weave is the cover recommended for maximum heat retention on an indoor swimming pool.

Cover samples available upon request

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Which Cover Do You Recommend For An Outdoor Pool?
A: For outdoor pools, our recommended choice is the GeoBubble Sol+Guard cover. It offers excellent solar gain, allowing more sunlight to penetrate into the water while still giving insulation benefits. It’s lightweight, durable, and helps maximise temperature increase and evaporation reduction.

Q: Which Cover Do You Recommend For An Indoor Pool?
A: For indoor pools the GeoBubble RaeGuard (or RaeGuard Weave) is ideal. With enhanced heat retention and reduced evaporation, RaeGuard works particularly well in conditions where you want to maintain temperature without relying solely on solar input. (Also marketed as RaeGuard covers for indoor and outdoor use.)

Q: What is An EnergyGuard Cover And When Is It Useful?
A: The GeoBubble EnergyGuard cover is a selective transmission cover designed to allow solar gain while helping inhibit algae growth. Its darker top layer filters light and reduces the chances of algae forming under the cover. It’s a good choice for pools that struggle with algae or want a balance of heating and biological control.

Q: What Is The Liquid Pool Blanket (HeatSAVR) And How Does It Work?
A: HeatSAVR is a liquid solar film (also called “liquid pool blanket”) that floats as a thin film over the water surface. It minimises heat loss and evaporation without needing a physical bubble cover. Especially useful when you want to swim without removing a cover or have irregular pool shapes.

Q: How Much Evaporation Does A GeoBubble Cover Reduce?
A: Solar bubble covers like GeoBubble can reduce water evaporation by up to 98 % or more, which in turn reduces heat loss and chemical consumption.

Q: Can I Use These Covers With Rollers Or Reels?
A: Yes - solar covers pair well with compatible rollers or reels (e.g. sliding lock style) that make removing and replacing the cover easier - and are a highly recommended addition - along with a leading edge. Pool owners find the investment in a roller and leading edge worthwhile for convenience.

Q: Are Your Solar Covers Made To Order?
A: Yes - all GeoBubble solar covers offered by All Swim are custom-made to your pool dimensions. Expect a lead time of approximately 7 - 10 working days out of season and 10 - 20 working days in the height of summer - please request cover lead time at time of order.

Q: What Warranty Periods Do The Solar Covers Carry?
A: Warranties depend on the cover type. For example, GeoBubble Sol+Guard and RaeGuard covers come with an 8 year pro-rata warranty. Specific warranty details are provided on the product page.