Swimming pools offer a refreshing escape from the heat and a place for fun and recreation. But they also pose a serious safety risk, particularly for young children and pets who can fall in accidentally. This is where swimming pool covers come in as a vital layer of protection, significantly reducing the risk of drowning tragedies. Popular examples of people who have had thier share of ill luck with swimming pool without cover is Dbanj and Davido (They both lost a child to a lack of swimmimg cover to the pools in their home...may the gentle soul of the departed continue to rest in peace )

Lifesaving Barrier:

A properly secured pool cover acts as a physical barrier, preventing unsupervised access to the water. Mesh covers, specifically designed for safety, can support the weight of a small child or pet who might wander onto the cover. This crucial layer of defense buys precious time for adults to intervene and prevent an accident.

Multiple Layers of Safety:

While pool covers are a powerful tool, they should be considered alongside other safety measures. Think of pool safety as a multi-layered approach. Here's how covers complement other precautions:

Fences: A high fence with a self-latching gate remains a crucial first line of defense. Pool covers add another layer of security, especially when the fence gate is momentarily open.
Alarms: Pool alarms can alert you if someone enters the water unexpectedly. However, covers prevent unwanted entries in the first place.
Automated : Pool covering can be motorised and automated for easy opening and closing of it whenever needed

Beyond Safety:
Pool covers offer additional benefits beyond drowning prevention:


Reduced Maintenance: Covers minimize debris like leaves and insects from entering the pool, keeping it cleaner and reducing the need for frequent cleaning chemicals.
Water Conservation: By minimizing evaporation, especially in hot climates, pool covers can help conserve precious water.


Choosing the Right Cover:
There are various pool cover options available, each with its strengths:

Solid Covers: These opaque covers provide the most complete protection from debris, sunlight, and unwanted access. can be made with hardwood,stainless steel pipes and plate, tarpoline with stainless frames etc
Mesh Covers: These allow rainwater to pass through while preventing entry and keeping debris out. They are ideal for areas with high rainfall. Can be made with stainless steel mesh or galvanized mash with mesh size of preferably 1inch by 1 inch.
Solar Covers: These translucent covers allow some sunlight through, which can help heat your pool during cooler months.
Conclusion:

More explanation on each of the above type of swimming pool cover will be done in our future post.

Pool covers are a life-saving investment for any pool owner. They provide a strong layer of defense against accidental drowning, especially for young children and pets. Combined with other safety measures like fences and alarms, pool covers can help ensure your backyard oasis remains a place for fun and relaxation, with peace of mind.

Solid Cover Pool Covering

Tarpoline and Stainless steel frame: This is the most cost effective option and yet very durable type of swimming pool covering. The opening and closing can be done manually and also can be automated depending on the customers preference. Below are pictures of sample of this type of covering we did somewhere in Lekki. For enquiries contact Michael on 08167488947 whatsapp 08033452929 direct call

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Very easy to open and close and it holds up to 300kg of weight at a time