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Sun2Solar 1600 Series 12X20 Rectangle Solar Cover - 6 Grommets Bundle For In-Ground & Above-Ground Pools Review

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Details

Size12' x 20' Rectangle
ColorBlue
BrandSun2Solar
StyleCustom
Special FeatureInground

Description of Sun2Solar 1600 Series 12X20 Rectangle Solar Cover - 6 Grommets Bundle For In-Ground & Above-Ground Pools

EASIER TO MOVE - The included 6-pack of grommets are designed to allow water to pass through the solar cover when removing it from your swimming pool. This makes the blanket lighter to maneuver when manually pulling off or when using a solar reel to get your pool swim ready. As an added bonus, these grommets help anchor your cover by enabling some water to rest atop the solar blanket. This comes in hand with gusty wind conditions where the cover may billow up at times. GROMMETS SHIP SEPARATELY. MINIMIZE WATER EVAPORATION - The use of a solar cover helps in preventing up to 95% of pool water evaporation. When not enjoying a refreshing swim, keeping your pool covered lessens the vast amount of water lost into the environment. Fill up your swimming pool less and enjoy it more!. JUMP INTO WARMTH - Sun2Solar solar blankets are made from a film of thousands of tiny bubbles, which work together to collect and retain heat both at night and on those chilly days. The blue color provides an appealing look while also using the sun’s rays to help warm your swimming pool. Show friends and family your bravery by jumping in without the standard toe dip. HEAT RETENTION - After everyone has called it a day with wrinkled fingers from too much fun in the sun, make sure to place this solar cover back atop the water. Don’t lose all of that warmth generated throughout the day when the sun sets. Assure your pool’s temperature does not drop too much by protecting it at night through use of a solar blanket. TRIM TO FIT - Your pool may be uniquely shaped and getting the right fit is as easy as finding a marker and sharp pair of scissors. Have the bubbles facing down to the water and trace a line on the cover showing where you should cut off the additional material. Do so confidently knowing this won’t affect the manufacturer’s warranty---they understand.

Reviews

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Revainrating 2 out of 5

four seams, trap water

yes, it helps with evaporation and retaining heat, but even after adding 20 grommets in total, the seams trap water allowing algae to grow, and places for mosquitos to breed. covers with one seam down the centre have proven to be easier upkeep.

Pros
  • MINIMIZE WATER EVAPORATION - The use of a solar cover helps in preventing up to 95% of pool water evaporation. When not enjoying a refreshing swim, keeping your pool covered lessens the vast amount of water lost into the environment. Fill up your swimming pool less and enjoy it more!
Cons
  • The cover may require frequent adjustments to stay in place

Revainrating 3 out of 5

light weight best in my review

This product is a much lighter gauge plastic than the pool cover it is replacing. I am concerned about its durability. Unfortunately the higher gauge material was only available in gray and I preferred blue. Time will tell if my concerns are warranted.

Pros
  • The cover provides a layer of insulation to your pool, increasing its energy efficiency
Cons
  • The cover may not be easy to install or remove

Revainrating 3 out of 5

That these covers only last 2 years

This is my second sun 2 solar cover. I even upgraded from 1200 to 1600 but the quality of my first one was thicker. That said they do their job to warm up your pool and reduce evaporation. Most of this covers if not all only last 2 years and they start disintegrating.Their warranty does not cover it. So if you are doing it for the above purpose do it and just make a decision that you will have to replace it every 2 years.

Pros
  • The cover can be custom cut to fit irregularly shaped pools as well for a more tailored coverage
Cons
  • The cover may become dirty easily and require frequent cleaning

Revainrating 3 out of 5

This is a 1 to 1-1/2 season product

I bought this and it works well to keep the pool warm. The water would get up to 95 degF and I would take it off so it wouldn't get too warm. The plastic degrades after about 1 year of sun. After the first year I started getting little pieces of plastic breaking off the cover. They were small, like 1/4 the size of a dime. They would accumulate in the pool skimmer net. I kept using the cover and after another 6 months, there were lots of these pieces clogging the skimmer net so I threw it away…

Pros
  • It helps prevent costly equipment repair from debris getting caught in your pool's filters and pumps
Cons
  • The cover may be too thick, making it difficult to fold and store

Revainrating 4 out of 5

My pool is hot: my feedback

I am unable to comment on the durability, but this 16 mil cover is already paying for itself. I purchased the 8 mil cover 2 seasons ago to give the solar cover a try. It warmed up my pool slightly, but only lasted 2 seasons. After 4 days on my pool, the water went from 77 degrees to 89! My wife and kids love the warms water swimming at night! it is much heavier to reel in and pull out, but that is just a sign of the quality. I haven't had to turn on my heater since buying it.

Pros
  • The product is designed to be hassle-free, providing a no-fuss solution for pool care
Cons
  • The cover may not be able to offer the same level of safety as a traditional pool cover

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great quality and value

Excellent quality and value. Purchased a 20x40 and cut to fit. Nice thick mil as described. Super great at keeping the pool warm. Typically our pool in California hikers in the upper 70s to lower 80s in the summer. It’s now pretty steady at 90. No more using our heater and that’s a huge savings and should extend our swim season by 1 month in both spring and fall. Saving hundreds of gallons of water each week as our water Bill is much much lower. Keeps the pool incredibly clean. Also purchased…

Pros
  • It helps prevent debris such as leaves, twigs, and dirt from getting into your pool, reducing the need for cleaning and maintenance
Cons
  • The cover may not protect the pool from animals

Revainrating 3 out of 5

It's too thick and too much water gets on top of the cover

We had to cut this to fit. Not a big deal for us. The weight of the cover causes it to sink a bit, which allows water onto the top of the cover. Unfortunately this will have to heat or evaporate before the cover can heat the pool. It's thicker plastic as well. It's definitely more sturdy than our previous thinner cover, but doesn't keep the pool anywhere near as warm as our thinner one did (really, not sure if it heats it much at all with water on the cover).

Pros
  • The cover is easy to install and remove, making it convenient for pool owners
Cons
  • The cover may look unsightly on the pool

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great cover - my new review

Very well made, heavy duty cover. heavy, strong, big should last a long time! Fit the pool very well after light trimming which was easily done with scissors.

Pros
  • heavy, strong, big should last a long time
Cons
  • The grommets may rust and stain the pool

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Received this product and was a little skeptical. It .

Received this product and was a little skeptical.It does work! Took 2 days but the temperature on my pool changed by 10 degrees.Haven’t had a chance to add the round spools that were provided.

Pros
  • The product is designed to feature excellent quality for long-term satisfaction
Cons
  • The cover may not be able to protect the pool from harsh sun rays

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Won't last for my opinion

Like most others have said, Sun2Solar covers just don't last. These aren't manufacturing flukes, they are just really pool quality. I got lucky and was able to push mine to three pool seasons, which is only about 12 months of actual use. It's stored above my garage the rest of the year. After those three season, it was completely falling apart and I'd be constantly cleaning pieces of plastic out of my skimmer and filter. If I were you, I'd find another brand and steer clear of this one.

Pros
  • The cover is lightweight, making it easy to handle and store
Cons
  • The grommets may be difficult to attach to a pool reel

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Will not last multiple seasons in a chlorinated pool.

This cover lasted 3 seasons for me. The first 2 seasons were good. During the 3rd season, the cover started delaminating and ripping. I read somewhere that chlorine use and the sun can break down the covers but I did not expect it this fast. If you are shopping just on price, this cover will work for a couple of seasons. If you want a long lasting cover, then shop elsewhere.

Pros
  • The cover is a cost-effective way to maintain the water temperature of your pool
Cons
  • The cover may not always be able to be ordered in different sizes

Revainrating 5 out of 5

This cover uses the sun to help warm your swimming pool

This cover is great in helping keep some bugs and debris from getting into your swimming pool. Its a great cover for when the nights are chilly. It uses the suns ray to help warm the pool (not very much but some) and retain some of the warmth of the water

Pros
  • It's an excellent investment that helps protect your pool and equipment
Cons
  • The cover may not work with all pool cleaning equipment

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Don't purchase good for me

I have purchased plenty of these covers.this is no way ml and the bubbles are so tiny and have no air.it is basically a thin piece of plastic.Don't purchase

Pros
  • It's flexible, so it can conform to the shape of your pool without excess stress to the material
Cons
  • The grommets may cause the cover to sag in certain areas

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Product Failure - my new review

Installed the Sun2Solar 1200 Series cover 07/15/2021. The cover is now tearing where the cover was FOLDED for packaging and delivery; right down the middle for the length of the cover. The Sun2Solar cover has been in place for less than one year. Cover is waranted for 6 years but this does not apply to "punctures, rips and tears." Beware!

Pros
  • The Sun2Solar 1600 Series cover is a simple way to help reduce your carbon footprint
Cons
  • The cover may create a safety hazard if left on the pool during use

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Works well and economical

We have a large pool to cover. This cover is good quality but heavy. It takes to of us to get it on and off well. One person can do it but it takes a lot longer and isn’t as smooth. It had our pool up to 82 degrees by Memorial Day weekend in the mid-Atlantic region. We haven’t had to use as much chlorine or refill the pool.

Pros
  • The cover is designed to reduce evaporation, saving you money on water and chemicals
Cons
  • The cover may not always be on hand when needed

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Worth every penny! on my review.

This cover exceeded my expectations! Since last year we have been battling birds, bugs and evaporation and this cover stopped all three of those. It truly keeps the pool temperature about 10 degrees higher than the same time last year without the cover. We don't even have to use the pool heater anymore on the summer days. I also noticed that chemicals stay more constant for weeks now. If this 16 mil one wears out I will buy another immediately. Highly recommend, you will not be disappointed.

Pros
  • The cover provides a peaceful atmosphere by reducing the noise coming from your pool's filters and other equipment
Cons
  • The cover may be prone to bunching up in certain areas

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Had an issue after1 .5 years BUT

Had an issue after a year and a half. Had a hard time reaching out to seller,but then found a phone number and they went above and beyond to help me. And yes under warranty they replaced the cover asapVery good to deal with just had to find a phone number amazon contact did not work for us

Pros
  • With 6 grommets included, this cover is a great option for both in-ground and above-ground pools
Cons
  • The cover may not be durable enough to handle harsh weather conditions

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Only lasts one season

The good: Easy to cut (our pool has stairs at the end so I had to cut to fit). It definitely heats up the pool 5-10 degrees.The Bad: Ours stays on the water year round, and is rolled up with a cover roller when we swim. By nine months, we had to patch for random holes and tears. Now at 1.5 years it is really falling apart. It has become very brittle and the bubbles are disintegrating.

Pros
  • It's resistant to UV rays, so it will not deteriorate or fade over time
Cons
  • The cover may not be breathable enough, causing algae growth