Question About Pool Cover

by Rich
(Mahopac,NY 10541)

I just installed an 18' x 33' above ground pool and put a Trex deck around the entire pool right up to the railing(not over it).

Some people are telling me I need to screw anchors into my deck and use a cover set up identical to an in ground pool.

Others tell me to use water bags? What do you suggest? What is the difference in price? The quality of water for next summer?

Thanks, Rich


Hi Rich. I think either method, bags or anchors, would work out fine for you. Anchors are probably more secure, and less expensive, but would involve more work, and you would have the anchors to look at all summer.

As far as the covers go, you will probably want one meant for an in ground pool so that it would lay flat on the deck and be easier to secure. Pay a little more for the cover and it last longer with fewer problems.



This is a pretty simple idea that seems to work pretty well, maybe you could adapt something like this.