7 Pool Covers You Can Walk On

Pool covers are always made out to be flimsy things. In the past, that was just the way things were. Today, things are a bit different. Your pool cover can turn a pool into a fully covered sidewalk…if you get the right type. While they are not quite common, you can now buy pool covers you can walk on. The question is, which ones are the best walkable pool covers on the market?

All top-rated safety pool covers have a tension system and a break strength of at least 4000 pounds. Some of the best safety pool covers include:

In many circles, pool covers you can walk on are known as “safety pool covers.” I can agree with that sentiment. The reason why people choose to get pool covers that are walkable is simple. The primary reason is safety.

People and animals have a tendency to fall into in-ground pools. When you have a cover you can’t walk on, the pool cover becomes an added threat to people simply because the cover can actually pull down over people. A walkable cover allows people to get up and walk right over the pool back to safety.

Of course, having a pool cover that is capable of withstanding a person’s weight also means that you can rely on it to keep debris and other stuff out. This is true, even if you have a snowstorm that put a foot of snow on the ground. Since that durability is in high demand, most people want to have a pool cover like this in their home.

Blue Wave makes an amazing safety pool cover, especially if you have an in-ground pool. This pool cover system is ideal for in-ground pools and comes with all the hooks and tacks you need to be able to walk across safely. It comes with stainless steel backing as well as reinforced mesh strips.

Its break strength is over 4,000 pounds. So, as long as you install it well, you absolutely can walk all over it. Oh, and if that doesn’t impress you, then its warranty will. The Blue Wave option has a very respectable 18-year warranty. It comes in a wide range of different sizes, which makes it awesome.

So, this is a safety pool cover that’s specifically made to keep kids and pets from drowning. As with most others of its kind, this is meant for in-ground pools on concrete patios and decks. This in-ground pool has all the makings of a great pool over. It has rainwater permeability, an amazing tension system, as well as an insulation function that can help prevent water evaporation.

This is the type of pool cover that you use when you want to lock your pool water in, and also avoid having pets get stuck in the pool. The one thing that we have to point out is that the Happybuy pool cover series does not come with a warranty. Even so, it’s versatile enough to warrant a look.

WaterWarden is one of the more popular pool supply brands in America, and rightfully so. They have a sterling reputation for quality. This particular series for in-ground pool overs offers a break strength of over 4,000 pounds and also happens to come with two-ply strapping that’s triple-stitched for added protection.

WaterWarden’s pool covers also come with an aesthetic perk. You can grab them in a nice variety of colors, so if you have a particular shade in mind, you’ll be able to get it. It also comes with gear and instructions for a quick and easy install.

Lite Strong is a smaller brand as far as safety pool covers go, but it still offers up a great amount of protection for your pool. Like other top-rated choices, this has a break strength of 4,000 pounds and also has multi-stitched, two-ply parts to ensure that you will be able to keep using it for years to come.

Of course, the tensile strength alone is not enough to make it on our list. Another reason why you will love this particular safety pool cover deals with its easy installation. It has a safety weigh rating of 100 kilograms, so it’s going to be able to hold most people without too much of an issue.

Made with the same Lite Strong technology as the one above, this specialty pool cover has a lot of the features people want to see in a “walkable” pool cover. Excellent stitching, a massive size, and a two-ply cover means that you can expect to use this for long-term protection. It happens to be rated for winter pool protection, too.

This pool over is one of the only ones on the list to NOT be rectangular in shape. If your pool has a little extra “entryway” area, then this is the one that you should pick. Impressed? So are we. This also comes with a pro-rated warranty for added peace of mind.

In the Swim has been around for several decades, and since then, this brand gained a loyal following. Why? Because they make some of the best pool covers in the industry. This particular one has a break rating of 4,000 pounds, is UV-protective, mold-resistant, mildew-resistant, and also can hold its own against chlorine.

This cover can work with a wide range of different pool weights and is made with Meycolite plastic. That’s one of the toughest picks on the market. In fact, there have been cases where cars have driven ON TOP of this pool cover without sinking. That alone makes it worth considering in our books.

Topping off our Super Seven pool cover list is a pick from LinerWorld. This particular safety swimming pool cover comes with an additional optional entryway area and a two-foot concrete overlap. The entire kit comes with a high safety rating and a fully-equipped installation kit complete with instructions. So, installing it can be a DIY project if you want it to be.

What we love about LinerWorld’s option is that each pool cover is tested several times before it’s sold. In other words, the chances of getting a defective cover are slim. Knowing that they stand behind their pool covers is a huge perk, especially when you rely on them to keep pests and debris out. Winter will be a breeze.

Related Questions

Which is better, a mesh or a solid safety pool cover?

Mesh pool covers are basically a giant strainer that can hold your weight. A solid safety pool cover can do that too, but it won’t have the aeration. Most people prefer to get solid safety pool covers simply because you don’t have to worry about your pool water evaporating. Many people also tend to find them to be the sturdier option between the two.

Do mesh safety pool covers block out light?

For the most part, the answer to this is yes. They will block out a fair amount of UV radiation. Most will block out at least 90 percent of light. Some will block out even more. To find out if your pool cover can block out light, check the UV light blocking rating on the box.

Can a safety pool cover lower homeowners’ insurance rates?

It depends on the insurer and the specific pool cover, but the answer is yes. Certain homeowners’ insurance companies will give you a slight discount for having a safety pool cover added to your home’s pool system. With that said, you should probably ask your insurer if this is going to be a potential discount for you. Every penny counts, you know.