Description
PoolStyle Double Water Tube, Size: 1 ft x 8 ft, Material: 16 Gauge Vinyl, For Use With: In-Ground Pool Winter Cover
Water tubes prevent your winter cover from shifting in harsh weather conditions. This will keep your pool secure in the off season, limiting debris from entering your pool and helping make opening easier! Simply fill them with water and use them as weights around the perimeter of your pool.
Water tubes are an essential component for effectively winterizing your swimming pool, providing a reliable solution for securing winter covers. Designed to be filled with water, these tubes act as weights to hold down the edges and corners of your pool cover, ensuring it remains securely in place throughout the winter months. By preventing the cover from shifting or blowing away in strong winds, water tubes help protect your pool from debris, dirt, and harsh weather conditions, ultimately preserving the cleanliness and integrity of your pool.
The importance of using water tubes cannot be understated, as they play a vital role in maintaining the condition of your pool during the off-season. By keeping the cover taut and in place, water tubes help prevent leaves, twigs, and other debris from entering the pool, reducing the need for extensive cleaning when it's time to reopen. Additionally, they help prevent water from pooling on top of the cover, which can lead to sagging and potential damage. By investing in water tubes, pool owners can enjoy peace of mind knowing that their pool is well-protected and ready for use when warmer weather returns.
When using water tubes, it's important to fill them only 1/2 to 3/4 full, as water expands when it freezes and can rupture the tubes if overfilled. For added protection against freeze damage, consider adding a small amount of non-toxic pool antifreeze. When installing, place the tubes around the perimeter of the pool cover, approximately 18 inches apart. In windy areas, positioning the tubes end to end can provide additional stability. Always use water tubes or winter cover blocks instead of sharp or abrasive items like bricks or cinder blocks, which can cause rips and tears in the cover. For convenience, water tubes can be filled using a standard garden hose, and it's recommended to ensure the filler caps are facing upwards during installation. By following these tips, you can maximize the effectiveness of your water tubes and keep your pool in excellent condition all winter long.
Tips for Choosing and Installing Water Bags
- If your pool cover came equipped with water bag loops around the edge, use single-channel bags. If the cover came without loops, use double-channel bags or winter cover blocks so they don't roll away.
- Place water bags around the perimeter of the pool cover, 18 inches apart. In very windy areas, it may be beneficial to place the bags end to end.
- Only fill water bags 1/2 to 3/4 full. Water will need room to expand when frozen. A small amount of non-toxic pool antifreeze may be added to help guard against freeze damage.
- Never use sharp or abrasive items, such as bricks, cinder blocks, or railroad ties, to weigh down your pool cover. To prevent rips and tears in the cover, always use water bags or winter cover blocks.
- If you experience problems with small animals or birds poking holes in your water bags, consider switching to more sturdy winter cover blocks. Rolling bags into the edge of the cover can also provide an extra layer of protection.
- Before installing your water bags and winter cover blocks, they can be filled using a standard garden hose.
- When installing the bags, ensure the filler caps are facing upwards.