Gorilla Mesh Safety Pool Covers by Freetime Fun

Yes. ASTM F1346-91 certified mesh safety covers, such as the Gorilla Mesh cover by Freetime Fun, are engineered to support a minimum static weight of 485 pounds per 5 square feet. This high load capacity easily supports the weight of adults, children, pets, or heavy snow accumulation during emergency situations only. It is NOT recommended for walking on top of the cover in any normal situation as this will force the cover to move across the edge of the pool and decrease its lifespan.

Yes. The dense 95% shade weave of Gorilla Mesh blocks the vast majority of sunlight required for photosynthesis, drastically slowing down algae growth during warmer spring months just prior to cover removal.

Yes, rainwater and melting snow pass directly through the fabric into the pool. The micro-mesh weave acts as a fine strainer, keeping leaves, twigs, and debris out of the water while allowing liquid to drain freely and prevent water pooling on top eliminating the need for a cover pump. Because these covers shed the weight of water and snow faster than a solid cover, it reduces fabric stress and tend to last longer.

With proper care, UV-inhibited threading, and coping wear guards, Gorilla Mesh covers typically last between 15 and 20 years. Freetime Fun backs this durability with a comprehensive 16-Year Full Non-Prorated Warranty which is arguably the best in the industry..

Inground safety pool covers require a minimum 1-foot (12-inch) overlap around the entire perimeter of the pool waterline. For example, a 16ft x 32ft rectangular pool requires an 18ft x 34ft safety cover to ensure proper anchor placement and tension on the surrounding concrete deck. The anchor straps and anchors will extend out further and the anchor will be installed 24-30 inches from the edge of the pool.

The primary difference lies in water management and weight. Mesh safety covers allow rain and melted snow to filter through into the pool, eliminating standing surface water without requiring a cover pump. Solid pool covers block 100% of light and water but accumulate heavy surface puddles that must be pumped off continuously unless a drain panel is present. Gorilla Mesh provides 95% UV light protection to control algae while retaining the drainage ease of mesh. Mesh covers are generally about 30% lighter than solid covers and that makes it easier to put on or take off the pool.