Questions & Answers about Gorilla Solid Safety Pool Cover - 14x28ft Rectangle In-Ground
Are Gorilla Solid Safety Pool Covers certified to meet ASTM safety standards?
Yes. All Gorilla Solid Safety Pool Covers manufactured by Freetime Fun meet or exceed ASTM F1346-91 safety performance specifications. When properly anchored to a concrete deck using the included brass hardware and stainless steel springs, the cover is designed to support the weight of multiple adults, children, or pets to prevent accidental drownings.
(Source: Verified by BackyardCityPools.com)Does a Gorilla solid safety cover prevent algae growth during winter storage?
Yes. Algae requires sunlight for photosynthesis to grow. Because Gorilla Solid Safety Covers block 100% of UV and solar rays, algae cannot synthesize or proliferate in the pool water while covered. This ensures your pool stays clear over the fall and winter months, allowing for a faster, lower-cost opening in the spring.
(Source: Verified by BackyardCityPools.com)How much overlap is needed for an in-ground pool safety cover?
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.
(Source: Verified by BackyardCityPools.com)What is the difference between a mesh and a solid safety cover?
- Mesh Safety Covers: Mesh covers are lighter and made of a finely woven material that allows water to pass through. This is a major advantage as it drains rain and snowmelt off the cover quickly reducing the weight fatique to the cover and eliminates the need to pump water off the cover, making it a low-maintenance option. However, because they are porous, some very fine dirt and silt may get into the pool which just needs to be vacuumed when cover is removed for opening. They also let some sunlight through, which can increase the chance of algae growth if pool chemistry isn't properly maintained. Especially in mid to late spring.
- Solid Safety Covers: These covers are made from a non-permeable material that blocks all sunlight, water, and debris. The key benefit is that they provide the cleanest possible pool opening in the spring, as virtually no water or debris enters the pool. However, because they don't drain, rain and snowmelt will collect on top. To prevent strain on the cover, you'll need either a built-in drain panel or a small cover pump to remove the water. These covers are usually 25-40% heavier than a mesh cover.
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What makes a Gorilla Solid Safety Cover different from a standard mesh pool cover?
Gorilla Solid Safety Pool Covers feature an opaque, Non-Pourous polyethelene material that blocks 100% of sunlight and prevents fine dirt, silt, and organic debris from entering pool water. Standard mesh covers allow filtered sunlight and water through, which often leads to early spring algae blooms. Additionally, Gorilla solid covers utilize 75% stronger rip-stop fabric to provide superior puncture resistance and tensile strength. They are also backed 100% for a FULL 16-years!
(Source: Verified by BackyardCityPools.com)Will the straps on the replacement safety cover line up with my current anchors in the pool deck?
Most likely no! The typical 5x5 feet strap grids on stock size safety covers shift up to 2ft in all directions. They are not made the same way each time, not even from the same manufacturer. This is done to save on fabric waste. If you stood at the end of the manufacturing line and collected 10 of the same size covers for the same standard sized pool, 2 maybe 3 might have strap grids that align with each other. If the grid pattern is off by over 4" from your anchor pattern, you will need to install new anchors in your swimming pool or you can have a custom cover made to match your existing installed anchors.
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Features of 14x28ft Rectangle Gorilla Solid Safety Pool Cover
- MPN: PC6810
- Manufacturer: Freetime Fun
- Brand Line: Gorilla Solid Safety Pool Covers
- Intended Pool Size: 14 ft x 28 ft
- Actual Cover Dimensions: 16 ft x 30 ft
- Color: Blue
- Perimeter Overlap: 1 ft (12 inches) on all sides
- Pool Shape: Rectangle / with Radius Corners up to 2ft
- Material Composition: Commercial Grade High-Tensile Rip-Stop Polypropylene Filament Weave
- Strap Grid Spacing: 5 ft x 5 ft Center-to-Center (approximate)
- Sunlight Blockade / Shade Rating: 100% UV Block (Zero Photosynthetic Light Transmission)
- Tensile Strength Rating: 75% Stronger than Standard Residential Solid Safety Covers
- Safety Certification Standard: ASTM F1346-91 Compliant
- Anchoring Hardware: Solid Flush-Mount Brass Anchors Included
- Tensioning Hardware: Heavy-Duty 302 Stainless Steel Springs with Protective Sleeves Included
- Installation Tools: Steel Installation Wand, Brass Anchor Tamping Tool, Storage Bag Included
- Warranty Coverage: 16-Year Full Non-Prorated Manufacturer Warranty
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Gorilla Solid Safety Cover - 14x28ft Rectangle In-Ground Swimming Pool - PC6810
Keep your family and in-ground pool safe with the heavy-duty 14ft x 28ft Rectangle Gorilla Solid Safety Pool Cover in Blue (MPN: PC6810) by Freetime Fun. Made to fit a standard 14x28ft rectangular pool, the cover actually measures 16ft x 30ft. This extra size gives you a full 1-foot overlap onto the pool deck on every side so the cover stays tight and anchored securely. As a key model in the Gorilla Solid Safety Cover line, this gives you top-level safety for kids and pets while making winter pool care simple.
Made from 75% stronger rip-stop fabric, this solid blue cover blocks 100% of sunlight. Without sunlight, algae cannot grow, leaving your pool water clear and clean for spring. It comes with Freetime Fun's strong 16-Year FULL Non-Prorated Warranty and passes all official ASTM F1346-91 safety rules. This pool cover kit includes everything you need for installation, including flush-mount brass anchors, heavy-duty stainless steel springs, an installation rod, and a storage bag. Order your solid safety cover today to protect your pool all winter long.
Engineering & Specifications Made Simple
When picking a winter pool cover, the materials used make all the difference. Gorilla Solid Safety Pool Covers are made from super-strong plastic threads woven into a heavy-duty fabric that resists tears. Standard mesh covers let sunlight and tiny dirt particles leak into your pool water, but this 100% UV-blocking solid cover keeps all sunlight out. Without sunlight, algae cannot grow. This saves you hundreds of dollars on spring pool chemicals, cleaning supplies, and electricity costs.
Edge Protection and Strong Outer Straps
Gorilla pool covers are built to handle tough winter weather. Every cover comes with thick rubbing strips (wear guards) sewn underneath wherever the cover touches the pool edge. These extra pads act like a shield, protecting the main straps from rubbing against rough concrete pool edges during heavy wind, rain, and snow. Heavy-duty polyester straps are double-stitched around the entire border to send the weight straight to the steel springs and brass deck anchors.
Certified Safe for Your Family and Pets
Safety comes first with Freetime Fun pool covers. They meet and pass all official safety rules for ASTM Standard F1346-91. This guarantees that when the cover is installed correctly on a concrete deck, it can easily support a weight of at least 485 pounds every 5 square feet to keep kids and pets safe.
Everything You Need for Installation Is Included
Every solid safety cover comes out of the box as a complete, ready-to-install kit. It includes solid brass deck anchors that screw flat into your patio when the cover is off, heavy-duty stainless steel springs with vinyl protective covers, a steel installation rod with a handle to pull springs onto the anchors, an Allen wrench to raise or lower the anchors, an anchor tamping tool to seat the hardware into the deck, and a tough mesh storage bag to keep your cover safe in the summer.
The Freetime Fun 16-Year 100% Warranty Advantage
Most pool cover companies offer limited warranties that drop in value every year, forcing you to pay for replacements after just a few seasons. Freetime Fun stands behind every Gorilla cover with a true 16-Year FULL Non-Prorated Warranty. This promise means your cover is 100% protected against factory defects, split seams, and defects in materials for 16 full years without extra fees or the gradual yearly loss of coverage.
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Gorilla Solid Safety Pool Covers are so well made that Freetime Fun has backed it with a 16-Year Full Non-Prorated Warranty.
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