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Our Selection of Australian Made Covers

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250 Micron Light Blue
400 Micron Light Blue
500 Micron Light Blue
550 Micron Clarity-Clear
550 Micron Mid Blue
550 Micron Blue Titanium
600 Micron Light Blue
530 Micron Water Pattern

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Cover Design Summary

Price : $230.00
FREE DELIVERY

  • Free Delivery and Dispatch in
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  • What does Micron Grade mean
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  • Don't waste money - Why Quality is important ▶
  • Read about the manufacturer
    Experts ince 1976 ▶

Roller Connection Kits To Suit Most Rollers

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Free and Fast Delivery

Free and Fast Delivery of Your Pool Cover - Nationwide

Covers are quickly custom prepared and promptly dispatched.

Your cover will be rapidly custom prepared

Your cover will be custom prepared according to your size and shape requirements. Of course, we will also prepare the cover according to your micron grade and colour selection.

Dispatch in 2 business days from order

We dispatch using our preferred carriers – Star Track and Toll Ipec (both offering a high standard of service). We choose the specific carrier according to the fastest delivery time to your location.

Online Tracking

You will receive details for online tracking of you delivery by email on the day of dispatch.

What if you are not home for delivery?

This is normally no problem – We provide drivers authority to leave your goods in a safe and sensible place. Around 90% of the time, this simply means your front door. You can also provide more specific directions in the “comments section” when placing an online order.

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What is Micron Grade - The Full Story

Definition of Pool Cover Micron Grade

Micron_comparisson5Micron grade refers to the amount of thermo-plastic material incorporated into a pool cover. A cover with a micron grade that is twice as high will contain double the amount of plastic material per square meter.

Many pool owners prioritize the micron grade when purchasing covers, often without fully comprehending its meaning, significance, and limitations as a measure for pool covers.

What Does Micron Grade Mean for Me? - Years of Durability

Damaged 7Essentially, a higher micron grade allows the cover to endure years of exposure to pool chemicals and sunlight. This is why we provide longer warranties for covers with higher micron grades.

BTW, Are Higher Micron Grades Harder to Handle? No
In practice, all our covers are easy to handle, no matter the micron grade. When the cover floats on the pool surface, its weight is fully supported. Therefore, the average user would not notice any difference in terms of ease of handling.

Does Micron Grade Effect Heating Performance? Yes, to some extent

All our covers provide excellent heating performance, thanks to their design and materials. Higher micron grades do have a modest heating advantage (providing greater heat insulation, especially overnight).

That said, nearly all our clients are suprised by the heating benefits of even our 250 micron cover.

Is Micron Grade the Most Important Durability Factor?

No, Materials Used, Production Quality and Country of Origin is even more important

Micron Grade indicates the amount of ‘plastic’ material present in your cover per square meter. However, it does not provide any information about the quality of the polymer materials used.

Various covers may appear identical, with each claiming to utilize ‘high-quality’ LDPE (low-density polyethylene). However, this designation can be ambiguous, as it does not convey any details about the quality of crucial components such as ‘anti-oxidizing agents,’ ‘UV inhibitors,’ and ‘plasticizers.

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Furthermore, rushed (low-cost) manufacturing processes involving inferior equipment and poor quality control can result in delicate and uneven bubble quality.

Therefore, when considering the durability of a cover over the years, the choice of materials (and consequently the brand) becomes even more significant than the micron grade.Therefore, when considering the durability of a cover over the years, the choice of materials (and consequently the brand) becomes even more significant than the micron grade.

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Can I Compare Micron Grade Between Brands?
Definitely Not

Within a particular brand or range, a higher micron grade will indeed result in a longer lifespan for the cover. However, the design, manufacturing process, and plastic formulation used will have an even greater impact. Materials and manufacturing details can vary significantly between different brands.

This is why our Australian 250 micron grade cover can easily outlast a typical Chinese 500 micron grade cover, which might be available for purchase on platforms like eBay or at Bunnings.

Additionally, it’s important to note that our covers are certified to comply with the requirements of authorities such as the Sydney Water Board and various councils across Australia. Many alternative covers may not meet the criteria set by these authorities.

BTW - Does Colour Affect Heating? - Not Really

Based on our experience, all our covers demonstrate excellent heating results, regardless of their color. The choice of color primarily comes down to personal taste and preference.

Our 550 micron Blue Titanium cover may offer a slight heating advantage, as it is slightly darker than other cover varieties. However, the difference is so minimal that it would be difficult to detect without the use of precise testing equipment.

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Read About The Manufacturer

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Superior Australian Made Quality

Since 1976

We proudly support this Australian manufacturer. Their expertise, standards, and efficiency in relation to their pool products are excellent.

ABGAL Liners & Covers has been manufacturing high-quality plastic solutions for pools since 1976. Their combination of experience and technology makes them Australia’s leader in the field of swimming pool polymer products.

Anyone in the Australian pool industry will likely know that when it comes to pools and anything related to plastics or vinyl, ABGAL stands out as the sole experts.

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Operations & Pool Express Integration

Their ultra-modern operations facility spans an impressive 6,600 square meters in Crestmead, Queensland. They prepare and supply approximately 25,000 custom-made pool covers and liners to pool owners in every Australian state.

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Pool Express is the largest single outlet for this brand of product in Australia, and our systems are tightly integrated with their production facility. Orders are rapidly dispatched daily to every corner of Australia.

As a truly national product provider, ABGAL has a presence in every Australian state, in addition to many pool shop retailers.

If you prefer not to purchase online from Pool Express, we highly recommend inquiring about this brand of product at your local pool shop.

Production and customer delivery arrangements are currently being established in Auckland for the New Zealand pool market.

Quality & Commitment to Excellence

In their 5th decade, ABGAL has gained extensive experience working with end-users, gaining insights into how their products perform in real-world Australian conditions.
Their latest products incorporate all this knowledge and currently offer the best formulations available on the Australian pool market.

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Product Design & Technology

This company boasts on-staff experts in both materials and 3D design, providing a significant advantage in terms of product design and innovation. This level of technical expertise is rare or otherwise absent in our industry.

Warranty Support

Should the need arise, a dedicated team will be available to support you regarding warranty matters in the coming years.

If there is an issue in the future, simply contact Pool Express and provide a few images. We will then handle the rest of the proc

What Does the ABGAL Name Mean?

Still a family-owned company today, ABGAL was founded in 1976 by Alan & Bev Long. The name ‘ABGAL’ simply represents the first letter of the original founding family members: Alan, Bev, Gary, Amanda, Long.

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Why Cover Quality Matters - Don't waste money

Dont Waste Work & Money

  • Wasted, Early, and Repeated Expenses

Experienced pool owners agree: Investing in a high-quality pool cover is a smart decision.

  • While cheaper options may need replacement every 18-36 months, superior covers can last nearly a decade. This longevity not only saves money in the long run but also spares pool owners the frequent hassle of purchasing and installing new covers.
  • While cheaper options may need replacement every 18-36 months, superior covers can last nearly a decade. 
  • This longevity not only saves money in the long run but also spares pool owners the frequent hassle of purchasing and installing new covers.

Cover Quality - How Other Covers Fail Early:

  • Poor Quality Ingredients - Covers Damaged Quickly by UV and Pool Chemicals
  • Poor Quality Ingredients - Covers Damaged by UV and Pool Chemicals

While various pool covers may appear similar, such as “blue plastic bubbles,” they can be made from substantially different ingredients. This significantly impacts the cover’s performance and durability.

Our covers utilize an optimal combination of anti-oxidants (to resist damage from pool chemicals) and UV inhibitors (for years of protection in outdoor sunlight).

  • Poor Design From the Start

Each brand of pool covers has its own distinctive bubble profile, which plays a crucial role in determining its lifespan.

Our bubble design is optimized for performance and maximum durability, a level of detail often overlooked by other manufacturers.

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  • installation-symbol-6 Rapid, Poor Quality Manufacture

To save costs, inferior covers often employ overly rapid manufacturing techniques and pay little attention to quality control. This compromise typically leads to lower cover quality and durability.

The material formulation of our covers, particularly the anti-oxidants, results in a high-quality and consistent product after the high-temperature molding and formation process.

  • Australian Covers Universally Better than Imports

Based on our experience, all Australian-made pool covers are significantly more reliable than imported covers, which are primarily sourced from China and available online through forums such as eBay, Temu and Catch.

Of course, there is nothing inherently wrong with products made in China. However, when it comes to pool covers, these products are manufactured at the lowest possible expense, resulting in severely compromised quality. Such covers should be treated as “semi-disposable,” requiring frequent replacement, accompanied by substantial work and mess each time.

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Installing a Pool Cover and Roller

First time cover installation? - Maybe easier than you think

We sell thousands of these items to normal Australian pool owners each year. Around 99% of those buyers self install their covers (and rollers). 

This is a straight forward job and it is worth taking your time to achieve an excellent result. If you are purchasing one of our higher grade covers, this maybe a job you may not repeat for another decade. 

This can save you hundreds of dollars installation costs compared to a local technician who might spend around 60 minutes on site.  They will certainly also  charge more for the cover (and roller).

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Trimming a Kidney

Installation is especially easy for rectangular a modern geometric pool shapes. 

If necessary, trimming the cover is performed very simply (using a sharp pair of scissors).  That applies to whether you are trimming 100mm on one side of the cover, or possibly more extensive shaping for “kidney” and complex pool designs.

Useful Tip – If you are replacing a cover that has a complex shape, consider using the old cover as a template. Lay the old cover over the new (maybe on the lawn) – Then follow the new cover with sharp scissors, using the old cover as a shape guide.

Replacing an Existing Cover - What about Connecting to the Roller?

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If you order a pool cover on its own, we will automatically include a set of hardware to assist in connecting it to your existing roller. By default, we provide 10 connection sets, which are included at no extra charge—other dealers typically charge an additional $40.00 for this.

You can choose between “eyelets and cords” or “adjustable black straps” for your connection system. These two options account for 95% of cover-to-roller connections used in Australia. Typically, you would select the type most similar to whatever currently connects your cover to the existing roller.

Buying a new roller with your cover?
The connection type selection doesn’t matter in this case, as the roller will automatically come with the adjustable straps system.

How should the cover finish at the walls (edges)?

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Around 60% of our clients expect their cover to curl up the pool wall slightly at the cover edges.  That is the main reason we deliver the cover a little larger than your water dimensions. It ensures our clients have that “up curl” option. 

The main reason many prefer this “up-curl” – it can definitely help prevent leaves and debris from getting “around the cover edges” and into the pool. 

Other clients prefer a “straight cut” finish. Some pool owners believe this looks a little more tidy – especially on modern geometric pool shapes. 

If I need to trim my cover, what is involved?

Trimming is sometimes necessary for a pool owner to achieve the final cover fit they prefer. Trimming is unavoidable with “kidney” pool shapes.

As tough and durable as these covers are, they are very simple to trim using a good pair of scissors – the sharper the better.  In fact, you can virtually “slice” the cover without much “scissor snipping”. Straight sections are particularly easy to trim if you simply follow the “bubble grid lines”.

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How do I deal with side steps and wide areas?

This is a very common situation – thousands of our clients deal with such situations on a daily basis. 

This is often required when you have an (extra) “side step” at the shallow end of the pool, but plan to install the roller at the narrower deep end. 

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This situation is solved by simply “folding-over” the side section onto the main pool area before the cover is collected onto the roller. This process hardly adds much work or time and will never cause an issue or damage to the cover. 

This arrangement is also very common with “kidney pools” and “free-form” shapes – Where the cover needs to slide down past a narrow middle-point in order to reach the roller.

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Joanna Orr
Joanna Orr
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11 Sep, 24 - Reservoir, VIC
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"Pool Express have the best service, price and quality products. They measured my pool by satillite. I was way off and would have purchased the wrong size otherwise. Many Thanks :) Shipped very quickly also! Highly recommend "
Michelle Lee
Michelle Lee
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5 Sep, 24 - Windaroo, QLD
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After doing research on other pool sites, I noticed that pool express couldn't be beaten not only on price but service and delivery. Fast delivery, top communication with quality products. Well done 😆
Deen Yansaneh
Deen Yansaneh
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1 Sep, 24 - Malaga, WA
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We purchased a new pool cover and are very happy with the price and qualiy. Installation wasn't too difficult for us and we got the job done. Excellent customer service. I highly recommend Pool Express
Philip Holden
Philip Holden
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28 Aug, 24 - Camp Hill, QLD
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So great, so easy and so reliable service JUST OVER THE PHONE! Highly recommended!! Many many thanks Sarah for your expert and patience in helping us choosing the right pool cover! 👍🏆
Amanda Aldridge
Amanda Aldridge
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22 Aug, 24 - Strathmore, VIC
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"Quick delivery and easy to set up. The roller works really well and needs less effort to use than I expected. Looking forward to next summer. Highly reccomend. thanks"
Lauren Ewen
Lauren Ewen
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15 Aug, 24 - Ocean Reef, WA
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No hesitation to recommend. Delivery was prompt. Product arrived as described. Sarah was helpful in double checking pool cover size using a satellite perspective. Price was more competitive.
Ian Stephens
Ian Stephens
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9 Aug, 24 - Caringbah, NSW
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Good service. Very helpful and punctual staff. We had lots of questions and and Kristie patiently answered everthing. Made the purchase much less stressful. Highly recommend. 🏆
Bob Spratt
Bob Spratt
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1 Aug, 24 - Rostrevor, SA
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Very helpful staff, gave good advice on options, price was competitive and delivery was on day quoted. They measured my pool from the air and got the sizing just right. Great job!
Melinda Asbury
Melinda Asbury
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22 Jul, 24 - Stoneyfell, SA
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Very happy with the pool cover ordered from Pool Express. It arrived quickly, was great quality and service was excellent. Thanks guys at Pool Express. Would Highly recommend. 🙂🙂
Tristram Prinsloo
Tristram Prinsloo
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8 Jul, 24 - Belmont, QLD
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We are really happy with our indoor pool cover and the service from Pool Express. It has dramatically reduced evaporation and condensation. It has also helped retain the heat reduced our heating bill. Strongly recommended
Dek Hooper
Dek Hooper
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1 Jul, 24 - Butler, WA
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Great Product, fantastic price with an even better 10 year warranty! Seems high quality and I can relax knowing I don't have to get another one for 10 years now.Highly recommend!
Alexius Stocks
Alexius Stocks
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27 Jun, 24 - Perth, WA
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"Great Quality Pool Liner. And they were $350 cheaper than our local supplier. Fantastic Customer service, highly recommend! Thank you again :) 😆"
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Assembling your roller and connecting to the cover
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Special Notes - Trimming a cover for a kidney shape
  • Cover Comparisons - All Perform Well - Lifespan is The Main Difference
Micron Grade / Colour Pro Rata
Warranty 		Heating
Performance 		Evaporation
Reduction 		Years of
Durability

250 Light Blue

 		3 Years

400 Light Blue

 		5 Years

500 Light Blue

 		8 Years

530 Water Pattern

 		8 Years

550 Blue Clarity-Clear

 		10 Years