Thermal Pool Cover
Keep Your Heated Pool Warmer for Longer
A thermal pool cover is the ultimate insulator, designed specifically to stop heat loss. Made from durable closed-cell foam, it’s the perfect choice for pools with a heat pump or gas heater.
This ensures the energy you pay for stays locked in the water, slashing your heating costs. Get an instant quote on a custom-made thermal cover with our Pool Cover Wizard.
Superior Insulation & Durability
Our premium thermal pool covers offer maximum heat retention, making them a smart investment for extending your swimming season deep into the cooler months.
They are proudly Australian-made using high-quality, robust materials designed to resist chemical damage and provide years of reliable performance, unlike flimsy imported alternatives.
While providing superior insulation, these covers are still simple to manage daily. Pair your thermal blanket with a durable pool cover roller for truly effortless handling.
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Thermal Pool Cover — Frequently Asked Questions
How much heat does a thermal pool cover retain compared to a standard solar cover?
A thermal pool cover — made from closed-cell foam rather than air-filled bubbles — typically retains noticeably more heat overnight than a standard solar bubble cover. This is most valuable for pools fitted with a heat pump or gas heater, where every degree of overnight heat loss is energy you’ve paid to generate.
For an unheated pool relying on sun gain alone, a standard solar cover is usually a more cost-effective choice.
How fast is delivery for a custom thermal pool cover?
We custom prepare and dispatch new pool cover orders within 2 business days. Transit then depends on your location — typically 1 business day to Brisbane/Gold Coast, 2-3 days to Sydney and Canberra, 3-4 days to Melbourne and Adelaide, and 3-5 days to Perth. You’ll receive a tracking number by email when your order leaves the factory.
Are thermal pool covers safe to walk on?
No — thermal pool covers are insulation covers, not safety covers. While the foam is reasonably firm, the cover floats on the water surface and is not designed to support a person’s weight.
Children and pets must be supervised around any covered pool, and a separate purpose-built safety cover or compliant pool fence remains essential.
What's the lifespan of a thermal pool cover?
A quality Australian-made thermal cover, properly handled and stored off the pool when not needed, typically lasts several years longer than a basic solar cover. Closed-cell foam is more resistant to UV degradation than thin bubble film.
Our higher-density thermal options come with extended warranty periods that reflect this longer expected lifespan. Pairing the cover with a roller (manual or motorised) further extends its life by avoiding the stresses of folding or hand-handling.
- Sizing & Shape to Match Your Pool
- Huge Savings on Pool Shop Prices
- Premium Australian Quality
- Free Delivery - Next Day Dispatch
- Real Warranties - Up to 12 Years
Outstanding Advice & After Sales
Our customer support is second to none – users rave about how we don’t rest until every issue is solved to their satisfaction.
Highest Customer Satisfaction
We currently boast an industry leading client review rating of 4.9 with Google. Clients most appreciate our speed and pre sales advice.
Secure & Safe Online Shopping
Clients receive a unique transaction ID directly from Pay Pal (even if paying by credit card). Don’t receive the goods? Refunds are simple.
Fast Free Aerial Pool Measure Service - We Will Recommend Cover Sizing
Fast Free Aerial Pool Measure Service - We Will Recommend Cover Sizing
Completed in only 2 hours
We can recommend cover sizing and shape, based on high-resolution images (already taken regularly from aircraft).
Over 95% of Australian homes have been imaged. We can measure within an accuracy of 5-10cm.
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- Floating Solar Covers Vs. Tie Down Covers? - Distinct Strengths
| Key Issues for Pool Owners | Floating Solar Covers | Tie-Down Mesh Covers |
|---|---|---|
 Keeping Out Leaves / Debris |
 50-75% |
 100% |
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Time To Remove / Put Back |
2 & 2 minutes |
 5 & 15 minutes |
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Reduces Maintenance Work |
Yes |
Maximum |
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Evaporation Reduction |
98% |
50% |
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Summer Water Temp |
Increases 6-8oC |
Increases 3-4oC |
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Added Safety |
 Marginal |
Considerable |
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Compatible with a roller |
100% |
If required |
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Australian Quality |
? Depends on what and where you buy |
100% |
Fast Aerial Pool Measurement and Quote
We can recommend cover sizing and shape, based on High-Resolution Images (already taken from aircraft).
A fast and free, same day service
A Pool Express Exclusive
We access High-Resolution Aerial Imagery (taken regularly from low level aircraft) – 95% of Australian homes have been imaged.
We can measure your pool within an accuracy of around 5 to 10cm. That is far greater accuracy than could be achieved from “Google Earth views”.
We can then recommend cover sizing – We can even design your cover. Simply provide your details in the form below.
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You will receive our assessment &
suggestions today
Our report will also include discount prices for the highest grades of pool covers on the Australian market
- Submit your details below:
- You will receive our assessment and suggestions today
Our report will also include discount prices for the highest grades of pool covers on the Australian market
Pool Cover Benefits
One Pool Cover - Many Benefits
A cover will offer all pool owners multiple benefits. The durability of our covers means you can enjoy these benefits for years to come.
A summary of the main benefits will include those shown below:
To enjoy those benefits you will need a good and reliable roller in order to deal with the cover on a daily basis. We offer a range of well designed and thoroughly tested roller models to suit various pool sizes and design style preferences.
- A longer and more enjoyable swimming Season
The gain in average water temperature can transform how your pool is used. You can start swimming much earlier in the swimming season (and also much later).
You will also be tempted to use your pool much more often during the regular swimming season.
- Almost total elimination of evaporation water loss
Most Australian pools suffer serious daily water loss from evaporation, especially during summer.
A good cover will almost eliminate evaporative water loss altogether (by around 98%). This not only saves cost, it saves work and stress having to constantly monitor the pool’s water level during dry periods.
- Less work with leaves - You can even use a garden blower
A pool cover can make a dramatic difference to the work of dealing with leaves. A pool cover will keep leaves “above the pool” and out of the water.
If leaves do not just later “blow away” in the next strong wind, you might just “blast these away” occasionally with a garden blower. Not even an option without a cover.
- Reduced chemical and treament expenses
You can expect a cover to eventually pay for itself from savings on other pool costs. Putting a cover on a pool is one-step away from having an indoor pool.
With care, you can certainly reduce filter running times, chlorine dosage and other chemical requirements.
How does a pool actually loose heat?
Your pool will gain significant heating from the effect of sunlight simply striking our pool cover. But further heat gain benefits result from the ability to “retain heat”.
Most pool owners do not realise how much pools can “chill” every day (and especially overnight) by heat lost from evaporation alone.
Worsening the situation – the warmer you pool gets, the greater the evaporation and heat loss. Water temperatures far lower than ideal are the natural result.
Why Quality Matters
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.
- 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.
- 100% Australian Made Product
All imported covers currently available on the market are produced at the lowest possible cost with no regard to long term durability.
