What does an air pillow do for a pool?

The Purpose of a Pool Air Pillow When rain, snow, and ice accumulate, and pressure builds on the cover, the ice will expand inward toward the pillow. Without the pool pillow, ice will expand outward putting pressure on your pool walls and causing potential damage to your cover, liner, and pool walls.

Regarding this, how many air pillows do I need for my pool?

We suggest using the 4 x 4 Air Pillow on pools up to 24' round. Use the 4 x 8 Air Pillow on pools 28' round and up and on small oval pools. Use the 4 x 15 Air Pillow on Large (15 x 30 and larger) Oval aboveground pools.

Additionally, does an above ground pool freeze solid? Aboveground Wall Collapse: If a pool begins to leak water, while the winter pool cover is frozen solid into the ice sheet – either the cover will rip, or the pool walls will collapse inward. Water expands about 9% when it freezes, so use enough Air Pillows to cover about 10% of the pool surface area.

In this regard, how do you use an air pillow for a pool?

Using Your Air Pillow You should inflate the air pillow to about 60% of its capacity to allow for compression. You should also place two strips of duct tape over the air valve to ensure the pillow doesn't deflate over the winter. The air pillow will be more effective if it remains in the center of the pool.

How low should water be when closing pool?

Lower the water level in the pool approximately 3 to 6 inches below the bottom of the Skimmer. If you have a main drain, just shut off the valve(s) for the skimmer(s) and run the filter on backwash or waste.

Should pool cover touch water?

Maintain the proper water level in the pool. At the same time, ideally you don't want the water to touch the underside of the cover under general conditions as that contact will create a wet spot where debris will accumulate.

Do I really need a pool pillow?

We strongly recommend using an air pillow under your winter cover. The first reason to install a winter cover air pillow is to protect your pool from expanding ice. Instead, the weight of the water is evenly distributed around air pillow. This weight distribution can prevent the cover from sinking or tearing.

Do you need a pillow for above ground pool?

Many pool owners, especially those who have above ground pools and live in climates that get below freezing, have to use a pool pillow under their winter covers when they close them for the season. Those are some excellent benefits and not the purpose of pool air pillows.

How many air pillows do I need?

How Many Air Pillows Do I Need?

Pool Size	Suggested Air Pillow Size
12' x 20' Oval 12' x 21' Oval	4' X 8'
12' X 24' Oval 12' X 27' Oval 14' X 20' Oval 15' X 23' Oval 15' X 24' Oval 15' X 26' Oval	4' X 8'
15' X 30' Oval 16' X 26' Oval 16' X 32' Oval	4' X 8'
18' X 33' Oval	4' x 15'

What's in a pool closing kit?

Winter Pool Chemical Kit Use Instructions:

• Before Closing the Pool, remove all debris.
• Kill any algae, brush and vacuum from pool.
• Adjust pH to 7.2-7.4, and chlorine level to 2-3ppm.
• Add Winter Pool Stain Preventer; follow label instructions.
• Add Winter Pool Algaecide; follow label instructions.

What size pool pillow should I use?

Most pool pillows available are roughly 4 feet by 5 feet which is adequate for the majority of pools, round or oval. If for some reason you plan to use a tubular pool pillow, which are usually about 4 feet by 8 feet or 4 feet by 15 feet, we would recommend using two Pool Pillow Pal's spaced.

Do I need a pool cover for the winter?

No, but winter covers protect your pool from stains, algae growth and poor water balance that could damage pool surfaces. It is recommended to use a winter cover, and 99% of pool owners who have their pool winterized do cover the pool for winter.

What chemicals do you put in pool for winter?

Chlorine levels need to be at 1-3ppm (parts per million) in your pool for the cold winter months. Most pool supply stores recommend using a Chlorine or Non-Chlorine Shock treatment before you close the pool to balance the water and make sure that it's ready to sit all winter.

What is an ice compensator float?

Ice equalizers, ice compensators or pool pillows are large air-filled bags that float on the surface of your swimming pool during the winter. They come in a variety of sizes and shapes.

How do you get balloons to stay in pool?

As an alternative to water balloons, try water-absorbent balls. These sponge-like balls absorb almost as much water as a balloon can hold. If you'd rather not put the balloons in the pool, you can place them in a colorful plastic tub instead. Set the tub next to the refreshment table or another easily accessible spot.

How do you use a winch on a pool cover?

For covers with a winch: Insert one cable end through the hole at one end of the winch and into the center spindle. Turn the spindle a few times to secure the cable. Insert the other cable end through the other hole in the winch and pull the cable through the spindle as far as it will go.

When can you close a pool in Indiana?

The industry standard is to “open your pool early and close your pool late”. While that's the standard, it holds a lot of merit. It is best to close your pool when the temperature of the water is consistently below 60 degrees.