Blue Wave 28-ft Round Above-Ground Pool Winter Cover, Green — Heavy-Duty Solid Polyethylene with Winch & Grommets

Blue Wave Arctic Armor 28-ft Round Above Ground Pool Winter Cover is a heavy-duty, solid polyethylene tarp designed to block debris, reduce evaporation, and protect round 28-foot above-ground pools through the off-season.

Closing your pool for winter shouldn’t mean spending weeks cleaning leaves and algae come spring. This Arctic Armor cover from Blue Wave combines a dense 10x12 scrim woven polyethylene panel with reinforced, heat-sealed seams and a black underside to form a solid barrier against leaves, rain, and snow while limiting sunlight and evaporation. The cover ships complete with rust-resistant aluminum grommets, a vinyl-coated cable and a metal winch for a snug fit; it’s sized specifically for 28-ft round above-ground pools and includes a 4-foot overlap to help resist wind-driven uplift.

How does this cover keep my pool cleaner over winter?

The solid construction prevents debris and most precipitation from entering the pool, and the black underside reduces sunlight exposure that can encourage dirt accumulation. That means less skimming and treatment when you open the pool.

• 10x12 scrim woven polyethylene blocks leaves and sticks.
• Heat-sealed seams create a watertight bond to resist tears.
• Black underside limits sunlight and reduces organic buildup.
• Solid (not mesh) panel reduces evaporation throughout winter.

What hardware and installation steps are included?

Everything needed to secure the cover is in the box: aluminum grommets, vinyl-coated cable and a metal winch. The cable threads through grommets spaced every two feet, then you tighten the winch to draw the cover snug against the pool top rail.

• Rust-resistant aluminum grommets spaced roughly every 2 feet.
• Vinyl-coated cable and metal winch included for a tight fit.
• 4-foot overlap built into sizing for wind resistance.
• Two-person install recommended for a 28-ft round pool.

How durable is the fabric and how should I care for it?

The 10x12 scrim woven polyethylene is a dense, tear-resistant material with reinforced, heat-sealed seams for long-term performance. Treat it as a winter debris cover—not a safety cover—and remove heavy snow from the edge and standing water with appropriate tools.

• Dense scrim resists punctures and rips from branches and ice.
• Heat-sealed seams extend cover life and help prevent leaks.
• Do not walk on the cover or use it to support weight.
• Clear heavy snow with a soft-bristle broom; use a cover pump for standing water.

What warranty and support come with this Blue Wave cover?

Blue Wave backs this cover with a 12-year limited warranty and U.S.-based customer support, reflecting the brand’s decades of pool-industry experience. The warranty provides full coverage in year one and prorated coverage in subsequent years.

• 12-year limited warranty (full year 1, prorated years 2–12).
• U.S.-based customer support from a brand with 35+ years in pools.
• Cover sold specifically for 28-ft round above-ground pools.
• All securing hardware included for a complete installation.

Who is this for? The Blue Wave Arctic Armor 28-ft Round Winter Cover is built for above-ground pool owners who want a straightforward, heavy-duty way to protect a 28-foot round pool from leaves, rain, and snow through the off-season. It’s ideal for homeowners who prefer solid-barrier protection to minimize spring cleanup, those who want included hardware for an immediate install, and anyone seeking a durable cover backed by a long warranty and U.S.-based support. Note: this is a debris/winter cover, not a safety anchor—do not walk on it or use it to bear weight.