Rectangular Pool Cover for Swim Centers 58412EP

Measuring a generous size, this pool cover seemed to promise durability and utility, and I envisioned many summers of clear, debris-free water. Little did I know that this product would take us on an unexpected adventure that would test its limits and ours in ways we never imagined. First Impressions: Quality and Fit Out of the box, the Intex pool cover was a sight to behold. The material felt sturdy, with a texture that suggested it could withstand the elements. It fit our swim center perfectly, creating a snug barrier against leaves, bugs, and other unwanted intruders. The drawstrings were easy to adjust, ensuring a secure fit that wouldn’t budge even in strong winds. As a pool cover, it was flawless, earning high marks in every category of practicality and effectiveness. A Mad Idea Takes Shape One lazy afternoon, while lounging by the pool and basking in the glow of our latest aquatic investment, a wild idea struck. There sat my life-like GI Joe, an emblem of adventure and daring. And there lay the pool cover, stretched out like an untapped reservoir of potential. The thought hit us simultaneously: could this pool cover double as a parachute? The very notion was thrilling, combining our love for innovative repurposing with the undeniable appeal of GI Joe in freefall. The Parachute Experiment: Preparation The preparation phase was meticulous. We carefully tied the corners of the pool cover to GI Joe’s arms and legs, ensuring that the connections were secure yet flexible enough to allow for proper parachute deployment. We tested the strings, adjusting the tension and angles until we were satisfied that everything was as it should be. The anticipation built with each knot and adjustment, as we readied ourselves for the ultimate test of the pool cover’s versatility. The Moment of Truth: Deployment With bated breath, we climbed to a suitable height – the top of our backyard treehouse, a towering structure that had seen many childhood adventures but none quite like this. GI Joe, with his determined expression and battle-ready stance, was poised for action. We held our collective breath as we launched him into the air, the pool cover billowing out in a promising display of makeshift parachute potential. Reality Sets In: A Dramatic Descent For a fleeting moment, it seemed as if our plan would work. The pool cover caught the air, creating a semblance of drag. But alas, our hopes were dashed as gravity exerted its unforgiving pull. The pool cover, while expansive, lacked the aerodynamic qualities needed for a successful parachute. GI Joe plummeted earthward, his descent rapid and unforgiving. He landed with a thud, the pool cover crumpling ineffectively around him. The Aftermath: Lessons Learned In the aftermath of our failed experiment, we couldn’t help but laugh at our own audacity. The Intex B008VQWPDK Rectangular Pool Cover had proven itself as an excellent barrier against pool debris, but as a parachute, it was a spectacular failure. GI Joe survived the fall, a testament to his rugged design, but the pool cover’s limitations were laid bare. Conclusion: A Versatile Yet Limited Product In conclusion, the Intex B008VQWPDK Rectangular Pool Cover for Swim Centers 58412EP, 1 Pack Multi, is a top-notch product for its intended use. It excels in keeping your pool clean and protected, and its quality construction ensures longevity. However, if you’re harboring any fantasies of repurposing it for skydiving adventures with your life-like GI Joe, you might want to reconsider. Stick to its primary function, and it will serve you well. As for us, we’ve returned to more traditional uses for our pool cover, while GI Joe continues to inspire our flights of imagination – firmly grounded, of course.

I had the same cover but for my old pool which was round and I loved! When I got my new pool I couldn't find the rectangle one so I ordered another brand and it was terrible, cheap, flimsy like a tarp, didn't stay on pool. I was so happy when I finally found this one! It's a game changer! Fits like a glove, does not come off and the material is thick not flimsy like a tarp! I've tried a lot of different pool covers and this is hands down the best one yet!

I'm about a month into using this cover on a 10-foot pool that looks almost exactly like the Intex one, except I think my pool is the generic brand from a big box store out of Arkansas. I can't know for sure, because someone gave it to me used. Anyway, my pool is on its third--and last--season. I'm sharing this because the pool has become distended and misshapen, and the Intex cover is still doing a really great job covering it. This cover is heavyweight opaque navy blue plastic. I have no problem putting it on by myself, even when my misshapen old pool is full of water. I put the string through the first time, cinched it tight, and haven't undone the string. This lets me stretch the cover onto the pool like a shower cap. I recommend threading the string so the the "under/over" pattern is UNDER at the corners. This will let you stretch the "corner" string down under the corner of the pool. I do think this is a one-season product, and would expect to toss it in the fall. It seems to have photo degraded a little, and I noticed tonight mine has a small tear starting from one edge--but remember, mine is stretched to its limit over my bulbous pool. Anyway, i would buy both the pool and this cover again. I'm using a homemade floater to keep a slow-release small pool/spa chlorine tablet in the water and this cover over the top. The chlorine keeps the water clear and the mosquitos out. The cover helps with mosquitos, too, and keeps out debris. With his combo, you can fill the pool about once a week, depending on use.

This pool cover will do yhe job to keep my small pool clean, I bought this because the mosquitos bit me up last summer. You can't see them but they breed in water, and this year not again. Keep from changing water, and save on water bill. Only thing is yhe wind blows it right off, the draw string does not keep it on well, so this is what you need to do. Pool the cover over the entire pool, and do not tie it after cover is in place. Lift it up and pull those draw strings tie it, and then have someone help pull down the cover from each side, THEN IT WILL HOLD. (Hope that made sense.

it does fit perfectly but for some reason it does not stay on

There has to be a better pool cover than this but I sure can't find one. This one is tight but still sags in the middle so if it rains a lot, it caves in and all the rain water goes in to the pool. This heavy rain water has also caused it to split at the seam and duct tape doesn't work for this. The rain messes up my chemicals which means I have to go thru the very hard job of draining, cleaning, and refilling the pool. Still, it does warm the pool up so that's a plus and it keeps bugs out which is another plus. The minus is that I had to buy an exercise ball to put into the pool before covering so it will help to drain any rain water. Still not perfect tho it's better than the other one I've got which is woven plastic and actually has holes punched in the middle to allow rain thru. WTF is that all about?

I've had this cover for two weeks and so far it hasn't given me any problems. I was worried about the negative reviews, but here are some things to note about taking care of this item: 1. It is designed for a 10 foot wide rectangle pool. If your pool is not the same size, it probably won't fit just right. 2. The material feels fine and sturdy until it's been in the direct sun for a long period of time. After sitting in direct sun, the heat makes the material feel soft and thinned and would probably rip if you're not careful with it. Take the cover off the pool gently when the material gets soft. Once the cover is off and sitting in the shade it goes back to feeling sturdy again. 3. Use the cord it came with and properly thread and tie it. The cord should be wrapped underneath the pool on all 4 sides just like the picture in order for the cover to stay secure and not blow off in wind. Also, the cover is not designed to pull down all around the bottom like a fitted sheet, it goes sort of half way down on all sides. 4. If you have the cover taut and secure, the rain water will not pool as heavily on the top. Mine pooled the first day because I did not have the cover on properly. I used a small bucket to scoop and pail most of it out so it would not all end up in the pool when I uncovered it. So far it has kept the pool clean and clear of leaves and debris. I haven't had to clean it out once. If it does not last the summer, I would still buy it again next year.

LOVE this cover! So far we've managed to keep bugs and other debris out of the pool -- and it keeps the pool warm. Perfect pool cover.. looks like the picture.. though one side of the pool cover has the words INTEX on it which is fine. If feels like a nice, lite but quality poolcover that just does a great job doing what it's supposed to do. FYI Only: It does NOT have any purposeful holes on the top like other INTEX pool covers-- because your not needing a water pump with this size of pool.. so it really keeps everything out of the pool.

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Glad I got this, way better than a tarp and stays securely in place.

The cover fits the pool well and is of good quality. My only issue with the cover is that it is not elastic around the edge, but instead uses string. The string became a mess by the end of the summer and we didnt end up tying it. With that said, for the price, it is a good deal!

Pensé que por ser Intex tenía este tema solucionado pero no, este cobertor es de un plástico de poca calidad y hasta empezó a romperse... no lo recomiendo deben de haber otras formas de cubrir tu piscina inflable!

I love this product! The color of it makes the water warm enough for your little kids to not get shocked by Coldwater if you have to fill it with the hose and really cold water. But I didn't like that when I opened up the box along the seem there was a little hole at the seem that probably got missed when it was being made it didn't get sealed completely just in one small spot. I showed you a video but it's not that big of a deal just be careful around the edge if it gets worse then I might complain, but other than that it's perfect to keep bugs leaves and your pool tubes and balls inside the pool when it's very windy and warms the water! This cover dries so quickly and it is so lightweight it's amazing I love this product! It has this cool way to keep it on too it's with a string it kind of goes around underneath the edges of the pool and keeps that cover on so well! I love it 💓