What Size Pool Cover?

[Destroyer]

Yes, there is a brand that is preferred. (at least by me). It doesn't have a 3 foot overlap, it has a 4 foot overlap. (So as an example, a 10 x 20 will actually be 18 x 28). It comes with a vinyl coated steel cable and a winch to thread through the grommets and pull your cover tight after you have it in position. I highly recommend the 15 year cover. Size is 12' x 24'. With the 4 ' overlap that's really a 20' x 32' cover. More than adequate to cover your boat. Just remember a few tips. Build a good solid frame. (Although your winters are probably a lot less than up here in the Northeast, so maybe you can go a little lighter ... Depends on how much snow you get really. You want something that can take your heaviest snowfall. Always err on the side of caution. Tent your cover. (Make a central spine in your frame just like a house roof so that any rain, snow, tree leaves, debris, whatever, will slide off). Get some pool noodles from the dollar store or some foam pipe insulation from Home Despot or Lowes. Slice it lengthwise and place it on the top of your windshield, especially on the corners. Put smaller pieces over your line chocks on your deck and anything else pointed that might puncture your tarp.