Blue Wave 28-ft Round Above-Ground Pool Winter Cover — Arctic Armor Navy, Heavy-Duty 7x7 Scrim

Blue Wave Arctic Armor 28-ft Round Above Ground Pool Winter Cover is a heavy-duty solid winter tarp that blocks leaves, rain, snow, and sunlight to keep your above-ground pool cleaner through the off-season.

Closing your pool for winter shouldn’t mean dealing with a messy, algae-filled basin in spring. The Blue Wave Arctic Armor cover is constructed from a dense 7x7 scrim woven polyethylene with reinforced, heat-sealed seams and a black underside to limit sunlight. The cover arrives with an aluminum-grommeted perimeter, a vinyl-coated cable, and a metal winch so you have everything needed to secure a snug, weather-resistant fit for a 28-foot round above-ground pool.

How does this cover protect my pool from winter debris and weather?

The Arctic Armor functions as a solid barrier that prevents leaves, twigs, rain and snow from entering your pool, reducing the amount of cleanup required at opening. Its tear-resistant scrim and heat-sealed seams create a durable, watertight surface while the black underside helps block sunlight, limiting dirt and organic buildup.

• 7x7 scrim woven polyethylene resists rips and punctures
• Heat-sealed seams form a continuous barrier against moisture and debris
• Solid panel construction prevents water pass-through and reduces evaporation
• Black underside blocks sunlight to help limit organic growth

What hardware and installation steps are included for a secure fit?

The cover comes complete with rust-resistant aluminum grommets spaced every 2 feet, a vinyl-coated securing cable, and a metal winch so you can tension the tarp evenly around the pool. A second person makes centering and pulling the cover into place faster for a 28-foot round pool; the cover also includes a 4-foot overlap for adjusting fit and wind resistance.

• Aluminum grommets placed every 2 feet for even anchoring
• Vinyl-coated cable threads through grommets and secures perimeter
• Included metal winch tightens cable for a wind-resistant hold
• 4-ft overlap simplifies centering and improves edge protection

How should I maintain the cover during winter and prepare it for spring?

This cover is intended as a debris and weather barrier, not as a safety support. Remove heavy snow accumulation from the pool edge with a soft-bristle broom and use a cover pump to extract standing water that gathers on top after storms. Avoid walking or placing weight on the cover to prevent damage and preserve the warranty.

• Brush off heavy snow from the cover edges after storms
• Use a cover pump to remove standing water and reduce strain
• Do not walk on or place weight on the cover; it is not a safety cover
• Inspect grommets and cable periodically and tighten the winch if needed

What warranty and support are available for this pool cover?

Blue Wave backs the Arctic Armor with an 8-year limited warranty, offering full coverage in the first year and prorated protection through year eight. U.S.-based customer support and over 35 years of pool industry experience are available to help with questions about fit, care, or replacement parts.

• 8-year limited warranty: full in year 1, prorated years 2–8
• U.S.-based customer support for fit and installation help
• Complete hardware included so no additional purchases are necessary

Who is this for? The Blue Wave Arctic Armor 28-ft Round cover is aimed at pool owners with 28-foot round above-ground pools who want a low-maintenance winter closure that keeps debris and precipitation out and minimizes spring cleanup. It suits homeowners who need a durable, easy-to-secure solid cover with included cable and winch hardware, and who understand this product is a winter debris cover—not a load-bearing safety cover.