Blue Wave Arctic Armor 12x20 ft Oval Above-Ground Pool Winter Cover — Solid Polyethylene, Cable & Winch Included

Blue Wave Arctic Armor 12x20-ft Oval Above Ground Pool Winter Cover is a heavy-duty, solid polyethylene tarp designed to keep leaves, rain, snow, and debris out of your pool throughout the off-season.

Closing your above-ground pool for winter shouldn't mean weeks of scrubbing in spring. The Arctic Armor winter cover from Blue Wave is a solid, laminated 14x14 scrim polyethylene cover with heat-sealed, reinforced seams that create a tight barrier against weather and debris. The cover's dense panel construction and black underside limit sunlight and evaporation while the included cable-and-winch hardware secures the cover against wind and snow. This product fits 12x20-ft oval pools and ships with everything needed for installation, backed by a 15-year limited warranty and U.S.-based support.

How does this cover protect my pool over winter?

The Arctic Armor forms a continuous, tear-resistant layer over the pool to block leaves, sticks, rain, and snow. Its solid panel prevents water and debris from passing through, reducing contamination and minimizing the work required when you open the pool in spring.

• 14x14 laminated scrim polyethylene resists tears and punctures
• Reinforced, heat-sealed seams create a watertight bond
• Solid (non-mesh) construction limits evaporation and sunlight
• Black underside reduces algae-promoting light exposure

What hardware is included and how do I secure it?

The cover includes rust-resistant metal grommets spaced every 2 feet, a vinyl-coated steel cable, and a ratcheting winch so you can fasten the tarp evenly around an oval pool perimeter. Installation is straightforward, though a helper speeds the process for the 12x20-ft size.

• Vinyl-coated steel cable threads through grommets around the cover
• Ratcheting winch tightens the cable for a snug, wind-resistant fit
• Grommets spaced to distribute tension and reduce seam stress
• 4-ft overlap designed for secure coverage on 12x20-ft oval pools

How should I care for and maintain the cover during winter?

This winter cover is made for debris protection, not for supporting weight—do not walk on it or use it as a safety surface. Remove heavy snow accumulations from the pool edge with a soft-bristle broom and use a cover pump to remove standing water that gathers on top.

• Clear heavy snow from pool edge after storms with a soft-bristle broom
• Use a cover pump to remove accumulated water and reduce strain
• Check cable tension after high winds and retighten the winch as needed
• Avoid stepping on the cover; it is not a safety cover for weight-bearing

What warranty and support come with this pool cover?

Blue Wave backs the Arctic Armor cover with a 15-year limited warranty and U.S.-based customer support, reflecting decades of industry experience. The warranty provides full coverage in year one and prorated protection through year fifteen.

• 15-year limited warranty (full year 1, prorated years 2–15)
• U.S.-based customer service for product assistance
• Includes all securing hardware for immediate installation
• Designed specifically to fit 12x20-ft oval above-ground pools

Who this cover is for: The Blue Wave Arctic Armor 12x20-ft Oval Winter Cover is ideal for owners of 12x20-ft oval above-ground pools who want a heavy-duty, solid barrier to reduce spring cleanup and protect their pool through harsh weather. It suits homeowners who prefer a simple cable-and-winch installation, need a durable non-mesh cover to limit evaporation and sunlight, and want the reassurance of a long limited warranty and U.S.-based support. Note: this product is a winter debris cover, not a weight-bearing safety cover.