Blue Wave Arctic Armor 20x40-ft Rectangular Winter Pool Cover — Heavy-Duty Solid, Reinforced Seams

Blue Wave Arctic Armor is a heavy-duty solid winter cover designed to protect 20x40-ft rectangular in-ground pools from leaves, snow, and debris while minimizing spring cleanup.

When you close your in-ground pool for the season, the cover you choose determines how much work you'll face in spring. The Blue Wave Arctic Armor 20x40-ft Rectangular In-Ground Pool Winter Cover uses a laminated 14x14 scrim woven polyethylene fabric, reinforced seams, and secure attachment points so your pool stays cleaner through winter and reopening goes faster.

How does this cover keep debris and water out of my pool?

The Arctic Armor is a solid (non-mesh) tarp that creates a continuous barrier over the pool, stopping leaves, twigs, and most airborne debris from entering the water. The black underside reduces sunlight penetration to limit algae growth and trapped organic matter.

• 14x14 laminated scrim woven polyethylene resists tearing and blocks contaminants
• Heat-sealed, reinforced seams prevent splits and leakage through stitches
• Solid panel design causes runoff to collect on top, holding out debris

What attachments and accessories are included or needed for installation?

The cover ships with metal grommets spaced every 2 feet plus a vinyl-coated steel cable and ratcheting winch so you can cinch the cover to a tight fit. Sewn loops every 4 feet let you use water tubes (sold separately) to anchor the perimeter without drilling deck anchors.

• Metal grommets every 2 ft for cable and winch (included)
• Sewn water-tube loops every 4 ft to accept water tubes (water tubes sold separately)
• 5-ft overlap on all sides—cover size 25x45 ft—gives secure coverage over a 20x40 pool

Is this a safety cover and how should I manage water that collects on top?

This product is a winter debris cover, not a weight-bearing safety cover; it should not be walked on or used to support people or animals. A shallow layer of water on the cover is normal and helps stabilize it against wind; excess water after heavy snow can be removed with a cover pump (sold separately).

• Not rated for safety—do not walk or place weight on the cover
• Normal water pooling helps hold cover in place during storms
• Use a cover pump after heavy snow or rainfall to prevent prolonged standing water

Who is this cover best for? Homeowners with a rectangular in-ground pool around 20 x 40 feet who want a rugged, low-maintenance winter barrier will benefit most from the Blue Wave Arctic Armor. It's ideal for property owners who prefer a solid cover to keep spring cleanup minimal, value reinforced construction and warranty support, and will secure the cover using the included cable and winch or optional water tubes. Backed by Blue Wave's 15-year limited warranty and U.S.-based customer support, this cover suits anyone seeking dependable seasonal protection without the complexity of deck anchors or expecting weight-bearing safety performance.