As a general rule you shouldn t need many air pillows.
Above ground pool pillow necessary.
When you don t use an air pillow the cover sits right on top of the water and the ice will want to expand outwards.
24 above ground will be it s 3rd winter since i constructed it.
Pool pillow more rugged alternatives getting close to the end of the summer and starting to think about closing the pool.
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The air pillow can be tethered to an anchor to keep it in place.
We have a 27 above ground pool.
Use a pool pillow or not.
The first reason to install a winter cover air pillow is to protect your pool from expanding ice.
Another option is the pillow pal which creates a lock between the air pillow and bottom of your winter cover.
The air pillow acts as an ice compensator absorbing the ice expansion.
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Like many others i use those inflatable pool pillows to support the middle of the cover but reviews are incredibly hit and miss.
Personal preference unless you live in a very cold climate where.
Below is a chart showing the recommended air pillow size for above ground pools.
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Install an air pillow for above ground pools inflate the air pillowusing an air pump and place in the center of the pool.
Air pillows are most effective when they remain in the center of the pool.
However if you want to close the pool but keep it uncovered all winter or if you need to delay purchasing a new cover until next fall here are the steps we took to do it for our customer above.
How to close a pool.
Step by step instructions on how to inflate and install an air pillow on your swimming pool for winterization or closing.
Find your pool size and the recommended number of pillows.
When you close your above ground pool for the winter you should place an air pillow in the center of the pool before you put on your winter cover.
Use a pool pillow or not.
For our 30 footer we used a 4 5 x 15 pillow.
It is recommended to use a winter cover and 99 of pool owners who have their pool winterized do cover the pool for winter.
When water freezes it expands outward and this expansion can cause damage to your pool wall cover or liner.
Do i need to place an air pillow under my winter cover.
We strongly recommend using an air pillow under your winter cover.