Our exclusive patented mesh lets water through while providing 100% shade to significantly reduce algae growth and provide unmatched debris filtration. SmartMesh offers the highest abrasion resistance, tear strength, burst strength, and sunlight shading around! We back SmartMesh with a 15-year limited warranty.
Shade Protection: Only mesh cover on the market offering 100% shade protection
Filtration: Filters debris down to 40 microns
light-weight: 40% lighter than solid material
Protection: 105% higher tear strength than the average mesh cover
When it comes to standard mesh covers, Dura-Mesh II has the industry’s best combination of abrasion resistance, tear strength, burst strength and sunlight shading. It is 68% stronger than other standard mesh and provides 95% shade. We back Dura-Mesh II with a 15-year limited warranty.
Why give it a try?
This new SolidMesh safety cover material is designed to work like a solid safety cover but be lightweight like a mesh cover.
Please note that a pump or mesh drain panel is needed, the same as a traditional solid safety cover.
Our New Hybrid Cover Delivers:
Extra Light & Extra Strong
Our Safety Solid cover offers security plus a barrier to water, dirt, dust, and sunlight. Choice of Automatic pump or mesh drain panel. Backed by a 10-year limited warranty
Featuring 11 Color Options
All the benefits of our Safety Solid covers, plus a choice of 11 colors. 15-ounce material construction with increased U.V. inhibitors keeps your cover looking better longer. Backed by a 10-year limited warranty.
Since the protection of your pool and safety of your family, friends and pets is of the utmost importance, rely on Pool Guard Solid Safety Covers from Merlin!
Quality and innovation.
Your Pool Guard cover features a heavy duty three-ply solid supported P.V.C. laminate, designed for the rigors of the outdoors and made to virtually eliminate the entry of debris into your pool when covered. Pool Guard covers feature a full one inch wide heat weld for strength and durability. The cover is designed to rest on the pool water and is locked into your pool deck using all American made hardware, including brass anchors and custom rubber tension straps. Special hardware is available for raised spas and all types of waterfalls and special pool features.
Expert fit and finish.
Each Pool Guard cover is custom made, using computer aided design and manufacturing, along with over 20 years of cover craftsmanship. This technology and expertise combines to insure your Pool Guard cover fits your pool perfectly. Pool Guard covers are backed by a 10 year limited pro-rated warranty.
Pool Guard Models:
Pool Guard covers feature a 15 oz. supported solid PVC material and are available in Blue, Green and Gray.*
Pool Guard Plus covers feature a upgraded 18 oz. solid supported PVC material and are available in Blue, Green and Gray.*
A little guidance
Plan for the seasons ahead. Get familiar with ordering, care, remakes and the details of your Merlin safety cover.
Explore all Merlin FAQsNo. Merlin products are sold exclusively through authorized dealers. Our dealers provide expert guidance, measurements, pricing, installation, and service to help ensure you get the right product for your pool. Use our dealer locator to find an authorized Merlin dealer near you.
Yes. Select hardware and replacement parts can be purchased through the “parts & accessories” section of our website.
Because Merlin sells through authorized dealers only, we are unable to provide direct pricing or estimates to homeowners. Your local Merlin dealer can provide:
Authorized Merlin dealers have samples of our liner patterns, spa cover, and safety cover materials available for review. Use our Dealer Locator to find a dealer near you.
Warranty coverage varies by product. Please refer to the warranty documentation provided with your product or available on our website.
Warranty registration must be completed within 30 days of installation through the ‘Product Registration’ page on our website.
Regular cleaning, proper storage, and routine inspection can help maximize the life of your cover. Please refer to our product literature for detailed maintenance recommendations.
The serial number is embroidered on the center strap located at the deep end of your cover facing down. Please note that it can be in the loop of the spring and for rectangle covers, it could be located on the shallow end. It can also be located on your paperwork from your cover purchase.
To order a remake, please contact your Merlin dealer. In most cases, we can use the serial number from your existing cover to retrieve the original pool measurements, which may eliminate the need for remeasuring. Please note that we cannot locate orders using a residential address. If you do not have your serial number, your dealer may be able to assist using your order number, dealer information, or other purchase details.
Yes. Merlin performs repairs and alterations on most manufacturers' safety covers. Please contact your local dealer to arrange a service.
Once your dealer submits your order to Merlin, most custom covers ship from our facility within two weeks or less. Stock-size rectangular covers typically ship within 24–48 hours. Please note that your dealer or contractor may have additional lead times for ordering, scheduling, delivery, or installation.
For remake covers only, if returned before August 1, springs may remain attached. After August 1, remake covers returned with springs attached will be subject to a one-hour labor charge. For repair covers, springs must always be removed before returning the cover. Covers sent in for repair with springs attached will be subject to a one-hour labor charge.
Yes, our Safety Covers meet or exceed the standards for safety covers as established by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).
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