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Do Solar Pool Covers Really Work

Do Solar Pool Covers Really Work

Article posted by Gregory Grochola (physicist) on 16th Feb 2019

So we get asked do solar pool covers really work, do they really heat the pool? To answer that question authoritatively with some actual scientific proof let's look at the numbers. We can anal … read more
How Much Will A Solar Pool Heating System Heat My Pool

How Much Will A Solar Pool Heating System Heat My Pool

Article posted by Gregory Grochola (physicist) on 1st Feb 2019

I get asked this all the time, so I thought I might do a blog post and have it as a reference - how much warmer will a solar pool heating system make my pool. Answer: anywhere from 3.5°C to al … read more
Solar Pool Bubble Blankets - Will They Warm My Pool

Solar Pool Bubble Blankets - Will They Warm My Pool

Article posted by Gregory Grochola (physicist) on 31st Jan 2019

So we get asked do solar pool covers really work, do they really heat the pool? Well it depends. We thought it might be interesting to analyze pool temperature boosts from transparent (bubb … read more
Optimal North Facing Solar Pool Collector Tilt Angle

Optimal North Facing Solar Pool Collector Tilt Angle

Article posted by Gregory Grochola (physicist) on 30th Jan 2019

So what's the optimal tilt install angle (pitch) for a North facing pool heating collector for the longest pool season? It's more complex than you think and the results are somewhat surpris … read more
Optimal Solar Pool Collector Install Angles

Optimal Solar Pool Collector Install Angles

Article posted by Gregory Grochola (physicist) on 29th Jan 2019

Sometimes we get asked for the best roof facing compass direction and pitch (tilt) to install pool heating collectors on to get the longest swimming season, or how much of a penalty there is i … read more