Should I Use Padding and Foam Cove Under My Above -Ground Swimming Pool Liner?
Yes. Padding helps protect your liner from roots, stones, and debris, while foam cove helps cushion the liner where the pool floor meets the sidewall.
Why Use Padding Under Your Pool Liner?
Using padding under your above ground pool liner is a good idea because it adds another layer of protection between the liner and the ground. This can help reduce the risk of roots, stones, or other debris making a hole in the liner and causing a leak.
Pool padding can also add extra cushioning under the liner, which may help lessen the appearance of footprints in the sand beneath the pool.
Common Pool Padding Options
There are several types of pool padding available, including Gorilla Pad, Happy Bottom, and Foam Pad. They all help protect the liner, but they can differ in how they are installed.
| Padding Option | What It Helps With | Installation Note |
|---|---|---|
| Gorilla Pad | Helps protect the liner from rocks, roots, and debris | Made to fit the shape and size of your pool for quicker installation |
| Happy Bottom | Adds protection and cushioning under the liner | Needs to be cut to fit your pool’s shape |
| Foam Pad | Adds protection and cushioning under the liner | Needs to be cut to fit your pool’s shape |
Why Use Foam Cove?
Foam Cove is used around the inside edge of the pool where the pool floor meets the sidewall. It helps cushion the liner from the pool’s sidewall and creates a smoother transition at the base of the pool.
Foam Cove can also help reduce stress on the liner in that area and may help prevent heat from escaping your pool.
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