Daisy Pool Covers
An uncovered pool can lose its entire volume to evaporation over the summer. Bureau of Meteorology data shows an average pool here loses over 7,000 litres a month, a figure that climbs dramatically during heatwaves. For over 35 years, our team at 1 Pool Care has managed the consequences: stressed pumps, imbalanced chemicals, and high water bills for homeowners from Joondalup to Rockingham. This is why a correctly installed Daisy Pool Cover is not a luxury, it is a core piece of equipment for any responsible Perth pool owner.
As a family-run, SPASA-accredited business, we do not just sell covers. We provide a solution grounded in decades of local experience. We have seen how Perth’s high UV index degrades inferior materials and how bore water in suburbs like Wanneroo and Baldivis creates calcium scaling. We recommend and install Daisy covers because their material science and build quality, specifically the patented UltraDome technology, are engineered to withstand these exact Western Australian conditions. A Daisy cover, fitted by our technicians, is the most effective physical barrier against the specific challenges your pool faces.
Product Category – Pool Covers
Why Our Team Recommends Daisy Covers
Counteracting Evaporation from the Fremantle Doctor
The afternoon sea breeze, the Fremantle Doctor, is a welcome relief, but it dramatically accelerates evaporation. A Daisy cover physically blocks this wind, preventing up to 97% of water loss. For an average 45,000L pool, that is a saving of nearly 70,000 litres over summer alone, protecting your equipment from running dry and adhering to Waterwise Council policies.
Harnessing Free Heat from the Sun
The transparent bubble design allows solar energy to penetrate and heat the water. We have documented temperature increases of up to 8 degrees Celsius in our clients’ pools across the Perth metro area. This passive heating extends the swimming season in suburbs from Burns Beach to Mount Pleasant without adding to your power bill.
Reducing Chemical Consumption
Perth’s intense sun breaks down chlorine quickly, leading to higher chemical use. By shielding the water, a Daisy cover can cut your salt and chlorine consumption by up to 50%. This not only saves money but also prevents the eye and skin irritation associated with pH imbalance and chloramines. For our clients with commercial pools in hotels or aquatic centres, these chemical savings are a significant operational budget line item.
Durability Against High UV and Debris
We only install materials proven to last in our climate. Daisy’s UltraDome bubble profile is thicker and more resistant to UV degradation and chemical concentration than generic covers. Whether it is fine dust from new developments in Ellenbrook or leaf litter from Eucalyptus trees in the Perth Hills, the cover keeps this debris out, reducing the workload on your skimmer and filter.
Installation by Experienced Technicians
A poorly fitted cover is ineffective. Our technicians, led by experienced operators like Adrian, ensure your cover is measured and cut precisely, even for complex kidney-shaped or infinity-edge pools. We ensure there are no gaps for wind to catch, maximizing its insulative properties.
Compatibility with Pool Rollers
For daily convenience, the cover must be easy to handle. We supply and install Daisy pool rollers that allow a single person to roll the cover on or off in about 30 seconds, making it a practical part of your routine. This ease of use is critical for ensuring the cover is actually used, delivering its full water and energy-saving benefits.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
| Product Type | We install Daisy Solar Pool Covers, which are a translucent, bubble-style floating blanket designed for maximum solar gain and insulation. We also specify ThermoTech foam covers for heated indoor pools where insulation is the only priority. |
| Pool Suitability | Our team custom-fits covers for all residential and commercial pools, including concrete, vinyl-lined, and fibreglass models. We have specific techniques for freeform pools with rockeries or water features commonly found in suburbs like Scarborough. |
| Material Composition | Daisy covers use a premium-grade polyethylene with their trademarked UltraDome bubble layer. This design is crucial for Perth as it offers superior resistance to UV degradation and damage from concentrated chlorine that gets trapped at the water’s surface. |
| Water Retention Performance | Our field data aligns with official tests showing Daisy covers prevent up to 97% of evaporation. In real-world terms, this means topping up your pool far less frequently, even during Perth’s dry, hot summer months. |
| Heating Method | The cover functions as a passive solar heater. The bubbles act like tiny greenhouses, trapping solar radiation. This is not a replacement for a gas or electric heater but significantly reduces a heater’s runtime and energy costs. |
| Available Options | We offer various micron thicknesses (e.g., 350mi, 525mi) and colours. We can advise on the best option based on your pool’s sun exposure, budget, and desired durability. All are SPASA Climate Care Certified products. |
Other Information
From our 35 years of service, the consistent use of a Daisy cover is the single biggest factor in reducing a pool’s overall maintenance cost. Clients who use their cover diligently report cleaner water, fewer calls for green pool remediation, and longer life from their pump and chlorinator systems. The cover reduces the daily runtime required for your filtration system. It also physically blocks leaves, insects, and ash during bushfire season, which would otherwise decompose and increase phosphate levels, feeding algae.
When we perform a handover after an installation, we provide specific advice on care. This includes how to clean the cover, how to operate the roller without damaging the blanket, and the importance of removing the cover periodically after shocking the pool to allow concentrated chemicals to vent. This practical knowledge ensures you get the full 10-year pro-rata warranty period out of your investment.
Frequently asked questions
Our FAQ area is the best place to look to find answers to your questions. Our community and support team
constantly updates the questions and answers.
The savings come from three areas. First, you drastically reduce your water bill by preventing evaporation, saving thousands of litres. Second, your chemical usage is cut by up to half because the cover protects chlorine from the sun. Third, if you heat your pool, your energy costs plummet because the cover traps the heat you have paid to create.
This is a primary function. Much of a pool’s heat is lost overnight through convection. The insulating bubble layer acts as a barrier, trapping the warmth gained during the day. Customers often report their pool is noticeably warmer in the mornings, reducing the need for the heater to kick in.
Yes. Our technicians specialize in custom-fitting covers for complex pool shapes. We measure and cut the blanket on-site to follow the exact contour of your pool, including around obstructions like rocks and ladders. While a 100% seal might be impossible, covering 90-95% of the surface still delivers proportional benefits.
Absolutely. A Daisy pool roller makes covering and uncovering your pool quick and simple, even for large outdoor pools. Using a roller, it takes just 30 seconds to roll the cover off or back onto the pool water, making it highly convenient for daily use.
For any pool larger than a small spa, we strongly recommend a roller. Without one, removing and replacing the cover is a cumbersome two-person job. A roller makes it a 30-second, one-person task, which means you will actually use it every day.
Daisy covers are recognized by the Smart Approved WaterMark and are SPASA Climate Care Certified. They directly address water scarcity, a major issue in Western Australia, by saving tens of thousands of litres per pool. They also reduce the chemical load on the environment and lower energy consumption from heating and filtration equipment.
