Automatic Pool Cover FAQ

ASTM F1346 is the national performance and safety standard for swimming pool safety covers, published by ASTM International. A cover certified to this standard is tested to support the combined weight of adults and a child, drain standing water off the surface, and resist entrapment. Certification is awarded by an independent third-party testing laboratory — not self-declared by the manufacturer.

Every Integra automatic pool safety cover meets ASTM F1346. When closed, it forms a continuous, certified barrier across your pool's surface.

ASTM F1346 requires that pool safety covers support a minimum static load sufficient to hold the combined weight of multiple adults plus a child without collapse or submersion. Integra covers are certified to this requirement through third-party testing.

For load ratings specific to your cover size and configuration, ask your authorized Integra dealer — they can provide the test documentation for the model you're considering.

An ASTM F1346 certified automatic cover is a real safety barrier — not a deterrent. The standard requires the cover to support the weight of a person without allowing submersion, drain water off the surface to prevent ponding, and resist entrapment at the edges.

Integra covers are independently certified to this standard. A cover that has not been tested and certified to ASTM F1346 cannot make the same claim.

Local codes vary. In many jurisdictions, an ASTM F1346 certified pool safety cover can satisfy or reduce fencing requirements — but you should verify the specific requirements with your local building authority and insurance carrier before making that assumption. Your authorized Integra dealer can help you understand what documentation is typically needed.

Integra covers are custom-fit to your pool's exact dimensions and shape. Your authorized dealer measures your pool and confirms fit before ordering — there is no standard-size cover that may or may not match your perimeter.

Integra covers work with fiberglass, concrete/gunite, vinyl-liner, and custom-shape inground pools. Your dealer will assess the perimeter, track placement, and mechanism bay as part of the site visit.

Most installations are completed in a single day by your authorized Integra dealer. The mechanism is set in the track at the pool's edge; no major construction or excavation is required for the majority of inground pool types.

Pools with complex deck configurations or custom shapes may require additional time. Your dealer will give you a specific timeline after the site assessment.

An Integra cover is operated by a key switch or button typically mounted at the pool deck. The all-stainless steel mechanism retracts or deploys the Aegis fabric across the pool in seconds. No manual effort is required — the cover travels on a track along the perimeter.

Integra covers are available for fiberglass, concrete/gunite, vinyl-liner, and custom-shape inground pools. The cover is custom-fit to your pool's actual perimeter, so virtually any inground pool shape can be covered. Your authorized dealer confirms compatibility during the site assessment.

Aegis fabric is designed to drain water off the surface rather than collect it. The fabric's construction and the cover's tension across the pool keep standing water from accumulating. ASTM F1346 specifically requires that certified covers drain surface water — it is part of the safety and structural standard, not an optional feature.

Integra offers two separate warranties:

20-Year Mechanism Warranty — covers the all-stainless steel drive mechanism against defects in materials and workmanship for 20 years from the installation date.

7-Year Aegis Fabric Warranty — covers the Aegis cover fabric against defects in materials and workmanship for 7 years from the installation date.

Warranty service is handled through your authorized Integra dealer. Ask your dealer for the full warranty documentation at the time of purchase.

Aegis is Integra's cover fabric — an 18-oz, acrylic-coated, UV-stabilized vinyl with heat-sealed webbing reinforcement. Heat-sealing joins the panels without stitching, which resists delamination and water infiltration through thousands of open-close cycles.

Aegis is available in seven colors: Royal Blue, Navy Blue, Charcoal, Light Gray, Tan, Mocha, and Black. Every color uses the same 18-oz construction — the choice is about the look, not a trade-off in quality. Aegis carries a 7-year fabric warranty.

Aegis fabric is available in seven colors: Royal Blue, Navy Blue, Charcoal, Light Gray, Tan, Mocha, and Black. Every color is the same 18-oz, UV-stabilized vinyl construction — so the choice is entirely about matching your patio, coping, and decking.

Physical samples look different from a screen. Your authorized dealer carries fabric samples you can compare against your actual deck materials before ordering. See all seven colors →

Pool-cover mechanisms live in a demanding environment — constant exposure to water, sunlight, humidity, and pool chemistry. Stainless steel resists corrosion under these conditions without the surface degradation that affects coated or galvanized components over time.

Integra builds the entire drive mechanism from all-stainless steel and backs it with a 20-year warranty — a commitment that reflects confidence in the materials.

Automatic pool cover pricing depends on several variables: pool size and shape, deck configuration, cover color, and local installation costs. Because every Integra cover is custom-fit to your specific pool, there is no single list price.

The most reliable way to get a number is to connect with an authorized Integra dealer in your area. They'll assess your pool, confirm fit, and give you a firm quote — usually after a brief site visit or a conversation about your pool's dimensions.

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Yes — closing the pool when it's not in use is the highest-impact way to reduce operating costs. A covered pool loses significantly less heat, water, and chemicals than an uncovered one.

According to U.S. Department of Energy data, an automatic pool cover can reduce evaporation by up to 90%, cut heating costs by 50–70%, reduce water replacement by 30–50%, and reduce chemical use by 35–60%. Actual results vary based on pool size, climate, heating system, sun and wind exposure, and how consistently the cover is used.

An automatic cover gets closed because it takes seconds — a manual cover often gets skipped. That consistent use is what delivers the savings.

Connect with an authorized Integra dealer near you. Your dealer will confirm fit for your pool, walk you through cover options (size, color, mechanism placement), and handle installation. Every Integra dealer is trained on installation and warranty service.

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Every Integra cover is manufactured in Knoxville, Tennessee. Aegis fabric is precision heat-sealed in-house at the Knoxville facility. Integra is part of Explore Industries.