The service life of a vinyl pool liner is an important characteristic. After all, the future costs of operating, repairing or renovating the pool depend on it. Therefore, any factors that may affect longevity should be taken into consideration. One such factor may be the color of the PVC membrane. It should be taken into account that the color of the membrane practically determines only its appearance, and in no way affects the functional properties of the liner — waterproofing of the pool bowl.
But the color of the liner over time can change. And the main factors under the influence of which this happens are:
- Disturbance of the chemical balance of the water in the pool
- Influence of UV radiation
Why Liner Color Changes Over Time
Chlorine, which is added to pool water to eliminate pathogenic bacteria and germs, also affects the liner. If the concentration of chlorine is too high, it adversely affects not only human skin, causing irritation, but also the PVC liner. Prolonged exposure to high concentrations of chlorine in pool water causes the liner to discolor. This is primarily noticeable on dark-colored liners.
This is not to say that lighter colored liners are not affected and faded in the same way. It’s just not as noticeable on a lighter colored liner. From this point of view, it can be discussed that light colored liners are more practical. On the other hand, stains, various debris (grass, leaves, insects) are more noticeable on a light-colored background. This leads to the need for regular cleaning of the pool. This circumstance cannot be called negative. Since regular care of the liner prolongs its service life.
Dark shades of the liner on the contrary make less visible small debris in the water, stains and dirt on the walls and bottom of the pool. This can lead to less frequent need for cleaning and maintenance. And kind of saves time and money. On the other hand, not regularly caring for the liner leads to an accumulation of problems and, as a result, more expense to fix them later on.
As for the effect of UV radiation on the liner of different colors, it has the same effect on the liner as chlorine.
If we talk about the practical side of liner color, you should know such points. There is an opinion that the color of the liner affects the temperature of the water in the pool. Light shades of liner have the ability to reflect the sun’s rays. Thanks to this, the water in the pool practically does not heat up. This property comes in handy if your pool is constantly exposed to the sun, and you like cool water.
The dark color of the liner, especially the pool black liner unlike the light color, absorbs infrared heat radiation from the sun. Due to this property, additional heating of the water occurs. It can be insignificant, by 1–3 degrees. But it is still better than nothing. So if your pool is in the shade most of the day, and you like warm water, a dark-colored liner may be your choice.
What Affects the Liner’s Lifespan
It’s not primarily the color of the liner that affects its lifespan, but characteristics such as these:
- Thickness
- Reinforcement
- The presence of a layer of protective varnish
A prime example of such a membrane is the Cefil 60 mil pool liner. It has a service life of 20+ years with regular proper maintenance.
The large thickness and reinforcing layer guarantee high durability, resistance to stretching, cuts and punctures. Even cracks in the concrete pool bowl will not lead to loss of tightness and water leakage.
And the presence of a layer of protective acrylic varnish with antibacterial additives on the outer surface of the membrane significantly reduces the risk of stains of various origins.
Where to Buy a Quality Pool Liner
In SAKKO POOL company you can buy high-quality liners from European manufacturer at affordable prices. There is a wide selection of collections of all possible shades, patterns and textures.
Here you can not only buy a liner, but also order its installation with a guarantee for 10 years. And remember, if you ever need pool resurfacing, we’re always here to assist you. We provide consultations, assess the condition of the pool, and give recommendations on all issues and much more.