Clear Stretch Film Cover Wrap (15" x 1000 ft) with Handles
- Above Ground Pools
- Sep 27
- 3 min read
When you’re done wrestling with the winter cover and the pool looks snug, you might still worry about wind, shifting covers, or stubborn leaves finding their way in. A quick, inexpensive trick many pool owners swear by is using stretch wrap around the cover and side walls to keep everything sealed and tidy for the winter. The TICONN 15" x 1000 ft stretch film wrap (with attachable handles!) is exactly the type of product that makes this job fast and painless.
Why add stretch wrap after a winter cover?
A proper winter cover is essential to help keep debris and bugs out of your pool during the winter season. But covers can flap, edges can lift and wind-driven debris can wedge under the skirt. Wrapping a few passes of stretch film around the rim:
keeps the cover edges from whipping in high winds,
helps keep any blown debris from getting under the cover,
reduces the need to re-adjust the cover after storms,
and protects the cover’s tie-downs by distributing pressure.
Stretch film is not structural (don’t use it to bear weight!), but it’s perfect as a low-cost secondary seal, whilst helping to secure the winter cover in place.
Product quick facts (what matters):
TICONN’s roll is 15 inches wide and 1,000 feet long — a length that’s plenty for multiple seasons of perimeter wraps on most above-ground pools. Many listings and the manufacturer page also describe it as an industrial-strength film (often listed around 60-gauge thickness) with attachable handles on the core to make wrapping long runs comfortable and quick. The film stretches well and clings for a tidy, low-profile finish.
Step-by-step: how to use the TICONN stretch wrap after your winter cover is installed:
Finish the usual winter cover prep. Install the cover per the manufacturer’s instructions. Make sure the cover is centered, pool pillow(s) are in place (recommended if you live where the temperature drops below freezing) and the skirt is tucked or clipped as recommended by the cover maker. If your cover has grommets, use a rope or cord (preferably a winch kit) to secure the winter cover in place.
Start with a secure anchor. Tie a small loop of cord or use a removable clamp behind one of the top-rail bolts or under a rail plate as an anchor point. This gives you a place to secure the film start without it slipping. Of course, if you can ask another person to assist, simply ask them hold the starting point in place whilst you start wrapping.
Use the handles — they’re a game changer! This TICONN roll ships with ergonomic handles that slip into the core so you can hold and walk around the pool comfortably while feeding film. That saves finger fatigue and helps you keep even tension.
Wrap with overlap. Walk around the pool and wrap so each new pass overlaps the previous one by ~50%. Keep tension steady but don’t over-stretch; pulling too hard can thin the film and make tears more likely. Two to four complete wraps around the rim or pool side wall usually do the trick for most pools — add more if needed, especially in windy areas.
Finish and tuck. Tear the film and press the tail into the previous wrap so it adheres. If needed, tuck the final section under the top rail or use a small strip of UV-resistant tape to hold the end.
Tips, caveats, and extras:
Don’t rely on stretch film to hold snow/ice. Although it wraps around the pool perimeter, not a structural brace! Use proper cover supports (rope or winch kit) and use a pool pillow to manage ice expansion and snow load.
Overlap and multiple layers = better wind resistance. If you get frequent gusts, add another layer and focus on the high-wind side of the pool.
Store leftover film correctly. Keep the roll in dry storage, preferably indoors. Sunlight and cold can make the film brittle over very long storage times.
Environment & disposal. Stretch film is plastic; remove and dispose of it properly in accordance with local rules. Some recycling programs accept clean film.
Spring removal
When warm weather returns, cut the wrap at a convenient point (or open the taped end) and unwind it. If cutting, be super careful to not damage the winter cover! Stretch film clings but usually doesn’t leave residue, so removal is typically fast. But if the film has been exposed to months of sun, it may be stickier in places.
Bottom line
If you want a quick, inexpensive way to boost the hold and weather protection of your above-ground pool winter setup, using this 15" stretch film wrap is an efficient solution. The built-in handles make the chore much less tedious, and the width/length of the roll gives you lots of working room. Just remember it’s for sealing and wind protection — not for bearing loads — and always combine it with the cover manufacturer’s recommended winter supports.
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