OUR LINERS ARE TRUE MIL
When choosing an aboveground pool liner, you'll likely come across two terms related to liner thickness: gage and mil. While they both measure thickness, they are different in terms of accuracy and application.
Variability: The thickness described by "gage" can vary from one manufacturer to another because it isn't based on a strict standard.
Approximate Conversion: In general, 20 gage may be advertised as similar to 20 mil, but it is often thinner than the equivalent mil rating.
Pros: It might appear cheaper when compared to liners that are sold by mil ratings, but the actual thickness could be less.
Consistency: Mil ratings are standardized across industries, so a liner labeled as 20 mil will have a thickness of exactly 0.020 inches.
Pros: Using mil allows for a clearer comparison between products and provides a more accurate representation of the liner’s actual thickness and durability.
Thickness: A 20 gage liner may be marketed as comparable to a 20 mil liner, but in reality, it might be significantly thinner.
Durability: Liners measured in mil are generally thicker, more durable, and reliable compared to those labeled with gage, especially when comparing similar numbers (like 20 gage vs. 20 mil).
When shopping for aboveground pool liners, it's always a good idea to go with a liner labeled in mil, as this will give you a clear understanding of the actual thickness you're purchasing.
1. Gage:
What it is: Gage is a somewhat informal or non-standardized measurement of thickness. It’s often used by manufacturers or retailers as a marketing term rather than a precise scientific measure.Variability: The thickness described by "gage" can vary from one manufacturer to another because it isn't based on a strict standard.
Approximate Conversion: In general, 20 gage may be advertised as similar to 20 mil, but it is often thinner than the equivalent mil rating.
Pros: It might appear cheaper when compared to liners that are sold by mil ratings, but the actual thickness could be less.
2. True Mil:
What it is: Mil is a precise and standardized measurement of thickness, with 1 mil equaling 0.001 inches. It is a more accurate and reliable metric than gage.Consistency: Mil ratings are standardized across industries, so a liner labeled as 20 mil will have a thickness of exactly 0.020 inches.
Pros: Using mil allows for a clearer comparison between products and provides a more accurate representation of the liner’s actual thickness and durability.
Key Differences:
Accuracy: Mil is a more accurate and standard measurement, whereas gage can be less precise and vary across brands.Thickness: A 20 gage liner may be marketed as comparable to a 20 mil liner, but in reality, it might be significantly thinner.
Durability: Liners measured in mil are generally thicker, more durable, and reliable compared to those labeled with gage, especially when comparing similar numbers (like 20 gage vs. 20 mil).
Which is Better?
If you're looking for durability and want to ensure you're getting what you pay for, mil is the better choice. A 20 mil liner is going to be thicker and more reliable than a 20 gage liner, even if both appear similar in marketing descriptions.When shopping for aboveground pool liners, it's always a good idea to go with a liner labeled in mil, as this will give you a clear understanding of the actual thickness you're purchasing.
BLUE DEL CARIBE
- BLUE wall with DEL CARIBE print bottom
- 20 (true) Mil Premium Over Lap Liner
- Over-Lap (fits 48"-54" Pools)
- Comes with the required Coping Strips
- Best Quality Vinyl Liner
- Carefully welded & trimmed lap seals
- Inground Quality Vinyl Liner
- 15 yr warranty (prorated)
DAKOTA
- Full print Dakota Liner
- 20 (true) Mil Premium Liner
- Over-Lap (fits 48"-54" Pools)
- Comes with the required Coping Strips
- Best Quality Vinyl Liner
- Carefully welded & trimmed lap seals
- Inground Quality Vinyl Liner
- 15 yr warranty (prorated)
EXPANDABLE (FOR DEEP ENDS)
- Bahama Full Print Liner
- 25 (TRUE MIL) Premium Expandable Liner
- USED ONLY WITH POOLS THAT HAVE A DEEP END
- Over-Lap (fits 48"-54" Pools)
- Comes with the required Coping Strips
- Best Quality Vinyl Liner
- Carefully welded & trimmed lap seals
- Inground Quality Vinyl Liner
- 15 yr warranty (prorated)
BLUE DIAMOND 52"
- 20 (true) Mil Premium Aboveground Pool Liner
- Fits 52" Pools ONLY
- Best Quality Vinyl Liner
- Carefully welded & trimmed lap seals
- Inground Quality Vinyl Liner
- 15 yr warranty (prorated)
- COMES IN BEADED 52" (MUST ORDER HANG BEAD RECEIVERS FOR BEADED 52" LINERS)
MONARCH 52"
- 20 (true) Mil Premium unibead Liner
- Fits 52" Pools
- Best Quality Vinyl Liner
- Carefully welded & trimmed lap seals
- Inground Quality Vinyl Liner
- 15 yr warranty (prorated)
- COMES IN BEADED 52" (MUST ORDER HANG BEAD RECEIVERS FOR BEADED 52" LINERS)
VISTOSO 52"
- 20 (true) Mil Premium Aboveground Pool Liner
- Fits 52" Pools
- Best Quality Vinyl Liner
- Carefully welded & trimmed lap seals
- Inground Quality Vinyl Liner
- 15 yr warranty (prorated)
- COMES IN BEADED 52" (MUST ORDER HANG BEAD RECEIVERS FOR BEADED 52" LINERS)
COVINGTON 52"
25 MIL SUPER PREMIUM LINER
25 MIL SUPER PREMIUM LINER
- 25 (TRUE) Mil SUPER Premium Aboveground Pool Liner
- Fits 52" Pools (SCROLL DOWN FOR 54")
- Exclusive Pattern
- Best Quality Vinyl Liner
- Carefully welded & trimmed lap seals
- Inground Quality Vinyl Liner
- 15 yr warranty (prorated)
- COMES IN BEADED 52" (MUST ORDER HANG BEAD RECEIVERS FOR BEADED 54" LINERS)
MONARCH 54"
- 20 (true) Mil Premium uni-bead Liner
- Fits 54" Pools
- Best Quality Vinyl Liner
- Carefully welded & trimmed lap seals
- Inground Quality Vinyl Liner
- 15 yr warranty (prorated)
- COMES IN BEADED 54" (MUST ORDER HANG BEAD RECEIVERS FOR BEADED 54" LINERS)
VISTOSO 54"
- 20 (true) Mil Premium Aboveground Pool Liner
- Fits 54" Pools
- Best Quality Vinyl Liner
- Carefully welded & trimmed lap seals
- Inground Quality Vinyl Liner
- 15 yr warranty (prorated)
- COMES IN BEADED 54" (MUST ORDER HANG BEAD RECEIVERS FOR BEADED 54" LINERS)
COVINGTON 54"
25 MIL SUPER PREMIUM LINER
25 MIL SUPER PREMIUM LINER
- 25 (TRUE) Mil SUPER Premium Aboveground Pool Liner
- Fits 54" Pools
- Exclusive Pattern
- Best Quality Vinyl Liner
- Carefully welded & trimmed lap seals
- Inground Quality Vinyl Liner
- 15 yr warranty (prorated)
- COMES IN BEADED 54" (MUST ORDER HANG BEAD RECEIVERS FOR BEADED 54" LINERS)