At Covers in Play, we design and manufacture custom pool enclosures for pools and patios that transform your outdoor space into a year-round retreat. Our specialties include retractable enclosures and fully enclosed systems that combine durability, style, and advanced engineering.
Whether it's for a private residence or a commercial facility, our extensive design and structural expertise ensures a tailored solution for every environment and project complexity. From snow-bearing rooftops to hurricane-grade framing, our outdoor pool enclosures are built to perform in all climates.
You'll collaborate directly with our team to customize every detail roof profile, frame style, dimensions, color options, and even glazing materials. Plus, you'll gain exclusive access to Covers in Play’s patented framing and automatic drive system, allowing effortless open-and-close functionality at the push of a button.
If you're looking to enhance your swimming experience with a covered pool solution that balances protection, aesthetics, and convenience, we offer high-performance designs that elevate both form and function. From pool covers to retractable pool roofs, our systems are built to extend your lifestyle, not just your swimming season.
A pool enclosure is a structure that surrounds your pool, including the sides and top, transforming your space into a year-round retreat. It provides protection from harsh weather, enhancing comfort and convenience. Pool enclosures can be temporary, permanent, or semi-permanent (retractable pool enclosure), ensuring your pool area remains clean, safe, and private. By creating a sheltered environment, pool enclosures turn your outdoor space into a welcoming oasis throughout the seasons.
Patio and swimming pool enclosures offer a range of options to enhance outdoor living spaces, from discreet low-profile designs to versatile retractable structures, providing year-round comfort and protection while maximizing outdoor enjoyment and convenience.
Covers in Play has installed many different styles of enclosures across North America, both residential and commercial. Below is just a small sample of some of the retractable swimming pool enclosures, patio enclosures, spa enclosures and retractable roofs designed by Covers in Play. Click on a picture below for additional project pictures.
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Great Service!
"We thought we would not be able to get something like this made to attach to our house. But, COVERS in Play found a way and now we go straight from inside the house to the pool enclosure without having to step out into the winter. It's great. No need to go south for the winter now."
Excellent Job Excellent Service!
"We have allowed a few prospective buyers to come out and view the retractable pool enclosure and have hosted quite a few parties showing off the enclosure... Which has sparked quite a bit of interest."
So Impressed!
Seaside Pools installed a swimming pool in Brampton last February 2013 with COVERS in Play swimming pool enclosure system. It is a fairly simple system to build and install and we helped the technician complete the installation in roughly two weeks of our time with 4 men."
Amazing Service!
"We have enjoyed the pool and enclosure for years now and everyone loves it. COVERS in Play, your system is wonderful."
Covers in Play offers a patented, motorized drive system that is unique in the industry. Automated drive systems are designed for retractable enclosures with telescopic bays that nest, one inside the other. Mounted on wheels, each bay glides smoothly and quietly on a low-profile tracking system.
Built with industry-leading durability, the Covers in Play drive system is engineered for all climates, providing high-performance solutions, especially for pool enclosures that must withstand snow, wind, and more.
Effortless operation
Low-profile track system
Engineered with security features for safe operation
Innovative design with 20 years of proven reliability
Experience the ease of opening and closing your enclosure with the push of a button!
Watch the video to see it in action and see our Design page for further details
Covers in Play enclosures boast a patented framing system crafted from extruded aluminum frames that are engineered to withstand formidable wind and snow loads. These frames are designed to provide expansive, unobstructive views without the need for trusses or cross members.
To enhance both the durability and aesthetics of our pool enclosures, the aluminum frame undergoes a meticulous finishing process. This high-performance architectural coating comes in a wide range of color options and is designed to resist moisture, fading, chalking, gloss loss, and even harsh chemical cleaners. Our finishes go beyond AAMA 2604 specifications, delivering long-lasting protection and a sleek, modern look that elevates the overall design and longevity of each enclosure.
With unmatched durability and reliability, the patented framing system allows you to create a pool enclosure for the winter that can handle heavy snow while maintaining its aesthetic appeal.
See our Design page for further details.
Further enhance the design of your enclosure with glazing options that provide the clarity of an outdoor view while offering light-filtering privacy where needed.
Offering panoramic views, glass enclosures create a stunning visual impact, allowing natural light while protecting you from the elements.
Offers the same panoramic views as glass, with enhanced durability and affordability
The toughest option for enclosure panels offering a greater degree of privacy and heat retention
Enclosure glazing options are carefully selected to balance durability, heat retention, and affordability while providing protection from the elements, including UV. Typically, polycarbonate panels are utilized for the roof, ensuring the greatest durability and heat retention. Acrylic panels are typically the preferred choice for walls, offering similar panoramic views to glass but with greater durability and affordability.
No matter the glazing choice, each material is engineered to withstand any climate, providing durable pool enclosures for winters with snow, scorching summer sun, hurricanes, and everything in between.
See our Design page for more details
Our fenestration options ensure the ultimate flexibility with regard to ventilation, ease of access, and aesthetic appeal. The types of windows and doors listed below can be customized to ensure the size, number and placement are ideally suited to site-specific requirements, as well as individual preferences.
Project Style: Attached Triple Peak Operable Enclosure
Size: 33 ft wide x 55 ft long
Project Style: Attached Single Peak Lean-To Enclosure
Size: 15 ft wide x 34 ft long
Project Style: Attached Single Peak Operable Enclosure
Size: 34 ft wide x 56 ft long
Project Style: Attached Triple Peak Operable Roof
Size: 31 ft wide x 54 ft long
Project Style: Attached Single Peak Lean-To Enclosure
Size: Attached Single Peak Lean-To Enclosure
Project Style: Attached Triple Peak Operable Enclosure
Size: 44 ft wide x 55 ft long
Project Style: Attached Single Peak Operable Roof
Size: 17 ft wide x 28 ft long
Project Style: Attached Triple Peak Operable Enclosure
Size: 61 ft wide x 50 ft long
Project Style: Attached Single Peak Operable Roof
Size: 36 ft wide x 40 ft long
Project Style: Attached Triple Peak Operable Enclosure
Size: 32 ft wide x 64 ft long
It is increasingly common for homeowners and businesses to create outdoor spaces that provide the same comforts and amenities as those we find indoors. However, use of outdoor spaces is largely dictated by favourable weather.
Pool Enclosures serve to enhance and extend the opportunities we have to enjoy outdoor spaces by creating an indoor environment which provides protection from the elements, while maintaining a largely unobstructed view of the outdoors. While fixed enclosures are designed to be stationary, retractable enclosures are designed to be movable, allowing for usage as either an indoor or an outdoor space. Enclosures can also be built as an alternative to a traditional roof.
Primarily, enclosures extend and enhance the use of outdoor spaces so they can be enjoyed through every season, regardless of the weather.
Additional advantages are extensive, see our Benefits page for more details!
Yes! Even on cloudy days, pool enclosures can effectively trap solar energy. Much like sunrooms, this captured energy can raise the internal air temperature by 10–20°C (18–36°F) when fully closed. If you have a heated pool or swim spa, the warm water provides an additional heat source. In most cases, the combination of solar heat and heated water keeps pool enclosures at a comfortable temperature. However, for northern regions with harsher winters, we recommend an additional heating source for optimal comfort.
Covers in Play enclosures are built with a patented automated drive system. Simply push a button and the Pool Enclosure easily opens or closes! Enclosures can also be designed without the automated drive system, therefore requiring them to be pushed open and closed manually.
There are many variables that can influence the time needed to design, manufacture, and install a Pool Enclosure. With regard to the design process, it is largely dependent on the size and complexity of the project as well as the time needed to obtain any necessary permits. Following permit approval, it will generally take approximately 8-12 weeks, which includes 10-15 days for installation.
Covers in Play enclosures are designed with a patented framing system which ensures significant structural strength while also allowing for simplicity of construction and maintenance. As such, it is only necessary for Covers in Play to provide a supervisor for the duration of the installation, the cost of which is included in the price of the enclosure. Clients are asked to provide the needed general contractors, typically a minimum of 5 including 2 skilled contractors and 3 general contractors.
Yes! Enclosures can be connected to an existing house or building so that it provides an extension of indoor spaces. Our engineering expertise is invaluable for accommodating unique architectural elements.
Yes. A retractable enclosure can cover both pools and patios, offering flexibility to enjoy outdoor spaces while staying protected from the elements.
A pool enclosure that can handle the snow features reinforced framing, strong roof profiles, and insulated glazing that prevent snow buildup. Covers in Play’s patented framing distribute weight evenly, making it a great option for harsh winter climates.
No. Winter retractable pool enclosures need minimal upkeep. The aluminum frame resists corrosion and the panels handle temperature shifts easily. Occasional cleaning and inspection keep them performing smoothly for years.
Retractable swimming pool enclosures work year-round, even in freezing weather. They retain heat, minimize condensation, and protect your pool from frost and debris while offering the option to open up during warmer days.
Indoor swimming pool enclosures retain heat, reduce evaporation, and allow better temperature control, saving energy while extending your swimming season.
Occasional cleaning is the only maintenance requirement. Simply use a garden hose or pressure washer. A soft brush or cloth with some mild soap can also be used, if needed.
Unlike other manufacturers, Covers in Play enclosures are specifically designed to withstand the snow loads of northern winters. No removal is required.
The enclosure is designed to withstand winds exceeding 100 mph. No tie downs are necessary. However, it is recommended that the enclosure be fully closed in high wind situations.
An enclosure can be custom designed to almost any size.
Enclosures require a relatively smooth and level surface on which to be installed. The surface must also be capable of supporting the weight of the enclosure. For more information about surface requirements, please contact us.
Not at all! Typically, we only require accurate site measurements and photos.
While enclosures are designed to meet local building codes, you will need to contact your municipality to determine if a permit is required. Some municipalities may consider the enclosure to be a temporary, removable structure, in which case a permit may not be necessary. If a permit is required, COVERS in Play will assist you in providing any needed documentation or drawings.
Covers in Play enclosures were designed with a patented frame system which consists of minimal components, allowing for ease of installation and maintenance. As such, an enclosure can be built by general contractors with the assistance of a Covers in Play supervisor. The required number of contractors will depend on the size of the enclosure, but we generally recommend a team of five, including 2 people with experience in construction.
Enclosures are constructed with aluminum, acrylic, polycarbonate, and stainless steel components. All components are capable of withstanding high degrees of humidity so, unlike typical sunrooms, dehumidification is not required.
Absolutely. Glass pool enclosures are made to be strong, durable, and safe, providing clear views while protecting your pool area.
Yes. We can create a pool enclosure for the winter that opens easily in warmer months. Our retractable systems close for warmth and protection during winter, then open fully for fresh air and sunshine in summer.
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