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Latham Safety Pool Cover Replacement

Ameri-Brand is an authorized Latham dealer for replacement mesh and solid safety pool covers. We use your cover’s serial number to request the original factory record and review replacement options. Changes to your pool or deck may require updated measurements.

Ameri-BrandAuthorized Dealer

Green Latham winter safety cover installed over a pool beside a home
  • Find Your Original Cover RecordSend us the serial number from your warranty document so we can request a factory record lookup from Latham.
  • Confirm the Replacement FitTell us about changed anchors, deck work, or pool features so we can check whether updated measurements are needed.
  • Select Your Cover MaterialCompare mesh and solid options by sunlight blockage, drainage, and fabric weight before requesting your replacement quote.

ASTM F1346 Safety-Cover Performance Standard

Latham solid and mesh safety covers meet or exceed ASTM F1346-91. The standard sets performance-testing and labeling requirements for covers designed to restrict access to the water by children under five. Correct installation, use, and water management are required.

Where to Find Your Latham Cover Serial Number

Look for the serial number beneath the barcode on your safety-cover warranty document. It may also be on the white warning tag sewn to the cover. The example below shows the number marked “SN.”

  1. Find the number marked “SN.” In Latham’s example, it appears below the barcode.
  2. Copy your own number exactly. Use the serial number rather than the pool size or material description printed nearby.
  3. Keep the document. You may need it to check the original cover specifications or warranty terms.

If you cannot find the serial number, call Ameri-Brand at 800-982-6966. We can work with Latham to help locate it.

Example Latham cover barcode with the serial number outlined below it
Serial-number example supplied by Latham. Use the number on your own warranty document.

Get a Latham Replacement Cover Quote

Moved into a home with an older Latham cover, or replacing a cover you’ve used for years? We work with Latham to identify the original cover and confirm replacement options for your pool.

Send Your Serial Number

Complete the request form with your serial number and contact details. Include the current material and color, if known, and any changes to the pool, deck, or anchors. Let us know what you’d like to change with your replacement.

Review Your Replacement Options

We check the factory record and contact you if updated measurements are needed. Review the available material, fit details, price, and warranty before deciding to order. There is no obligation to purchase.

Latham Mesh vs. Solid Safety Pool Covers

Mesh allows rain and melted snow into the pool through the fabric. Solid fabric blocks water, with drainage concentrated in a designated area. Sunlight blockage and fabric weight also differ between models.

Gray Latham mesh winter safety cover fitted over a residential pool

Mesh Safety Covers

Mesh lets rain and melted snow drain into the pool without a cover pump. Its lighter fabric makes it easier to handle during installation and storage.

  • Blocks 91% to 99% of sunlight, depending on the model.
  • Fabric weights range from 5 to 7.9 oz.
  • 7000MS filters particles down to 40 microns.
Gray Latham solid safety cover installed over a curved residential pool

Solid Safety Covers

1000HS HyPerLite solid fabric blocks sunlight and keeps debris out. Rain and melted snow enter the pool through the integrated Invis-A-Drain, rather than through the fabric.

  • Blocks 100% of sunlight through the solid fabric.
  • 12 oz. fabric is heavier than the mesh options.
  • The center drain needs to stay clear of debris.

Photos: Latham Pool. Solid-cover photo credited to Vernon Poolman (CT). These installation photos do not identify the current models in the table below.

Latham Safety Cover Models, Colors, and Warranties

Compare fabric weight, sunlight blockage, drainage, and color options for your replacement cover. Fabric weight is a material specification, not the total weight of a finished cover. A model listed here may not be available for every existing cover layout.

Latham seasonal safety cover materials, colors, and specifications
Current ModelMaterialWeightSunlight BlockageWater ManagementColorsLimited Warranty
9000MX™ Max ShadeMesh7.9 oz.99%Through fabric
5 years full20 years prorated coverage
7000MS™ High ShadeMesh7 oz.99%Through fabric
5 years full15 years prorated coverage
5000M™ Standard ShadeMesh5 oz.91%Through fabric
3 years full12 years prorated coverage
1000HS™ HyPerLiteSolid12 oz.100%Invis-A-Drain
3 years full12 years prorated coverage

Understanding prorated coverage: you pay a portion of the replacement cost based on the cover’s age and the warranty schedule. Coverage applies to qualifying manufacturing defects. Review the warranty supplied with your cover for exclusions and any freight, labor, or installation charges.

Cover Construction and Routine Care

Reinforced seams, secure hardware, and clear drainage help your cover perform as intended. Inspect these areas each season and follow the instructions supplied with your cover.

Seams and Stitching

Solid and mesh covers have interlocked, double-overlapped seams. Box stitching reinforces straps and step areas with thread that resists UV exposure and pool chemicals.

Springs and Hardware

Stainless steel single-coil springs and low-profile D-rings help keep the cover secure. Check the condition and placement of existing hardware before reusing it with a replacement.

Edges and Contact Points

Hemmed edges are reinforced between layers of webbing. Coping strips and protective pads help reduce wear where the cover meets the pool edge and step nosings.

Solid-Cover Drain

Invis-A-Drain channels water through ¼-inch holes spaced every 6 inches above a 12-inch mesh panel. Keep this drainage area clear of leaves and debris.

Raised Walls and Other Features

Steps, spas, rails, raised walls, and water features need the right fit and attachments. Include these features in your request so we can review the replacement layout.

Seasonal Inspection

Check cover alignment, spring tension, and components each season. Remove debris gently and inspect the cover when taking it off. Clean and dry it before storage.

Information to Review Before Ordering

A serial number identifies a record. It does not show the present condition of the pool, deck, or hardware. The following details help establish whether the original layout is still suitable.

Your Existing Cover and Pool

  • Cover identification: the serial number from your warranty document, plus the current material and color if known.
  • Pool and deck changes: any added steps or spa, deck work, moved anchors, or other changes since the cover was made.
  • Condition and preferences: worn fabric, damaged straps or hardware, and any material or color changes you want in the replacement.

The Replacement Specification

  1. Material and drainage: the model, fabric, and water-management system being quoted.

  2. Fit and attachments: the pool features and anchor layout, including any updated measurements needed.

  3. Price and warranty: the quoted cost and the coverage terms for that replacement.

Check Your Cover’s Warranty Before Ordering

If you suspect a manufacturing defect, check the warranty supplied with your cover. Coverage depends on the cause of the damage and the warranty terms. Call us at 800-982-6966 for help reviewing your options before ordering a replacement.

Latham Replacement Questions

How Do I Replace a Latham Safety Pool Cover?

Send your cover’s serial number and contact details through the replacement request form. We check the original factory record and review the material, pool features, and anchor layout before preparing your quote. Tell us about any changes since the original cover was made.

Is the Serial Number Enough to Order a Replacement?

The number starts the record lookup. Before ordering, the replacement specification still needs to account for the material, attachment layout, and any changes to the pool or deck. Additional information or measurements may be needed.

What If I Cannot Find the Serial Number?

Call Ameri-Brand at 800-982-6966. We can work with Latham to help locate your cover’s serial number.

Can I Change From Mesh to Solid, or Solid to Mesh?

A material change needs review for your particular cover layout. It changes how water drains and may change the cover specification. Let us know which material you are considering so we can ask Latham about compatibility.

Should I Select a Mesh or Solid Latham Cover?

Mesh drains rain and melted snow through the fabric and is lighter to handle. Solid fabric blocks all sunlight, with water passing through a designated drain. Consider handling, sunlight blockage, and drainage maintenance alongside your pool’s layout. Compare mesh and solid covers above.

What Colors Are Available?

9000MX Max Shade uses a Black/Gray combination woven into one fabric. 7000MS, 5000M, and 1000HS have Green, Blue, Gray, and Tan options. We confirm availability for your replacement when preparing the quote. See the model and color comparison above.

Does a Solid Latham Cover Need a Pump?

The current 1000HS has an integrated Invis-A-Drain for rain and meltwater. Do not assume an older solid cover has the same arrangement. Check the drainage system and instructions for your existing cover and for the replacement being quoted.

Will a Replacement Use My Existing Deck Anchors?

Existing anchors may be usable if their condition and positions suit the replacement. A serial number cannot establish their present condition. Report moved anchors, deck repairs, or pool changes before the replacement layout is confirmed.

Is This for a Coverstar Automatic Cover?

This request covers manually installed seasonal mesh and solid safety covers. A Coverstar automatic cover runs on a track and has a separate replacement specification. Call 800-982-6966 if you are unsure which type you have.

How Much Does a Latham Replacement Cover Cost?

Pricing depends on the cover’s size, material, and custom features. Send your serial number so we can identify the original cover and quote the available replacement. The quote is free, and you review the specification and price before deciding to order.

How Long Does a Latham Cover Replacement Take?

Timing depends on the factory schedule, the replacement specification, and whether updated measurements are needed. Call 800-982-6966 to discuss your deadline and get a current estimate before ordering. Allow for shipping time as well as production.

Do Latham Safety Covers Meet ASTM Standards?

Latham solid and mesh safety covers meet or exceed ASTM F1346-91, which sets performance-testing and labeling requirements for safety covers designed to restrict access to the water by children under five. Correct installation, secure attachments, and proper water management are required.

Is This a Warranty Claim?

The form requests a paid replacement quote. For a warranty question, have your serial number, installation information, warranty document, and photos of the issue ready, then call 800-982-6966. Coverage depends on the terms supplied with your cover.

Ready to replace your Latham safety cover? Start with the serial number on your warranty document or the cover’s warning tag. If the number is unavailable, we can still help.

Request a Free Latham Replacement Cover Quote