Product Information
Description
Meyco RuggedMesh 16' x 32' Rectangle w/ 1' Offset Step Premium Mesh Pool Safety Cover, Green
Blocks 99% of sunlight, drains itself.
The Meyco RuggedMesh 16' x 32' Rectangle w/ 1' Offset Step premium mesh pool safety cover, Green (SKU PST-MEY1RH16RM) seals your pool for the off-season with a tight 6 oz per square yard weave that blocks 99% of sunlight yet weighs about 50% less than a typical solid cover. Rain and snowmelt drain straight through while the premium mesh filters out finer debris than standard mesh, so you skip the cover pump and open to cleaner water in spring. Your cover ships with solid brass anchors, stainless steel springs, a stainless installation rod, and a storage bag, all backed by Meyco's 12-year warranty.
Solid-Cover Shade, Mesh-Cover Convenience
RuggedMesh closes the gap between mesh and solid covers. The premium weave blocks 99% of sunlight, compared to about 95% for standard mesh, so algae never gets the light it needs to bloom under the cover. You still keep everything that makes mesh easy to live with: water passes straight through, there is nothing heavy to drag across the deck, and no pump to run. Come spring, you pull back a cover that did the shading of a solid at roughly half the weight.
Rain Drains Through, Debris Stays Out
Melting snow and winter rain pass directly through the RuggedMesh weave, so standing water never ponds on the cover surface and there is no cover pump to buy, power, or babysit through a freeze. The same tight weave that sheds water filters out finer particles than standard mesh, keeping silt and leaf litter on top of the cover where your leaf blower can reach it. Meyco rates the RuggedMesh fabric for pools up to 2,500 square feet.
Engineered Past the ASTM Bar
UL performed the full ASTM F1346-91 manual safety cover test series on Meyco covers, and every RuggedMesh cover is built to exceed it, including the standard's 485 lb static load requirement for pools wider than 8 feet. The webbing runs 45% stronger than typical cover webbing, doubled along the perimeter, and every seam is sewn with white polyester bonded, UV-resistant marine thread. Four U.S. patents stand behind the design.
Who It's For
Families with Kids & Pets
A properly anchored RuggedMesh cover forms a tensioned barrier over the water that exceeds the ASTM F1346 standard for manual pool safety covers.
Wooded Backyards
The tighter premium weave traps finer debris than standard mesh, so pine needles, seed pods, and silt stay on top of the cover instead of sinking into the pool.
Snow Country Pools
Meltwater drains straight through instead of ponding, so the cover sheds weight all winter with no cover pump required.
Green-Water Spring Openers
If you open to a swamp every April, 99% sunblock starves algae all winter for a faster, cheaper spring startup.
Why PST Customers Pick This
Exceeds ASTM F1346
UL ran the complete ASTM F1346-91 manual safety cover test series on Meyco covers, including the 485 lb static load requirement. RuggedMesh exceeds it.
No Cover Pump Needed
Water passes straight through the mesh, so nothing ponds on the surface and there is no pump to run through a freeze.
Filters Finer Debris
The premium weave catches smaller particles than standard mesh, which means less silt on the pool floor when you open.
Complete Install Kit
Ships with solid brass deck anchors, stainless steel springs, a stainless steel installation rod, and a storage bag for the swim season.
Deck-Safe Hardware
Non-corrosive solid brass anchors sit flush when closed. Stainless steel buckles and aluminum strap tips will not rust or stain your decking.
Half the Carry Weight
At 6 oz per square yard, RuggedMesh weighs about 50% less than a typical solid safety cover, so seasonal install and removal stays a manageable two-person job.
Installation Notice
A safety cover meets ASTM F1346 only when it is fully installed: every strap anchored into solid decking and tensioned per Meyco's installation manual. Drill the brass anchors into concrete, stone, or pavers that can hold the load, and never leave the cover partially attached. A loose cover is not a safety barrier.
Full Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between RuggedMesh, MeycoLite, and PermaGuard?
All three are Meyco safety covers with the same brass and stainless hardware and 12-year warranty. RuggedMesh is the premium mesh: a 6 oz per square yard weave that blocks 99% of sunlight and filters finer debris. MeycoLite is the lighter 4.4 oz standard mesh that blocks 95%. PermaGuard is a solid vinyl cover that blocks 100%. If you want mesh convenience with near-solid shade, RuggedMesh is the one.
What colors does RuggedMesh come in?
Green is the standard color at PST Pool Supplies, and select sizes are also stocked in Blue or Gray while supplies last. The color of this cover is listed in the product title.
How do I pick the right size?
Order by your pool's swim area, not the cover's sewn dimensions. This listing fits a 16' x 32' pool: Meyco sizes the finished cover larger so it overlaps the deck on all sides and anchors under tension. Measure your pool at the waterline, match it to the listed size, and if your pool has steps or an offset, match the step configuration in the title too.
Can I install this myself?
Yes, if you are comfortable drilling into your deck. You drill 3/4 inch holes for the brass anchors, thread the stainless springs onto the cover straps, and tension the cover with the included installation rod. Plan on a helper and an afternoon for the first install. Once the anchors are set, seasonal on and off takes about 15-20 minutes.
Will water sit on top of the cover?
No. The mesh passes rain and snowmelt straight through to the pool, so nothing ponds on the surface and you never need a cover pump. Fine debris stays on top, so blow or brush it off before you remove the cover in spring.
What warranty does Meyco give?
Every Meyco cover carries a 12-year pro-rated manufacturer warranty, one of the longest in the category. Register your cover after purchase: keeps a database of registered covers and measurements, so a replacement can be rebuilt to your original specs.
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Additional Info
| Category | Seasonal Pool Winterizing Pool Safety Covers |
| SKU | PST-MEY1RH16RM |
| MPN | MEY1RH16RM |
| Manufacturer | Meyco |
| Weight | 53.0 lb |
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