Above Ground Pool Dome Buyer's Guide
Extend Your Swim Season with a Fabrico Sun Dome - (All-Vinyl vs. Screen/Vinyl)
If you love your above-ground pool but hate the short season, constant debris, and cold water swings, a pool dome enclosure is one of the biggest comfort upgrades you can make. ProPools carries Fabrico Sun Dome enclosures in two configurations: All-Vinyl and Screen/Vinyl.
Quick decision guide
Choose All-Vinyl if you want:
- Maximum warmth and wind protection
- More shoulder-season comfort (cool mornings/evenings)
- Zippered windows/door you can open for ventilation
- The All-Vinyl above ground pool dome comes with a vinyl top and zippered windows and door, as standard.
All Vinyl Dome
Choose Screen/Vinyl if you want:
- Better airflow for hot climates while still getting heat gain
- A more open feel with screen sections around the perimeter
- Color options (blue, black, forest green)
- This pool dome is just like the all vinyl dome but it has screen sections around the perimeter of the above ground pool.
The Vinyl/Screen above ground pool dome comes with a vinyl top but screen sides and zippered windows and door, as standard. - Blue, Green and Black are the screen color options.
Screen/Vinyl Dome
Why we offer the Fabrico Sun Dome
The Fabrico Sun Dome is designed to lengthen your swimming season, warm the air/water inside the dome,and help keep your pool cleaner from airborne debris. Domes are offered for round and oval above-ground pools.
What to consider before you buy
1) These domes are custom fit
To quote/order correctly, we typically need pool details like manufacturer/model, pool size/shape, upright count,and key top-rail measurements. Taking accurate measurements is the #1 step to a great fit.
2) Installation is very doable (but follow the rules)
- Many above-ground domes go up with 2 people in about 2–3 hours.
- Install on a calm day and follow the manufacturer safety guidance.
- Important: the Sun Dome is not a winter cover—plan to remove just the dome for snow/ice conditions. (It is ok to leave up the frame.)
3) Plan for venting and humidity
- All-Vinyl domes: zippered windows + zippered door and full size screen features for ventilation and bugs.
- Screen/Vinyl domes: built for increased ventilation while retaining heat benefits.
All-Vinyl vs Screen/Vinyl comparison
| Feature | All-Vinyl Dome | Screen/Vinyl Dome |
|---|---|---|
| Side material | Vinyl sides | Screen sides |
| Top material | Vinyl top | Vinyl top (“beanie” top) |
| Best for | Max warmth + wind protection | More airflow + warm climates |
| Ventilation | Zippered windows/door with screen features | Screen perimeter + door/windows |
Installation & safety notes
- Read the full instruction manual before installing.
- Avoid overhead power lines when assembling/positioning framework.
- Do not install in windy weather; plan for calm conditions.
- Do not allow anyone in the pool during installation.
- Not a winter cover: remove dome for snow/ice seasons to avoid snow-load damage risk.
Maintenance & seasonal care
- Keep doors/windows closed when not using the pool to reduce debris and pest intrusion.
- Vinyl tension changes with temperature—adjust seasonally as needed.
- Clean vinyl with mild detergent; avoid solvents/bleach that can cloud vinyl.
- End of season: remove/store the cover clean & dry.
Warranty snapshot
Warranty details vary by product and are posted under the Resources tab on ProPools product pages.Review the posted warranty document carefully before purchase.
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Tip: On individual product pages, check the Resources tab for installation manuals and brochures.