I have a 24' x 15' AG that sees full sun all day long. I am looking into getting a solar cover and would like suggestions on who makes a quality cover at a good price. In addition, I have a question about algae growth and solar covers.

I know proper levels of free chlorine, cya, proper ph, etc and good filtration are the first step in keeping algae under control, but I am curious if a solar cover would also help deter algae formation? I guess the only way it would do this is by keeping the sunlight from using up the FC.

Assuming a solar cover does help retain FC, which kind is best? Does a colored cover work better than a clear one?

Thanks in advance!!