{"product_id":"hpi-yard-guard-extended-length-2-inch-brass-safety-cover-anchor","title":"Yard Guard Extended-Length Brass Safety Cover Anchor – 2 Inch Body, 1-1\/4 Inch Bolt","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 100%; color: #1f2937; line-height: 1.7;\" class=\"ups-product-desc\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- HERO --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg,#0f4c81 0%,#1273b8 100%); color: #ffffff; border-radius: 18px; padding: 24px 20px; margin: 0 0 24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 13px; text-transform: uppercase; opacity: 0.9; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eSafety Cover Hardware\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; font-size: 30px; color: #ffffff;\"\u003eYard Guard Extended-Length Brass Safety Cover Anchor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 16px; color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRetractable brass deck anchor for securing inground pool safety covers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nManufactured by \u003cstrong\u003eHPI\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003eYard Guard Extended-Length Brass Safety Cover Anchor\u003c\/strong\u003e is a durable retractable anchor designed for securing inground pool safety covers to compatible deck surfaces. Made from corrosion-resistant brass, it provides a strong hold while standing up to pool chemicals, moisture, and outdoor conditions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe retractable bolt design allows the anchor to be screwed up when the safety cover is in use and lowered for a cleaner deck surface during the pool season. Available as a \u003cstrong\u003esingle replacement anchor\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is ideal for replacements, repairs, or adding extra anchor points around ladders, diving boards, and cover edges.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtended-length anchor:\u003c\/strong\u003e This model has a 2-inch brass anchor body, which is 3\/8 inch longer than the standard 1-5\/8-inch version. The retractable bolt measures 1-1\/4 inches. Check the depth and dimensions of your existing anchor before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- FEATURES --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 24px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit,minmax(240px,1fr)); gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetractable Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRaises for cover installation and lowers when not in use for a cleaner deck finish.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable Brass Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nResists corrosion, pool chemicals, and outdoor exposure.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure Cover Tension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nHelps maintain the tight, trampoline-style fit required for safety cover systems.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetractable Bolt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAllows easy adjustment using the appropriate tool for seasonal use.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended 2-Inch Anchor Body\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLonger 2-inch anchor body compared with the standard 1-5\/8-inch anchor.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplacement Hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUseful around ladders, diving boards, cover edges, and missing anchor locations.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- COMPATIBILITY --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 24px;\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f9fafb; border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 16px; padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\nDesigned for \u003cstrong\u003ecompatible inground pool safety covers\u003c\/strong\u003e using standard retractable brass deck anchors.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 14px; color: #475569;\"\u003e\nNot recommended for wood decks. Confirm anchor length, hole size, and safety cover hardware style before ordering, as not all anchor systems are interchangeable.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- SPECS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 24px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; min-width: 520px; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eHDBRANCHR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eBrass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnchor Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e2 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBolt Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e1-1\/4 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequired Hole Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eVerify against existing installation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHead Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eConfirm existing hardware style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eInground pool safety covers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eConfirm existing anchor dimensions and deck compatibility; not for wood decks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eSingle anchor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 24px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 14px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is this anchor used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt secures inground pool safety cover straps and helps maintain proper cover tension.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this anchor retractable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, it can be raised for safety cover installation and lowered when the cover is not in use.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan this be used on wood decks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo, this brass anchor is not recommended for wood decks. Use the correct wood deck anchor hardware instead.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes this anchor different from the standard anchor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe anchor body is 2 inches long, compared with the standard 1-5\/8-inch anchor body; the bolt is 1-1\/4 inches long.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to confirm fit before ordering?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Check the 2-inch anchor body length, required installation hole size, and your existing safety cover hardware before purchasing.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50530431140009,"sku":"HDBRANCHR","price":12.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/2647\/4409\/files\/hpi-yard-guard-long-bolt-brass-safety-cover-anchor-hdbranchr.svg?v=1791552903","url":"https:\/\/ultimatepools.ca\/products\/hpi-yard-guard-extended-length-2-inch-brass-safety-cover-anchor","provider":"ultimatepools.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}