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[R228]Replacement Hot Tub Cover

by Sam Spade, Sam

There are many different kinds of covers for your hot tub. The kind of material that they are made of is going to affect the cost of the cover. These cover range from just a plastic slip cover to an insulated cover. When purchasing a new cover you will want to measure the tub perimeter correctly to ensure to order the proper size.

Some of the cheapest covers available are going to be the thermal blankets. These covers are designed to simply float on top of the water, so some do not consider them as covers at all. These covers do not help a lot with keeping dirt and debris out of the spa but they do help with the evaporation of the water. Depending on the size of the hot tub a blanket cover will cost approximately around $25 dollars. There are two different common kinds of these types of blankets. The first one resembles the bubble wrap or the material used for shipping fragile items. This one is not very effective because it is cut to fit the spa and the bubbles on the end are left open decreasing it abilities in insulting the water. The second is made of smooth closed cell foam. This one is better at insulating and keeping bacteria out of the water.

Standard hot tub covers are made with a sloped foam so that the rain will run of the top and not bogging it down into the tub. Normal measurements of a cover are around four inches thick in the middle sloping to around two or three inches thick on the sides or edges. This foam is typically sealed with a polyethylene plastic, and is often heat sealed or double wrapped to keep the water from soaking into the foam. Water soaking into the foam would cause it to become water logged and possibly causing it to be replaced over time. Once the plastic is in place a vinyl cover is then added to protect against UV damaged. The thread used for sewing the cover is usually UV protected as well. If you have young children finding a cover with tie downs is recommended though this might take more time to remove it will be worth the extra safety features. This will also help keep the cover in place during high winds.

Walk on hot tub covers are also available. These covers use sheets of fiberglass under the foam. These are great if the hot tub is outside and is in an area that snow a lot. The weight of the snow could cause some covers to fall into the hot tub. These are also great for those who have small children that might get the idea to walk across the top. This would protect them from falling in and potentially drowning.

Motorized hot tub covers are some of the most expensive covers available. The cover is made of PVC slats that are strong, durable, and insulated with 2.5 lbs of foam cell fibers. The cover takes about 10 seconds to retract and about the same to recover the spa. Some models have a touch pad with pass code entry so that there is no unauthorized use. Once is the cover is retracted it is then stored away until later.

Winter hot tub covers a great for those who do not want to use the spa all year round. A winter cover is used for the entire unit. This will go over your regular cover and down the sides all the way to the ground. An air pillow should be placed underneath so that water will drain off the top. This will keep any water from accumulating in unwanted areas.

If you already have a hot tub, you probably already know the importance of having a hot tub cover as well. Here, you will get information as to why you having a hot tub cover is a must and how to choose and then maintain your replacement hot tub cover once your old one has worn out and needs to be discarded. Basically a spa cover or hot tub cover safeguards the hot tub from impurities like leaves, insects and dust. And if your hot tub is located out of doors, then a spa cover is all the more important else you might even have frogs getting into your hot tub.

Besides, a hot tub cover safeguards pets as well as children from the hot tub. How many times do we hear that a child has drowned in a hot tub! This is something that parents have to take care of. If your old cover has worn out or does not close effectively make sure you get a replacement hot tub cover immediately. These spa covers are normally quite heavy so the hot tub is safe for children or pets which might be unattended even for a few minutes. Since the spa cover is heavy, children are not able to lift it without the help of an adult thereby keeping them away from the hot tub.

The hot tub cover protects your tub from exposure to direct sunlight which can harm your hot tub. A good spa cover should be able to protect the tub against the UV rays of the sun and this is normally achieved depending on the material used as well as the thickness of the hot tub cover. So if you are on the verge of purchasing a replacement hot tub cover, do keep this in mind. Also, remember that the spa covers outdoors will wear out sooner than those indoors as they are exposed to the harsh rays of the sun.

It can be pretty expensive to maintain a hot tub and more so if you take into account the cost of electricity required to maintain the heat within the tub. Your hot tub cover should be made from material that helps in retaining the heat within. Normally hot tub covers are insulated with the help of a material known as expanded polystyrene. So if you are about to buy a new spa cover or if you are getting a replacement hot tub cover, keep in mind that the thickness of the cover plays a big role in deciding its heat retention capability.

Most tubs come along with a hot tub cover. However, there may be instances when you have to purchase a replacement hot tub cover. Make sure you check the specifications of your hot tub before you buy the cover; double check with the dealers if you are not sure. The outer covering of hot tub covers may be made from various materials but the insulating foam is same in all kinds of spa covers. You must make sure that the outer material is able to resist mildew. Do remember all the tips we have shared with you and enjoy your soak in the tub.

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