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Hot Tub Covers for Indoor and Outdoor Spas

Hot tub covers are important accessories for your indoor or outdoor home spa. Standard or custom designed covers help keep the water hot, saving on operating costs, and they promote safety by keeping children and others out of the hot tub when you are not around.

Custom spa covers come in a range of prices, so you might be tempted to spend less money on a cover so that you can spend more money on the home spa itself. Most experts agree that when it comes to home spas and hot tubs, though, it is best to consider a well-made cover as an integral part of the spa rather than as an optional upgrade.

So how do you know if the cover you are considering for your custom spa is a good one? In general, most retailers sell hot tubs with a basic cover included in the package but it is seldom one of their high end designs. Ask about what other covers you could select to go with your spa and pay attention to the details of their construction.

Features to look for

  • Covers made from materials that do not get waterlogged
  • Tapered designs that shed rain and prevent snow build-up on top of the hot tub
  • High density foam spa covers with center braces for added strength
  • Warranties

The best spa covers are made with dense insulation and a strong framework. Look for a standard or custom-made cover that is designed specifically to fit your hot tub, and has durable, weatherproof vinyl on the outside. The vinyl is especially important for tubs that are installed in ground, outside and/or outdoor spas that are located in cold climates.

Regardless of climate or installation location, though, tub covers are critical safety devices that prevent tragic accidents. Many states require hot tubs to have a cover that locks or is otherwise secured to prevent children from removing it and getting into the spa unsupervised. Even if your state does not require one that locks, it is a good idea to get one anyway. The cost of a standard or even custom designed cover is minimal and is absolutely worth it to raise the level of safety for your home spa.


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